Western Digital
WD_BLACK SN850X 2TB NVMe M.2 SSD
4.5
Top-tier gaming SSD with predictive loading technology.
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Out of StockSpecifications
| TBW | 1,200 TBW |
| Warranty | 5 years |
Pros
- 7,300/6,600 MB/s read/write
- Game Mode 2.0 predictive loading
- Excellent thermal management
- Great value vs Samsung 990 PRO
Cons
- Slightly slower than 990 PRO in benchmarks
- Dashboard software is Windows-only
- No heatsink on base model
Buying Advice
The best alternative to Samsung 990 PRO, often cheaper with near-identical real-world performance. Great for gaming PCs and PS5.
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