Western Digital Black SN850X 1TB M.2 NVMe Gen4 Internal SSD with Heatsink

The Western Digital Black SN850X 1TB NVMe SSD with Heatsink is a high-performance internal solid-state drive designed for gaming PCs and demanding workloads. It connects via the M.2 2280 form factor and operates over a PCIe Gen 4 interface, delivering sequential read speeds of up to 7,300 MB/s as stated by Western Digital for this SKU (WDS100T2XHE-00BCA0). This places it at the upper end of what the PCIe Gen 4 interface can sustain, making it a compelling choice for enthusiasts who want storage performance that keeps pace with a modern gaming build. The included heatsink is an important differentiator for this variant. By actively managing thermal output during sustained read and write operations, the heatsink helps the drive maintain peak throughput through extended gaming sessions rather than throttling under heat. This is particularly relevant in compact ATX and ITX cases where airflow over the M.2 slot may be restricted. The SN850X line targets gamers who experience long load times, texture pop-in, or asset streaming delays — issues that fast NVMe storage directly addresses. Whether loading large open-world titles, streaming high-resolution assets, or reducing initial boot times, the drive's low-latency architecture is built for responsiveness. Capacity-wise, the 1TB model accommodates multiple modern titles. Western Digital notes that today's games can occupy 200 GB or more, making 1TB a practical baseline for active gaming libraries. For users who need more headroom, the SN850X line extends to larger capacities. Verifiable Specifications: • SKU: WDS100T2XHE-00BCA0 • Capacity: 1TB • Interface: PCIe Gen 4 x4, NVMe • Form Factor: M.2 2280 • Sequential Read: up to 7,300 MB/s (per source listing) • Heatsink: Included • Brand: Western Digital • Listed Price: ₹23,999 (INR) as of listing date • Availability: In stock per source Note: Write speed figures and endurance ratings (TBW) are not present in the provided source data and have not been stated here to avoid unverified claims. Buyers should confirm current pricing and stock status at checkout