SanDisk has announced the launch of its latest high-performance gaming SSD, the WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD with PCIe Gen 5.0 technology. The internal SSD delivers speeds of up to 14,900 MB/s and offers capacities of up to 8TB. It is designed for gaming, content creation, and AI workloads.
According to the company, the WD_BLACK SN8100 is built for PC gamers and professionals who demand speed, reliability, and power efficiency. SanDisk reported that the SSD is over 100% more power efficient than its PCIe Gen 4.0 drives, helping users maintain high performance with lower energy use.
Eric Spanneut, Vice President of Devices at SanDisk, stated that high-performance users now have a PCIe Gen 5.0 solution that balances speed and power, allowing them to build top-tier gaming rigs and workstations.
AMD’s Senior VP and CTO for Compute and Graphics, Joe Macri, said PCIe Gen 5.0 brings a significant performance leap. He noted that the WD_BLACK SN8100 SSD improves both speed and efficiency for gaming and professional systems.
Intel also commented on the launch. Todd Lewellen, Vice President of Client Ecosystem Group, said the combination of Intel Core Ultra processors and the SN8100 SSD will drive innovation in PC performance, supporting faster gameplay and content creation.
The SSD features Sandisk BiCS8 TLC 3D CBA NAND technology and a low-power profile. It also offers improved thermal performance, simplifying system design without costly cooling systems.
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The company also introduced a heatsink version of the SSD. It features a passive cooling design made with anodized aluminum and includes customizable RGB lighting, with no need for extra power or fans.
SanDisk confirmed that the WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD with Heatsink will be available in 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB capacities starting this fall. The 8TB model and its heatsink variant are expected to launch in the Middle East this summer.
This release marks SanDisk’s entry into PCIe Gen 5.0 SSDs for gaming and professional use, setting a new performance standard in the internal SSD market.
