WD_BLACK SN7100 NVMe SSD 1TB — M.2 2280, PCIe Gen4 x4 Interface, Sequential Read up to 7,300 MB/s, Sequential Write up to 6,600 MB/s, High Endurance, Advanced NAND Flash, Optimized for Gaming and Content Creation

General Information

The WD_BLACK SN7100 1TB NVMe SSD is a high-performance, compact SSD designed for gaming, content creation, and portable computing. It features PCIe Gen4 x4 interface, ultra-fast sequential speeds, and advanced power efficiency, making it ideal for laptops, handheld gaming devices, and compact desktops.

With 7,250 MB/s read / 6,900 MB/s write, 1.4M random write IOPS, and 35% faster performance than the previous generation, this drive delivers blistering speed and smooth gameplay with minimal thermal throttling.

Performance & Speed

• Interface: PCIe Gen4 x4 – up to 7,250 MB/s read and 6,900 MB/s write
• Sequential Read Speed: Up to 7,250 MB/s
• Sequential Write Speed: Up to 6,900 MB/s
• Random Read IOPS: Up to 1,000,000
• Random Write IOPS: Up to 1,400,000
• Power Efficiency:
  • Up to 100% more efficient at max speeds vs. previous gen
  • Optimized for battery life in laptops and handhelds
• NAND Type: Advanced 3D NAND flash with multi-level cell (MLC) architecture for high endurance

Endurance & Reliability

• TBW (Terabytes Written): 1,200 TBW – extremely high endurance for heavy workloads
• MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): 1.5 million hours – exceptional reliability
• Operating Temperature Range: 0°C to 85°C – suitable for high-load environments
• Power Loss Protection: Yes – safeguards data during unexpected shutdowns

Physical & Design Specs

• Dimensions: 80.15 x 22.15 x 2.38 mm (M.2 2280)

• Weight: ~8.5 g

• Thermal Management:

  • Built-in thermal pad for efficient heat dissipation
  • Ideal for tight spaces like laptops and handhelds

• Compatibility:

  • Supports Intel LGA1851, AMD AM5/AM4, and modern motherboards with PCIe Gen4 x4 M.2 slot

Software & Features

• WD_BLACK Dashboard Software:
  • Monitors drive health, temperature, wear level, and performance
  • Provides real-time alerts and firmware updates
  • Includes Game Mode Optimization (Windows only) for reduced latency
• Optimized for Gaming & Content Creation:
  • Fast load times for AAA games, large datasets, and video editing
  • Reduces stutter and lag in intense workloads