Western Digital Black SN8100 4TB NVMe M2 2280 SSD WDS400T1X0M

Introducing the Western Digital Black SN8100 4TB NVMe M.2 2280 SSD (WDS400T1X0M-00CMT0) — a next-generation storage powerhouse engineered to elevate gaming rigs, creator workstations, and AI-accelerated systems. Built by Western Digital and PC Builder rated for system-ready performance, the SN8100 harnesses PCIe® Gen 5 x4 bandwidth and advanced NAND technology to deliver blistering throughput, massive capacity, and sustained responsiveness in a compact M.2 2280 package. Whether you’re loading massive game worlds, editing multi-stream 8K footage, or training and inferencing AI models, this SSD is designed to keep your workflow moving at the speed of thought.

Benefits

• Unrivaled performance: Lightning-fast transfer rates drastically reduce load times, shorten export and render windows, and enable near-instant access to large data sets and game assets.
• Massive local storage: 4TB capacity provides room for large project libraries, extensive game collections, VM images, and datasets without reliance on slower external drives.
• Optimized thermals for sustained workloads: Integrated WD_BLACK design with an advanced heatsink keeps temperatures in check so peak performance lasts through prolonged gaming sessions and heavy content-creation tasks.
• Power-efficient Gen5 architecture: Industry-leading PCIe Gen5 power efficiency paired with TLC 3D CBA NAND helps balance speed with thermal and energy considerations, ideal for desktop builds and high-performance workstations.
• System-builder friendly: M.2 2280 form factor and PC Builder rated compatibility make this a straightforward, high-impact upgrade for new builds and performance refreshes.

Key features

• PCIe Gen 5 x4 Performance

Unlock the potential of next-gen bandwidth with PCIe® 5.0 x4 interface delivering maximum read speeds up to 14,900 MB/s and maximum write speeds up to 14,000 MB/s. The SN8100 annihilates bottlenecks, making it perfect for workloads that demand extreme sequential throughput and low-latency access.

• 4TB M.2 2280 Capacity

Store massive libraries and working datasets on a single M.2 2280 module. The 4TB capacity offers generous headroom for gamers, professional editors, and data scientists who need local, ultra-fast storage for large assets and project files.

• Advanced TLC 3D CBA NAND and High-Performance Controller

Built with Western Digital’s advanced NAND and a high-performance NVMe controller, the SN8100 delivers consistent, high-bandwidth performance across demanding read/write workloads. This combination helps maintain sustained speeds for long transfers and intensive multitasking.

• Integrated WD_BLACK Heatsink and Thermal Design

The SN8100 features an integrated, purpose-built heatsink and a WD_BLACK thermal aesthetic to manage heat and maintain performance under prolonged load. Reduced thermal throttling means smoother frame rates, faster renders, and reliable throughput during extended sessions.

• Designed for Gamers, Creators, and AI Workloads

Engineered with responsive gaming and professional content creation in mind, the SN8100 is equally capable in AI and data-heavy environments. From near-instant level streaming and texture loading to high-speed scratch storage for video timelines and AI training datasets, this SSD scales to suit advanced, latency-sensitive workflows.

Summary

The Western Digital Black SN8100 4TB NVMe M.2 2280 SSD (WDS400T1X0M-00CMT0) is a purpose-built, high-capacity solution for anyone pushing the limits of modern computing. Combining PCIe Gen5 x4 bandwidth, extraordinary peak read/write speeds, advanced TLC 3D NAND, and a thermal-conscious WD_BLACK design, it delivers the speed, space, and stability demanded by today’s gamers, creators, and professionals. Add the SN8100 to your system to dramatically accelerate load times, streamline creative pipelines, and unlock the full potential of next-generation performance.