ADATA XPG SX8100 256GB M.2 NVME Gen3 Solid State Drive ( SSD )

The ADATA XPG SX8100 256GB M.2 NVMe SSD is a compact, high-performance storage solution built for DIY builders, overclockers, and graphics professionals who need reliable speed in a slim M.2 2280 form factor. Leveraging a PCIe Gen3x4 interface and the NVMe 1.3 protocol, the SX8100 delivers sequential read speeds up to 3,500 MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 1,200 MB/s under ATTO benchmark conditions, making it a notable upgrade over traditional SATA drives. Real-world AS SSD sequential read and write speeds reach up to 2,800 MB/s and 1,000 MB/s respectively, while 4K random read and write IOPS hit 160K and 140K — performance figures that translate to snappier boot times, faster application launches, and reduced load times in storage-intensive workloads. The drive uses 3D NAND flash technology, which stacks memory cells vertically to improve capacity density and endurance compared to planar NAND. An SLC caching layer and a DRAM cache buffer work together to sustain high burst write performance during heavy sequential transfers. LDPC (Low-Density Parity-Check) error-correcting code technology actively monitors and corrects data errors, enhancing long-term data integrity. For users with security requirements, the SX8100 supports AES 256-bit hardware encryption. With a total bytes written (TBW) rating of 160TB and a mean time between failures (MTBF) of 2,000,000 hours, the drive is designed with longevity in mind and is backed by a 5-year warranty. At just 8 grams and measuring 80 × 22 × 3.5 mm, it fits unobtrusively into any M.2 2280 slot found in modern motherboards, gaming laptops, and mini-ITX builds alike. Verified Specifications: - Model / MPN: XPG SX8100 / ASX8100NP-256GT-C - Capacity: 256GB - Interface: PCIe Gen3x4 - Protocol: NVMe 1.3 - Form Factor: M.2 2280 - NAND Type: 3D NAND - ATTO Sequential Read: 3,500 MB/s - ATTO Sequential Write: 1,200 MB/s - AS SSD Sequential Read: 2,800 MB/s - AS SSD Sequential Write: 1,000 MB/s - 4K Random Read IOPS: 160K - 4K Random Write IOPS: 140K - TBW: 160TB - MTBF: 2,000,000 hours - Power (Active / Slumber): 0.33W / 0.14W (typical) - Operating Temperature: 0°C – 70°C - Storage Temperature: -40°C – 85°C - Shock Resistance: 1500G / 0.5ms - Dimensions (L × W × T): 80 × 22 × 3.5mm - Weight: 8g / 0.28oz - Warranty: 5 Years - Certifications: RoHS, CE, FCC, BSMI, RCM, KC, Morocco