Sandisk Optimus GX PRO 850X 2TB M2 2280 SSD SDSP81200TAN
The Sandisk Optimus GX PRO 850X 2TB M2 2280 SSD SDSP81200TAN brings flagship NVMe performance and creator-grade endurance to your next build. Designed for gamers, content creators, and power users, this M.2 2280 PCIe® 4.0 x4 drive delivers astonishing responsiveness for demanding workloads—fast game load times, snappy application launches, and fluid multi-track editing—while the integrated SANDISK Optimus heatsink helps maintain sustained peak performance during extended sessions. Built on trusted SANDISK BiCS TLC 3D NAND and tuned with SANDISK nCache™ 4.0, the Optimus GX PRO 850X elevates both everyday productivity and high-intensity creative tasks.
Benefits
- Dramatically reduced load and transfer times: PCIe 4.0 bandwidth and optimized firmware let you load levels, assets, and large projects in a fraction of the time compared to older drives.
- Consistent, sustained performance under load: The integrated Optimus heatsink and thermal design minimize thermal throttling so heavy workloads—long renders, big file transfers, multiplayer marathons—stay smooth.
- Space for everything that matters: With a roomy 2TB capacity in the compact M.2 2280 form factor, you can store large game libraries, video projects, and high-resolution assets without compromise.
- Future-ready compatibility and workflow acceleration: Support for Microsoft® DirectStorage and high I/O throughput helps modern games and creative applications stream data faster and more efficiently.
- Data protection and peace of mind for creators: Drive-level security with TCG Opal v2.01 data-at-rest encryption helps safeguard your projects and sensitive files.
- Blazing PCIe 4.0 Performance
- High-quality NAND and Smart Caching
- Integrated SANDISK Optimus Heatsink
- Security and Modern API Support
- Compact, Versatile Form Factor
Key features
Experience sequential read/write performance tuned for power users—up to 7,300/6,600 MB/s on qualifying models—delivering instant responsiveness for large file reads and writes, realtime playback, and fast level loads.
Built with SANDISK BiCS TLC 3D NAND and featuring SANDISK nCache™ 4.0, the drive optimizes burst performance and sustained throughput so multitasking, scrubbing timelines, and transferring heavy files feel consistently fast.
A purpose-built heatsink maintains thermal stability and reduces throttling during intense workloads. The striking heatsink also complements high-end builds while keeping performance predictable during extended gaming or editing sessions.
Protect your data with TCG Opal v2.01 data-at-rest encryption and take advantage of Microsoft® DirectStorage compatibility to reduce CPU overhead and accelerate texture streaming in supported titles and engines.
The M.2 2280 design and PC Builder Rated compatibility make installation simple for gaming PCs, creator rigs, and compatible laptops and consoles (PS5® and PS5® Pro compatible). The 2TB capacity is ideal for extensive game and project libraries, with larger capacities available across the product family for heavier workloads.
Summary
The Sandisk Optimus GX PRO 850X 2TB M2 2280 SSD SDSP81200TAN is a performance-first NVMe solution engineered for those who demand speed, capacity, and reliable thermals in one sleek package. Whether you’re assembling a high-refresh gaming rig, building a creator workstation for video editing, or upgrading a compact M.2-compatible laptop, this SSD offers the bandwidth, caching technology, and thermal management to keep your system responsive under pressure. With broad compatibility, robust encryption, and Sandisk engineering behind it, the Optimus GX PRO 850X positions your system for faster workflows and smoother gameplay—ready for the next generation of games and creative challenges.
| Manufacturer | Sandisk |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Part | SDSP81200TAN-000E0 |
| UPC | 619659231965 |
| SSD Capacity | 2TB |
| SSD Form Factor | M.2 2280 |
| SSD Seq Speeds | MAX read 7,300MB/s, MAX write 6,600MB/s |
| SSD Interface | PCI-E 4.0 x4 |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited 5 Years |