W D_ B L A C K Dashboard SoftwareMonitors drive health, temperature, wear level, and performanceProvides real-time alerts and firmware updatesIncludes Game Mode Optimization (Windows only) for reduced latency
highlightsInterface: PCIe Gen4 x4 – up to 7,250 MB/s read and 6,900 MB/s write,Sequential Read Speed: Up to 7,250 MB/s,Sequential Write Speed: Up to 6,900 MB/s,Random Read IOPS: Up to 1,000,000,Random Write IOPS: Up to 1,400,000,Power Efficiency:Up to 100% more efficient at max speeds vs. previous genOptimized for battery life in laptops and handhelds,Up to 100% more efficient at max speeds vs. previous gen,Optimized for battery life in laptops and handhelds,NAND Type: Advanced 3D NAND flash with multi-level cell (MLC) architecture for high endurance,TBW (Terabytes Written): 1,200 TBW – extremely high endurance for heavy workloads,MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): 1.5 million hours – exceptional reliability,Operating Temperature Range: 0°C to 85°C – suitable for high-load environments,Power Loss Protection: Yes – safeguards data during unexpected shutdowns,Dimensions: 80.15 x 22.15 x 2.38 mm (M.2 2280),Weight: ~8.5 g,Thermal Management:Built-in thermal pad for efficient heat dissipationIdeal for tight spaces like laptops and handhelds,Built-in thermal pad for efficient heat dissipation,Ideal for tight spaces like laptops and handhelds,Compatibility:Supports Intel LGA1851, AMD AM5/AM4, and modern motherboards with PCIe Gen4 x4 M.2 slot,Supports Intel LGA1851, AMD AM5/AM4, and modern motherboards with PCIe Gen4 x4 M.2 slot,WD_BLACK Dashboard Software:Monitors drive health, temperature, wear level, and performanceProvides real-time alerts and firmware updatesIncludes Game Mode Optimization (Windows only) for reduced latency,Monitors drive health, temperature, wear level, and performance,Provides real-time alerts and firmware updates,Includes Game Mode Optimization (Windows only) for reduced latency,Optimized for Gaming & Content Creation:Fast load times for AAA games, large datasets, and video editingReduces stutter and lag in intense workloads,Fast load times for AAA games, large datasets, and video editing,Reduces stutter and lag in intense workloads
