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8TB* WD_BLACK™ SN8100 Gen 5 NVMe™ SSD WDS800T1X0M-00CMT0
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- EXPERIENCE PCIe Gen 5. Drastically enhance your gaming, content creation, and AI workloads with this PCIe Gen 5.0x4 NVMe M.2 SSD.
- BREAKNECK SPEEDS. Your drive reaches sequential read speeds up to an astonishing 14,900MB/s, sequential write speeds up to 14,000MB/s, and over 2,300,000 IOPS of random performance (2TB - 4TB models).
- AN INDUSTRY-LEADER IN POWER EFFICIENCY. Enjoy over 100% more power efficiency (1TB - 4TB models) than our PCIe Gen4 drive at an average power draw of 7.5W or under. Experience astonishing speeds without any added stress to your system.
- SPEED MEETS RELIABILITY. Reach heightened speed and reliability with up to 4,800 TBW (8TB model) endurance and our latest TLC 3D CBA NAND technology.
- ROOM FOR REVOLUTION. Hold your biggest projects and still have room for OS updates, models for AI-powered applications, and your game library thanks to immense capacities up to 8TB.
- SANDISK SOFTWARE. Help maximize your drive’s performance, monitor its health and keep it up to date with SANDISK Dashboard (Windows only). Plus, effortlessly migrate your data with Acronis True Image for SANDISK software.
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Learn more about the SanDisk WDS800T1X0M-00CMT0
| Best Seller Ranking | #61 in Internal SSDs |
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| Brand | Western Digital |
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| Model | WDS800T1X0M-00CMT0 |
| Device Type | Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) |
| Used For | Consumer |
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 |
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| Capacity | 8TB |
| Interface | PCI-Express 5.0 x4 |
| Protocol | NVMe |
| Cache | 8GB DRAM |
| Max Sequential Read | Up to 14900 MBps |
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| Max Sequential Write | Up to 13200 MBps |
| 4KB Random Read | Up to 2,200,000 IOPS |
| 4KB Random Write | Up to 2,400,000 IOPS |
| Terabytes Written (TBW) | 4800TB |
| MTTF | 1,750,000 Hours |
| HeatSink | without HeatSink |
| Features | Experience the breakneck speed of PCIe Gen 5 Drastically enhance your gaming and content creation experience with the speed of PCIe Gen 5.0x4 NVMe M.2 SSD technology - perfect for gaming, content creation, and loading models for AI-powered applications. Blistering speeds combined with immense capacities With the help of our nCache 4.0 feature, the WD_BLACK SN8100 SSD reaches sequential read speeds up to an astonishing 14,900MB/s, sequential write speeds up to 14,000MB/s, and over 2,300,000 IOPS of random performance (2TB - 4TB models), all while offering up to a massive 8TB of capacity. An industry-leader for PCIe Gen 5 power efficiency The WD_BLACK SN8100 SSD is over 100% more power efficient (1TB - 4TB models) than our PCIe Gen4 drive at an average operating power of 7.5W or under, which helps make your rig simpler while delivering astonishing performance without any added stress to your system. Speed meets reliability With up to 4,800 TBW (8TB model) endurance and our latest TLC 3D CBA NAND technology, you get heightened speeds and reliability. Meaning, you can handle even the most intense tasks, such as gaming, video editing, live streaming, and AI workloads. Room for revolution Hold your biggest projects and still have room for all your updates, training datasets and models for AI-powered applications, and your media and game libraries thanks to immense capacities up to 8TB. And with the latest security features like TCG Opal, you can help protect and encrypt your sensitive data. You can do more with SANDISK software The downloadable SANDISK Dashboard (Windows only) monitors your drive’s health, helps keep your drive up to date, and can automatically turn on Game Mode for peak performance when it detects you’re booting up a game. Effortlessly migrate your data from your previous drive to the SN8100 with Acronis True Image for SANDISK software |
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| Power Consumption (Idle) | Sleep (PS4): 5 mW |
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| Power Consumption (Active) | 7.1W Read / 7.3W Write |
| Operating Temperature | 32°F to 185°F (0°C to 85°C) |
| Storage Temperature | -40°F to 185°F (-40°C to 85°C) |
| Max Shock Resistance | 1,500G @0.5 ms half sine |
| Max Vibration Resistance | Operating Vibration: 5 gRMS, 10-2000 Hz, 3 axes Non-operating Vibration: 4.9 gRMS, 7-800 Hz, 3 axes |
| Height | 3.88mm |
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| Width | 80mm |
| Depth | 22mm |
| Weight | 8.8g |
| First Listed on Newegg | December 15, 2025 |
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The WD_BLACK SN8100 is an 8TB PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280 SSD for gamers and creators who need high-speed storage and room for large game libraries, media projects, or AI models; it is designed for systems with a compatible M.2 PCIe 5.0 slot.
