Sandisk Optimus 5100 500GB NVMe Gen4 SSD

The SanDisk Optimus 5100 500GB NVMe SSD is a PCIe Gen 4 x4 internal solid-state drive designed for creators, power users, and anyone looking to breathe new life into a laptop or desktop PC. Built on the compact M.2 2280 form factor, it slots easily into compatible motherboards and laptops without requiring any additional adapters in most cases. At the core of its performance are sequential read speeds of up to 6,600 MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 5,600 MB/s, enabled by a PCIe 4.0 x4, NVMe interface. For workloads that involve many small files — project assets, application data, system files — the drive delivers up to 660,000 random read IOPS and up to 1,100,000 random write IOPS, helping to keep applications responsive during multitasking sessions. The drive incorporates SanDisk nCache 4.0 technology, which assists with burst write performance and smooth handling of file copy operations. Storage media is based on SanDisk's 8th generation BiCS QLC 3D CBA NAND, a mature flash technology designed to balance high capacity and endurance within an affordable price bracket. Endurance is rated at 300 TBW (terabytes written), making the drive suitable for regular video editing, image processing, and general productivity workloads. SanDisk backs the drive with a 5-year limited warranty, providing long-term coverage for everyday use. The SanDisk Dashboard application (Windows only) lets users monitor drive health, check firmware versions, and review performance statistics at any time. Acronis True Image for SanDisk software is also available as a free download to assist with migrating data from an existing drive (a separate cable or enclosure may be required for the source drive). Verified Specifications: - Capacity: 500 GB - Interface: PCIe 4.0 x4, NVMe - Form Factor: M.2 2280 - Sequential Read: Up to 6,600 MB/s - Sequential Write: Up to 5,600 MB/s - Random Read: Up to 660,000 IOPS - Random Write: Up to 1,100,000 IOPS - Endurance (TBW): 300 TB - NAND Type: 8th Gen SanDisk BiCS QLC 3D CBA NAND - Operating Temperature: 0°C to 85°C - Non-Operating Temperature: -40°C to 85°C - Warranty: 5-year limited - Management Software: SanDisk Dashboard (Windows only)