The storage device is a cutting-edge internal SSD delivering speeds up to 14,900 MB/s and capacities up to 8TB, for high-performance gaming, content creation and artificial intelligence (AI) workloads.

With the evolution of gaming graphics, high-quality 4K and 8K content and AI applications, today’s gamers and professionals need solutions to help maximize the performance of their PCs.

The Sandisk WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe PCIe Gen 5.0 SSD is built for hardcore PC gamers looking to add the most advanced combination of speed and reliability to their rig for peak performance and for professionals needing a top-of-the-line PC storage solution for intensive workflows and AI applications.

In addition to blistering speeds, the new PCIe Gen 5.0 SSD is also 100% more power efficient than Sandisk’s high-performance PCIe® Gen 4.0 SSD.

“Whether it’s for high-level gaming, professional content creation or AI applications, high-performance users now have a PCIe Gen 5.0 storage solution that matches speed with power efficiency to help them build the ultimate gaming rig or best-in-class workstation, enabling them to play and create with next-level performance and reliability,” said Eric Spanneut, vice president of devices for Sandisk.

“The WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD with PCIe Gen 5.0 delivers peak storage performance for the most discerning users.”

“PCIe Gen 5.0 is the next evolution of the PCIe interface offering up to 2x performance capability over today’s PCIe 4.0,” said Joe Macri, Senior Vice President and CTO for Compute and Graphics at AMD.

“The WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD with PCIe Gen 5.0 revolutionizes storage performance and power efficiency bringing the next level of flash storage to PCs for Gamers, Content Creators, or Professionals seeking only the highest storage performance possible.”

“Technologies like the Intel Core Ultra processors combined with WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe PCIe Gen 5.0 SSDs will fuel the innovation of PCs and workstations, vastly speeding up play, productions or projects for gamers, creators and professionals,” said Todd Lewellen, Vice President of Client Ecosystem Group at Intel. “With its great performance and power efficiency, the WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe PCIe Gen 5.0 SSD is a great option for those looking to build their best gaming and high-performance PCs.”

As an industry-leader for PCIe Gen 5.0 power efficiency3, the WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD features advanced Sandisk BiCS8 TLC 3D CBA NAND technology powering performance and reliability, with a low-power profile and optimized thermal performance to help simplify system design without adding expensive cooling. Key features include:

Delivers an enhanced gaming and workflow experience with the speed of PCIe Gen 5.0×4 NVMe M.2 SSD technology.

Blistering sequential speeds of up to 14,900MB/s1 read, 14,000MB/s1 write and over 2,300,000 IOPS1 of random performance (2TB – 4TB2 models) – a 2x performance improvement in read speeds over Sandisk’s PCIe Gen 4.03.

Over 100% more power efficient than Sandisk’s PCIe Gen 4.03, plus energy optimization with an average operating power of 7W1 or under helps keep drives running at optimal performance.

Up to 2,400TBW endurance (4TB2) means machines can handle the most intense tasks, such as gaming, video editing and AI workloads.

Capacity to hold the biggest new games and projects, while still having room for models for AI-powered applications, large datasets and growing game libraries.

In addition to the WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe with PCIe Gen 5.0 SSD, Sandisk is offering an optional WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe with PCIe Gen 5.0 SSD with Heatsink.

The heatsink version features a new integrated, low-profile passive cooling design engineered with anodized aluminum with no extra power or noisy fans required.

Plus, it comes with a customizable RGB LED for those who want to match their lighting style and build needs.

The WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD is available for purchase at Sandisk.com, select retailers and e-tailers worldwide in 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB2 capacities.

The WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe with Heatsink will also be available this fall in 1TB, 2TB  and 4TB2 capacities.

An 8TB2 WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD and WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD with Heatsink are expected to be available later this year.

In today’s digital world, data is all around us, even more reason why storage solutions make a great gift.

Be it for the gamers, photographers and adventurers, there is a Western Digital gift waiting for them all.

1. For the handheld gamer:

The Nintendo-licensed 1TB SanDisk microSD card for Nintendo Switch systems is the perfect gift for the handheld gamer in your life.

As the handheld gaming market continues to explode and more AAA titles are released, help your loved one get the most out of their on-the-go gaming and save them the stress of running out of storage with this high performance and high-capacity microSD card.

2. For the PlayStation players:

Just in time for the new PS5 Slim, give the gift of storage with the WD_BLACK SN850P NVMe SSD for PS5 Consoles–a device officially tested and certified for the PS5 console.

3. For the Xbox fanatic:

Does your Xbox Series X|S need a big capacity boost? Look no further than the WD_BLACK C50 Expansion Card for Xbox. During the holiday season, when purchasing a WD_BLACK C50, gift-givers will also be gifting a complimentary token for the Forza Motorsport Race Day Car Pack add-on (value xx), which features eight new-to-Forza cars built exclusively for the racetrack. 

4. For the family photographer:

The SanDisk PRO-CINEMA CFexpress Type B card is perfect for the creative looking to take their content quality to new heights; this powerful card provides the professional performance needed to deliver the highest quality cinematic footage.

5. For the adventurer:

This holiday season, gift the adventurer in the family the Western Digital SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD v2. A powerful and portable storage companion, this SSD is the perfect solution for on-the-go storage, thanks to its tough exterior and high-capacity storage.

The best part? It comes in attractive new colors too!

6. For the creative:

Creatives in the family will love adding the WD Blue SN580 to their computers.

This Western Digital NVMe SSD is designed with content creators and professionals in mind, allowing for faster creative workflows, application responsiveness complete with low power consumption.

7. For the one always running out of storage:

Know someone who is constantly running out of space on their Type-C device? The SanDisk Ultra Dual Drive Go USB Type-C is the perfect solution for this scenario, thanks to its 2-in-1 capabilities that allow for seamless transfer of files between USB Type-C smartphone, tablets and Macs and USB Type-A computers.

The best part? It’s small and compact, meaning you can take it anywhere, even by simply hanging it on your key ring.