SERIOUS PCIe™® 5.0. SPEEDS. Sequential Read/Write speeds up to 14,900/14,000 MB/s (2TB and 4TB models) quickly load and store massive projects.
SUPERCHARGE AI WORKFLOWS. Demanding AI workflows are supercharged with Random Read/Write speeds up to 2.3M/2.4M IOPs (2TB and 4TBmodels) and integrated SANDISK® nCache 4.0™ Technology.
ROOM FOR YOUR IMMENSE LIBRARIES. Gamers and professionals with vast libraries can be worry-free with capacities up to 8TB on M.2 2880 built with 8th Generation SANDISK® BiCS TLC 3D CBA NAND.
AN INDUSTRY LEADER IN POWER EFFICIENCY. Enjoy over 2x higher power efficiency than our PCIe® Gen 4 SSD (1TB - 4TB models) for on-the-go productivity and sustained gaming performance.
DURABILITY FOR CREATORS. With up to 4,800 TBW (8TB model) endurance rating, your drive is designed for write-intensive workloads such as content creation tools and AI-enabled video editors.
PEACE OF MIND. To champion professionals in their work and play, Sandisk provides a 5-year limited warranty for ultimate peace of mind
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Overview
Specs
Reviews
Blazing PCIe 5.0 performance
Experience up to 14,900/14,000MB/s(1) read/write speeds (2TB and 4TB models(2)) that load and store massive assets, projects, and games at cutting-edge speed.
Incredible AI acceleration
With up to 2.3M/2.4M IOPS(1) Random Read/Write speeds (2TB and 4TB models(2)) and SANDISK nCache 4.0 technology, this SSD delivers responsive burst performance for AI, 3D, and simulation workflows.
Massive capacity for massive projects
Handle large datasets, 8K video, and AAA games with up to 8TB(2) of next-gen SANDISK BiCS TLC 3D CBA NAND built on the M.2 2280 form factor.
Award-winning performance
Don’t take our word for it - leading reviewers in the storage industry have named the SANDISK Optimus GX PRO 8100 SSD as one of the fastest, most powerful, and most efficient SSDs on the planet.
Efficient cooling for sustained speed
With over 2x better power efficiency (1TB-4TB models(2)) than our PCIe Gen 4.0(3) SSD, this drive maintains cool, consistent performance during extended workloads.
Built to endure demanding workloads
With up to 4,800TBW(4) endurance (8TB models(2)), this SSD is engineered to handle heavy write cycles for scientific, creative, and AI-driven production.
Reliability you can trust
Focus on your work with confidence thanks to support for TCG Opal v2.02 encryption(5) for data-at-rest protection..
Notes:
(1) 1MB/s = 1 million bytes per second. IOPS = input/output operations per second. Based on internal testing; performance may vary depending upon host device, usage conditions, drive capacity, and other factors.
(2) 1GB = 1 billion bytes and 1TB = 1 trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment.
(3) Over 2x more power efficient than 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB SANDISK Optimus GX PRO 850X NVMe SSDs.
(4) TBW (terabytes written) values calculated using JEDEC client workload (JESD219) and vary by product capacity.
(5) Requires motherboard BIOS or third-party software to enable.
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Help maximize your storage performance with the SANDISK Optimus GX PRO 8100 PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSDProfessionals, creators, and gamers deserve optimal storage performance for demanding AI workflows and intense gaming sessions. The SANDISK Optimus GX PRO 8100 NVMe SSDs are designed to deliver exactly that. With groundbreaking PCIe 5.0 storage performance, reach Sequential Read/Write speeds up to 14,900/14,000 MB/s (2TB and 4TB models). Seamlessly multitask with Random Read/Write speeds up to 2.3M/2.4M IOPS (2TB and 4TB), and transfer files faster thanks to integrated SANDISK nCache 4.0 technology.
