SanDisk WD_BLACK SN8100 4TB PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
Samsung T9 Portable SSD 2TB USB 3.2 Gen 2
What Buyers Say
SanDisk WD_BLACK SN8100 4TB PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
The WD Black SN8100 is overwhelmingly praised for its blazing Gen5 speeds, with users reporting double the performance of previous Gen4 drives and boot times of just a few seconds. Reviewers highlight excellent heat management, easy installation, and reliability, though many note the high price as a significant drawback. Overall, it's seen as a top-tier upgrade for those with compatible hardware and budget.
Pros
- Blazing Gen5 speeds
- Excellent heat management
- Easy installation
- Reliable performance
- Great for gaming
Cons
- High price
- Requires Gen5 motherboard
- Pricey for many
Samsung T9 Portable SSD 2TB USB 3.2 Gen 2
Users are overwhelmingly positive about the Samsung T9 SSD, praising its blazing-fast speeds, portability, and durability. It's highly recommended for photographers, gamers, and general storage needs, with many noting it's reliable for backups and large file transfers. The only minor hesitation mentioned is the price, though some found refurbished options at a better value.
Pros
- Blazing fast speeds
- Portable and compact
- Durable build
- Reliable for backups
- Easy Mac compatibility
Cons
- High price
- Pricey for new units
Scores
Specifications
| SanDisk WD_BLACK SN8100 | Samsung T9 Portable SSD | |
|---|---|---|
| Drive | ||
| Capacity | ||
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 | External |
| Interface | PCIe 5.0 x4 | USB 3.2 Gen 2 |
| Protocol | NVMe | NVMe |
| PCIe Generation | 5★ | — |
| External | ✗ | ✓ |
| Performance | ||
| Sequential Read (MB/s) | ||
| Sequential Write (MB/s) | ||
| Random Read (IOPS) | No data | |
| Random Write (IOPS) | No data | |
| Hardware | ||
| NAND | TLC | MLC★ |
| DRAM Cache | — | ✗ |
| Reliability | ||
| Endurance (TBW) | No data | |
| Warranty (years) | 5 | 5 |
| Features | ||
| Hardware Encryption | — | ✓★ |
Pros & Cons
SanDisk WD_BLACK SN8100 4TB PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
- Strong speed (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong random (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong endurance (94th percentile)94th %ile
Samsung T9 Portable SSD 2TB USB 3.2 Gen 2
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong feature (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong capacity (78th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 4 of 6 usage categories and 7 of 15 specs.