is the heatsink necessary for desktop gaming? null

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Jtauer75 · Accepted Answer

Id recommend using a heatsink. This drive hit 78c in my machine without a heatsink. Once I added one it rarely hits 60c.under load.

birquah · Answer

Not really, if you’re expecting a lot of high volume data transfer then I’d recommend one but for just general gaming the hottest it will get is during installs.

Angel · Answer

I would say yes if you’re gaming. Everything runs hot

Bloodfury · Answer

This model doesn't come with a heatsink. In general as the drive heats up read/write will be impacted. It's really your call

Western Digital Team · Answer

Hi Heatsink, Please be informed that the WD_BLACK SSD’s sleek and modern heatsink model goes well with desktop PC builds and is the perfect component to complement systems with RGB lighting and minimizes thermal throttling to push the boundaries of performance . Moreover, WD_BLACK SN850 with heatsink is intended for Desktop PCs. For the information of the drive refer the link- http://products.wdc.com/library/AAG/ENG/data-sheet-wd-black-sn850-nvme-ssd.pdf -Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for information.

Answered by Western Digital Team 3 years ago

“is the heatsink necessary for desktop gaming?”

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