Recommended For
- PC creators working with large video projects or other media assets who want fast storage for loading, copying, and editing files—and have a PCIe 5.0-capable system with suitable M.2 cooling.
- PC gamers building a large installed library who want up to 8TB in one internal drive and are upgrading a system that can use PCIe 5.0 bandwidth.
- Local AI users who need substantial internal space for model files and datasets, and want fast storage for loading those files; the SSD supports storage and loading, not the compute work of training models.
- Enthusiasts who regularly move very large files between fast drives and can use the SN8100's high sequential transfer performance in a PCIe 5.0 desktop.
Real-World Use Scenarios
- A PC gamer keeps a large game library on one drive and launches games from it. The 8TB capacity leaves room for many installs; review tests found fast game loading, though differences versus other fast SSDs may be modest in everyday play.
- A video editor works with large, high-resolution footage and project files. The SN8100 is positioned for professional content creation, and its fast storage can help with large transfers when the other drive and system are also fast; review results show that real-world copy performance varies by task.
- A user stores AI models locally and wants to load them from an internal drive rather than repeatedly fetching them elsewhere. The 8TB capacity can accommodate model files and related datasets, while testing has measured model-load performance; the SSD does not replace the compute hardware needed to run or train models.
- A workstation user runs Windows and storage-heavy applications from the drive. Review testing found strong results in a full-system-drive workload, so it suits a high-end desktop where fast storage is useful; routine tasks may feel similar to those on an already-fast SSD.
- A creator or enthusiast regularly copies very large files between fast drives. The SN8100 can shorten some transfer-heavy workflows, but results depend on the source drive, connection, file mix, and sustained-write behavior; it is not a guaranteed speed-up for every copy.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
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| Best For | Consumer desktop or laptop use for gaming, content creation, multimedia, and AI model workloads |
| Capacity | 8TB of solid-state storage for games, media, and project files |
| Interface And Form Factor | PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe interface in an M.2 2280 form factor; no heatsink included |
| Read And Write Performance | Sequential speeds up to 14,900 MB/s read and 13,200 MB/s write, with up to 2,200,000 4KB random-read IOPS and 2,400,000 4KB random-write IOPS |
| Cache And NAND | 8GB DRAM cache with nCache 4.0 and TLC 3D CBA NAND |
| Endurance And Reliability | Rated for up to 4,800 TBW and a 1,750,000-hour MTTF |
| Power Consumption | Active power: 7.1W read and 7.3W write; sleep power: 5mW |
| Compatibility And Drive Management | Compatible with desktop and laptop PCs; Windows and Linux are listed as system platforms. SANDISK Dashboard for Windows monitors drive health and updates, and Acronis True Image for SANDISK supports data migration |
| Security | TCG Opal support for data protection and encryption |
| Operating Conditions And Durability | Operating temperature: 0°C to 85°C; storage temperature: -40°C to 85°C. Shock resistance: 1,500G at 0.5 ms; operating vibration: 5 gRMS, 10–2,000 Hz, 3 axes; non-operating vibration: 4.9 gRMS, 7–800 Hz, 3 axes |
| Physical Specifications | 22 × 80 × 3.88 mm; 8.8 g |
| Model Identifiers | Western Digital WD_BLACK SN8100, model WDS800T1X0M-00CMT0 |
Reference Q&A
Q: WD_BLACK SN8100 8TB or Samsung 9100 PRO 8TB—which should I choose?
A: Both are PCIe 5.0 M.2 2280 SSDs with 8TB capacity and similar advertised sequential speeds. The SN8100 is rated up to 14,900MB/s read and 13,200MB/s write; the 9100 PRO is rated up to 14,800MB/s read and 13,400MB/s write. Choose the SN8100 if its slightly higher rated read speed or WD software and support fit your needs; choose the 9100 PRO if its slightly higher rated write speed or Samsung’s available heatsink model matters more. Independent testing shows results can vary by workload, so these small spec differences do not establish a universal performance winner.
