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SanDisk Optimus GX PRO 850X

81.7 Laptops Score
1TBPCIe 4.0 x4M.2 22807,300 MB/s
Why we recommend this

The PCIe 4.0 x4 interface delivers 7300 MB/s reads and 6600 MB/s writes, with 1200K random IOPS and nCache 4.0 for smooth gaming and multitasking. The 1TB model offers 4800 TBW endurance, TCG Opal v2.01 encryption, and a 5-year warranty, backed by a 5/5 customer rating. Best for gamers and video editors who need fast load times and high endurance in a compact M.2 2280 drive.

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Why we recommend this ▼

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