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WD Black SN850X 2000GB

Specifications

Core

Capacity 2000 GB

Form Factor M.2 2280

Interface PCIe 4.0 x4

Performance

Seq Read 7300 MB/s

Seq Write 6600 MB/s

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SSD Description

Quick Overview

  • What it is: WD's high-end Black series NVMe SSD with PCIe 4.0 speeds
  • Best for: Gaming rigs, content creation, large game libraries (2TB capacity supports extensive storage needs)
  • Key strengths: 7300MB/s read and 6600MB/s write for fast loads; 1200TBW endurance; 5-year warranty
  • Limitations: Requires PCIe 4.0 slot for max performance; optional heatsink needed for sustained heavy use

In Context

  • vs previous generation: Up to 10x faster than SATA SSDs in sequential speeds, ideal for upgrading from older NVMe Gen3
  • vs same-tier competitors: Matches or exceeds Samsung 990 Pro in random IOPS (1.2M read/1.1M write), with better endurance at 1200TBW
  • Speed tier context: Top PCIe 4.0 performer, approaching Gen5 limits but compatible with Gen3 slots at reduced speeds
  • Endurance info: High 1200TBW rating suits heavy workloads like video editing over 5 years

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