Q: Is the WD_BLACK SN8100 worth choosing over the SN850X for gaming?
A: Choose the SN8100 if you need PCIe 5.0 throughput for large file transfers or demanding creation workloads and your system supports Gen 5. The SN850X is a PCIe 4.0 option rated up to 7,300MB/s read and 6,600MB/s write, while the SN8100 8TB is rated up to 14,900MB/s read and 13,200MB/s write. For a gaming-focused upgrade, the SN850X may be sufficient: higher peak SSD speeds do not guarantee proportionally shorter game load times. The SN8100 is also sold without a heatsink in this listing, so check your motherboard’s cooling solution.
Q: Should I get the SN8100 8TB or a smaller SN8100?
A: Choose the 8TB model when consolidating a large game library, media collection, or project files onto one drive is the priority. It is rated for up to 14,900MB/s sequential reads and 13,200MB/s writes, while the 2TB and 4TB models are rated for up to 14,900MB/s reads and 14,000MB/s writes. Choose a smaller model if you need less capacity and prefer its higher advertised maximum sequential write speed; the 8TB model’s advantage is capacity, not the highest write-speed rating in the range.
Q: Do I need a PCIe 5.0 motherboard to use the WD_BLACK SN8100?
A: No. The SN8100 is a PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe M.2 drive, and it can operate in a compatible backward-compatible M.2 slot, but the connection may limit its maximum transfer speeds. Choose it when you want the option of Gen 5 performance and your system supports it; if your system is Gen 4 only and your main use is gaming or everyday computing, a Gen 4 SSD such as the SN850X may meet your needs. Confirm motherboard slot compatibility and cooling before installation.
Q: Will this SSD fit and work in my computer?
A: It is an M.2 2280 NVMe drive with a PCIe 5.0 x4 interface. Your computer needs an available M.2 2280 NVMe slot; check its specifications for supported drive types, capacity, and physical clearance before buying. A compatible system may not support the drive’s full Gen 5 speed.
Q: Does this SSD need a heatsink?
A: This model does not include a heatsink. Before installing it, check whether your motherboard or device provides an M.2 heatsink or other cooling solution, and confirm that any added heatsink fits the available space. This is especially important in compact systems where clearance is limited.
Q: Is this SSD a good choice for gaming?
A: It can suit a gaming PC with a compatible M.2 slot, particularly if you want up to 8TB for a large game library. Its listed sequential read speed is up to 14,900 MB/s, but actual performance depends on system support and workload; the drive’s maximum speed does not guarantee proportionally faster game loading.
Q: Is it suitable for large content-creation or AI workloads?
A: It may suit users who need substantial fast storage for projects, datasets, or local AI models: the drive offers 8TB capacity and a rated endurance of 4,800 TBW. Confirm that your system supports the drive and has adequate cooling; the listed speeds and endurance are specifications, not a guarantee of performance for every workload.
Q: Is the SN8100 worth it mainly for gaming, or is a Gen 4 SSD enough?
A: For gaming and everyday use alone, Reddit commenters often consider a Gen 4 SSD sufficient; the SN8100’s Gen 5 bandwidth is more relevant when regularly moving very large files or handling demanding work. Its 8TB capacity may also matter if storage space is a priority.
Q: Do I need a heatsink for the 8TB SN8100?
A: This 8TB version is listed without a heatsink. Reddit users have asked about SN8100 temperatures and cooling, and a review includes a thermal test. Check whether your motherboard provides an M.2 heatsink and whether its cooling suits your case and workload; the supplied information does not establish one cooling setup as necessary for every system.
Q: Would the SN8100 be a noticeable upgrade from a Gen 4 SSD?
A: It may be useful if your work involves frequent large transfers or other storage-heavy tasks, but Reddit discussions suggest everyday responsiveness and gaming may not improve noticeably for many users. For full Gen 5 performance, confirm that your system has a compatible PCIe 5.0 x4 M.2 slot.
Q: Who is the 8TB SN8100 best suited for?
A: It is a better fit for users who need both high capacity and fast storage for large projects, frequent file transfers, or a sizable game and media library. The 8TB model is rated for up to 4,800 TBW. For routine gaming or general use without a need for 8TB, Reddit discussions raise the trade-off of paying for speed and capacity that may go unused.