Western Digital BLACK SN7100 1TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
The PCIe 4.0 x4 interface delivers 7250 MB/s reads and 6900 MB/s writes, with TLC NAND and a DRAM-less design that boosts power efficiency by up to 100% over the previous generation. Its 600 TBW endurance and 5-year warranty support heavy gaming workloads, while the WD_BLACK Dashboard adds Game Mode for optimization. Best for gamers upgrading laptops or handhelds who need fast load times and efficient power use without paying for PCIe 5.0.
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Resumen
The 30-Second Version
The WD Black SN7100 is a DRAM-less Gen4 drive that still hits 7,250 MB/s reads and earns a 4.9-star average from owners. Speed is top-tier, endurance is strong, and value is excellent if you find it near the low end of the USD 185 to USD 356 range. Buy it for gaming, skip it for portable use.
Pros & Cons
Ventajas
- Blazing 7,250 MB/s sequential reads 100th
- Excellent real-world user satisfaction 95th
- Strong 600 TBW endurance for the price 92nd
- Runs cool and efficient without DRAM 83rd
Desventajas
- Random performance is just average
- WD Dashboard software feels clunky next to Samsung Magician
- No DRAM cache, which limits heavy workstation use
- Portable use is basically a non-starter
Opinión de los propietarios
The Word on the Street
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Basado en 6 opiniones de clientes con fecha, agrupadas por trimestre natural. El análisis por periodo está en inglés.
Las pruebas
Performance
Sequential reads hit 7,250 MB/s and writes land at 6,900 MB/s. That's fast enough to make game load screens feel like a blink. The DRAM-less design doesn't hurt here, thanks to Western Digital's newer TLC NAND and a smart controller. Random performance is more middle of the pack, so if you're hammering it with tons of tiny file operations all day, you'll notice it's not a 990 PRO. But for gaming and everyday use, this thing flies. Endurance is well above average at 600 TBW for the 1TB model, and the 2TB version doubles that to 1,200 TBW.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Drive
| Capacity | 1000 |
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 |
| Protocol | NVMe |
| PCIe Generation | 4 |
| External | No |
Performance
| Sequential Read (MB/s) | 7250 |
| Sequential Write (MB/s) | 6900 |
Hardware
| NAND | TLC |
| DRAM Cache | No |
Reliability
| Endurance (TBW) | 600 |
| Warranty (years) | 5 |
Features
| Heatsink | No |
| Hardware Encryption | No |
vs Competition
Against the Samsung 990 PRO, the SN7100 wins on value but loses on random performance and software polish. The Crucial T500 is a closer fight, with similar sequential speeds and better random numbers, but it usually costs more. The Kingston Fury Renegade and Team Group MP44 are both solid alternatives, but neither matches the SN7100's combination of speed and user satisfaction. The Lexar NM1090 PRO is a Gen5 drive, so it's faster on paper, but you'll pay a premium and need a Gen5 motherboard to see it. For most gamers on Gen4, the SN7100 is the sweet spot.
| Spec | Western Digital BLACK SN7100 | Samsung 9100 PRO | Kingston FURY Renegade G5 SFYR2S/4T0 | Micron T710 CT4000T710SSD5 | Crucial T500 | SanDisk WD_BLACK WDS800T2XHE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1TB | 4TB | 4TB | 4TB | 2TB | 8TB |
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 | PCIe 5.0 x4 | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 4.0 x4 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Seq Read | 7,250 MB/s | 14,800 MB/s | 14,800 MB/s | 14,500 MB/s | 7,400 MB/s | 7,200 MB/s |
| Nand Type | TLC | TLC | TLC | TLC | TLC | TLC |
| Dram Cache | false | true | true | false | true | true |
| Endurance | 600 TBW | 2400 TBW | 4000 TBW | 2400 TBW | 1200 TBW | 4800 TBW |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Producto | Speed | Random | Feature | Capacity | User Sentiment | Endurance | Valoración social | Affordability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Digital BLACK SN7100 | 91.8 | 61.7 | 53.8 | 55.3 | 94.6 | 83.1 | 99.6 | 45.8 |
| Samsung 9100 PRO Compare | 99.3 | 99.8 | 99.7 | 92.6 | 0 | 86.1 | 99.6 | 5.1 |
| Kingston FURY Renegade G5 SFYR2S/4T0 Compare | 99.5 | 99 | 91 | 92.6 | 0 | 93.6 | 87.2 | 6.3 |
| Micron T710 CT4000T710SSD5 Compare | 99.1 | 99.2 | 89.5 | 92.6 | 0 | 86.1 | 77.5 | 11.7 |
| Crucial T500 Compare | 94 | 96.9 | 99 | 78.5 | 78.8 | 83.1 | 95.4 | 19.7 |
| SanDisk WD_BLACK WDS800T2XHE Compare | 87.7 | 96.4 | 94 | 98.1 | 0 | 88.3 | 95.4 | 3.8 |
Precio
Value & Pricing
Pricing is all over the place right now. We're seeing USD 185 to USD 356 across three US listings, which is a wild spread for the same 1TB drive. At the low end, this is a steal. At the high end, you're paying Samsung 990 PRO money for a drive that doesn't quite match it in random performance. Shop around. If you can grab it near the USD 185 mark, it's one of the best value Gen4 drives on the market. If you're staring at USD 300+, wait for a sale or look elsewhere.
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Overview
The WD Black SN7100 is a Gen4 drive that skips the DRAM cache but still hits 7,250 MB/s reads. That's a big deal for a DRAM-less design, and it shows in the numbers. Our database puts its speed in the top tier, and real buyers seem to agree, with a 4.9-star average across 230 reviews.
It's aimed at gamers who want fast load times without paying flagship money. The 1TB model we're looking at lands at 600 TBW endurance, which is solid for the price. Just don't expect it to be a portable drive, that's where it falls flat.
Common Questions
Q: Does this drive come with software to monitor health and performance?
Yes, Western Digital includes the WD Black Dashboard for Windows. It tracks drive health, updates firmware, and has a Game Mode to prioritize gaming performance.
Q: What's the endurance rating on the 2TB model?
The 2TB SN7100 is rated for 1,200 TBW, double the 600 TBW on the 1TB version. That's plenty for years of heavy gaming and content creation.
Q: Is this drive good for a laptop?
It works in laptops and handhelds thanks to its power-efficient DRAM-less design. Just keep in mind it's not meant for portable external enclosures, that's its weakest area.
Who Should Skip This
Skip this if you need a drive for heavy workstation tasks like video editing or database work. The lack of DRAM and middling random performance will hold you back there. Also skip it if you want to throw it in an external enclosure for portable use, that's the one area where this drive really struggles. And if you're already on a Gen5 motherboard and want to max out speeds, look at a Gen5 drive instead.
Verdict
If you're building or upgrading a gaming PC and want fast load times without spending flagship money, this is your drive. It's fast, reliable, and real owners love it. The DRAM-less design is a non-issue for gaming, and the endurance rating means you won't wear it out anytime soon. Just make sure you're getting it at a good price, because the spread between vendors is ridiculous right now.
