Western Digital Black SN770 NVMe SSD
Best high-speed storage for gamers looking to reduce load times.
This drive is the ultimate shortcut for gamers tired of staring at loading screens. By leveraging PCIe Gen4 speeds, it transforms sluggish environments into fluid experiences, though you’ll need a modern motherboard to actually unlock its full potential.
$174.60
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Who it's for
- Gamers seeking faster load times and snappier system responsiveness
- Laptop users needing cool-running components to manage thermal limits
- Budget-conscious builders prioritizing high-speed storage without the premium price
Who should skip it
- Content creators performing heavy, sustained write tasks like 4K editing
- Power users writing massive amounts of data daily for work
- Enthusiasts demanding the absolute fastest transfer speeds available today
Performance breakdown
Sequential Read Speed
Blazing throughput ensures your game assets load in the blink of an eye.
Gaming Responsiveness
DirectStorage support eliminates bottlenecks for a fluid, stutter-free gaming experience.
Write Performance
Rapid write speeds make installing large game files feel nearly instantaneous.
Form Factor Versatility
Compact M.2 design fits seamlessly into both slim laptops and desktop builds.
Software Optimization
The WD_BLACK Dashboard provides intuitive tools for monitoring drive health easily.
Future-Proofing
PCIe Gen4 interface keeps your system ready for modern, demanding game titles.
Key Specs
Capacity
1TB
Interface
PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe
Form Factor
M.2 2280
Sequential Read Speed
Up to 5,150MB/s
Sequential Write Speed
4,900MB/s
Drive Type
SSD
Intended Use
Desktop, Laptop
Installation Type
Internal
Supports Microsoft DirectStorage technology
MTBF
0.0 hours
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