WD - BLACK SN850 1TB Internal Gaming SSD PCIe Gen 4 x4 NVMe
- Key Specs
- Storage Capacity: 1000 gigabytes (Measured in megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), this is the amount available for storing files, music, movies, photos and more. The total includes the capacity of the hard disk drive and solid state drive if both are included on the computer.)
- Storage Drive Type: SSD (Traditional, mechanical hard disk drives are the most common type of storage because they're relatively inexpensive and offer huge capacities. However, they also generate both noise and heat. Solid state drives, also known as SSDs, are many times faster than hard disk drives and have no moving parts to wear out, but typically offer less capacity for the same price.)
- Maximum Read Speed: 7000 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can read information; for example, opening files.)
- Maximum Write Speed: 5300 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can write information; for example, saving files.)
- Interface(s): PCIe Gen 4 x4 (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- General
- Product Name: BLACK SN850 1TB Internal Gaming SSD PCIe Gen 4 x4 NVMe
- Brand: WD
- Model Number: WDBAUY0010BNC-WRSN
- Capacity
- Storage Capacity: 1000 gigabytes (Measured in megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), this is the amount available for storing files, music, movies, photos and more. The total includes the capacity of the hard disk drive and solid state drive if both are included on the computer.)
- Performance
- Storage Drive Type: SSD (Traditional, mechanical hard disk drives are the most common type of storage because they're relatively inexpensive and offer huge capacities. However, they also generate both noise and heat. Solid state drives, also known as SSDs, are many times faster than hard disk drives and have no moving parts to wear out, but typically offer less capacity for the same price.)
- Maximum Read Speed: 7000 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can read information; for example, opening files.)
- Maximum Write Speed: 5300 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can write information; for example, saving files.)
- Heatsink: false (Dissipates heat during intense operation for sustained peak performance.)
- Compatibility
- Internal Or External: Internal
- Product Compatibility: Desktop computers, Laptop computers, PlayStation 5
- Interface(s): PCIe Gen 4 x4 (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- Bare Drive: True (Drive is sold without any pre-installed software.)
- Minimum System Requirements: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows 7 operating systems
- Features
- Security Features: None
- Usage: Everyday computing, Gaming, Performance computing
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 0.09 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 0.87 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 0.26 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Included
- Included Software: WD_BLACK Dashboard
- Other
- UPC: 619659185718
The future of gaming has arrived with the WD_BLACK™ SN850 NVMe™ SSD. Long load times are obsolete with PCIe® Gen4 technology, reaching up to 7,000MB/s read speed and up to 5,300MB/s write speed. Spend more time playing and less time deleting, storing your latest and favorite games with 1TB capacity (not intended for NAS or server environments). This WD_Black internal SSD has a compact form factor and a PCIe Gen4 interface for compatibility with select PCs or laptops.
- PCIe Gen 4 x 4 interface: Prepare for the next evolution of speed with the WD_Black SN850 NVMe SSD, giving you supreme PCIe Gen4 technology so you don't lag out on the next generation of games.
- 1TB storage capacity: The WD_Black SN850 NVMe SSD gives you the space to store your favorite games so you still have room for the next big title.
- Your console just got bigger: Works with PlayStation 5 console; recommended heatsink sold separately. Installed in your M.2 slot, play and store PS4™ and PS5™ games directly from the WD_BLACK SN850 NVMe™ SSD and have the speed that you need to experience the next gen in its full glory.
- Reach irrational performance: The NVMe technology delivers up to 7,000MB/s read and up to 5,300MB/s write speeds to get you in quicker, with up to 1,000,000 IOPS for a smooth, responsive, and powerful gaming experience.
- Compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows 7 operating systems: For use with your existing computers.
- Made to game: Engineered and built with Western Digital 3D NAND, it gives you the reliability and endurance needed to sustain pro-level performance.
- Performance packed tight: Designed with a M.2 2280 slim, light, and compact form factor.
Whats Included
- WD_BLACK SN850 1TB Internal PCI Express 4.0 x4 Solid State Drive for Laptops & Desktops
- WD_BLACK Dashboard software
A: Sony has yet to release a list of compatible SSDs, but many are guessing this will be one. I would hold off for a curated list from PlayStation before I’d preorder or purchase one now.
Q: Does it come with a heatsink?
A: No
Q: is the heatsink necessary for desktop gaming?
A: 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.
Q: Does this model have Heatsink?
A: No, the heatsink version doesn't launch until Q1 2021
Q: The specs say this is only a Gen 3x4, but the title states that it is a Gen 4x4, which is it?
A: From the reviews on best buy the box image from customers shows its a gen 4, but you’re right best buy needs to correct their specs information for this product.
Q: Does this come with a heatsink?
A: No, it does not come with a heatsink. From the reviews I have seen a heatsink is recommended. This drive does get hot in use. If there is one on the motherboard use that slot or buy a heatsink. You can use it without one but may run into thermal throttling issues with large data transfers and a shortened lifespan.
A: I would pop the back off your laptop to verify before ordering but based on a quick google search looks like their should be an m.2 slot on that laptop. . https://h30434.www3.hp.com/t5/Notebook-Hardware-and-Upgrade-Questions/Adding-M-2-SSD-to-OMEN-15-AX250WM/td-p/6431403
Q: My read speed is 7000 and my write is only 4100. What can I do to improve this?
A: Your read speed is correct, your write could be related to programs running in the background or something like your OS being run from the drive you're testing (the SN 850) last but not least - if you're on a a PCI-Express 4.0 motherboard that isn't an x570 (like B550) it could be that you're losing some lanes to the combination of a graphics card in your PCI-Express 4.0 slot in addition to this card. For optimal performance a x570 motherboard where the drive is being run by the 4.0 lanes provided by the chipset versus the alternative M2 slot that is run by the CPU can give small gains!