Store expansive game libraries and large digital assets with capacities up to 8TB on M.2 2280 built with the 8th generation of our trusted SANDISK BiCS TLC 3D CBA NAND. Engineered to endure write intensive workflows, the SANDISK Optimus GX PRO 8100 SSD offers a 4,800 TBW (8TB model) endurance rating. Heatsink version is engineered to provide up to 5.5x longer sustained performance for those extended working or gaming sessions. Ideal for compatible workstations, AI PCs, gamer PCs, and creator PCs.One of the fastest PCIe 5.0 drives out thereWhether you're pushing the boundaries at work or play, the SANDISK Optimus GX PRO 8100 PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD with heatsink keeps up with you. Load and store massive assets, projects, and games thanks to blazingly fast Sequential Read/Write speeds of up to 14,900/14,000 MB/s (2TB and 4TB models).Lightning-fast performance for supercharged AI workflowsAI models perform optimally with fast Random Read/Write speeds, and this SSD offers just that. With up to 2.3M/2.4M IOPS (2TB and 4TB models) and our integrated SANDISK nCache 4.0 technology, this SSD delivers blistering burst write performance for large file transfers.Pushing limits demands higher storage capacitiesApplication datasets, 8K video, full frame images, and AAA games have one thing in common: they can get massive. With capacities up to 8TB on an M.2 2280 form factor built with the 8th generation of our trusted SANDISK BiCS TLC 3D CBA NAND, you have room for more.Award-winning performanceDon't take our word for it - leading reviewers in the storage industry have named the SANDISK Optimus GX PRO 8100 SSD as one of the fastest, most powerful, and most efficient SSDs on the planet.Running fast and staying coolWith over 2x more power efficiency (1TB - 4TB models) than our PCIe Gen 4.0 SSD at an average operating power of 7.5W or under, your SSD stays cool and delivers high performance over a longer period.Engineered to endure write-intensive workloadsWith up to 4,800 TBW (8TB model) endurance rating, your drive is designed to handle heavy, write-intensive workloads, like scientific and financial simulation, 3D modeling, and AI production workflows.Peace of mind comes standardThis SSD supports for TCG Opal v2.02 for data-at-rest encryption, allowing you to focus on what you do best.Heatsink for sustained high performanceThe SANDISK Optimus Heatsink is made with anodized aluminum, designed to efficiently channel heat away for up to 5.5x longer sustained performance compared to without. Plus, the onboard programmable RGB LED lets you customize the look to match your rig.
Learn more about the SanDisk SDSP82100TAN-000E0
Model
Brand
SanDisk
Series
Optimus GX PRO 8100
Model
SDSP82100TAN-000E0
Device Type
Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Details
Form Factor
M.2 2280-S3-M
Capacity
1TB
Memory Components
3D NAND TLC
Interface
PCI-Express 5.0 x4
Protocol
NVMe 2.0
Performance
Max Sequential Read
Up to 14900 MBps
Max Sequential Write
Up to 11000 MBps
4KB Random Read
Up to 1,600,000 IOPS
4KB Random Write
Up to 2,400,000 IOPS
Terabytes Written (TBW)
600TB
MTBF
1,750,000 hours
HeatSink
without HeatSink
Environmental
Power Consumption (Idle)
5 mW
Power Consumption (Active)
Average Active Power Read: 6.2W Average Active Power Write: 6.1W
This product does not include manufacturer warranty when purchased or used outside of its designated sales region. By purchasing internationally, you acknowledge that warranty support from the manufacturer will not be available.
The SanDisk Optimus GX PRO 8100 is a 1TB M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe SSD for compatible PCs, with TLC NAND, up to 14,900 MB/s sequential reads and 11,000 MB/s writes, and a 5-year limited warranty. It suits gamers, creators, and professionals who need fast internal storage for demanding workloads.
Recommended For
PC creators who regularly move large video, image, or project files and have a PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot; the drive’s high transfer speeds are most relevant when storage is part of a frequent, file-heavy workflow.
Workstation users who frequently load large AI models or datasets and want fast local storage for those files; this SSD supports the data-loading side of an AI workflow, not the model’s computation.
PC enthusiasts building around a PCIe 5.0 platform who want a fast system or project drive and can use a motherboard M.2 heatsink or provide suitable cooling; reviewers found strong performance across demanding storage tests.
Gamers who prioritize a high-end SSD for a compatible PC and also use it for large installs or other demanding storage tasks; reviewers found the drive fast, though the difference in ordinary game loading may be modest.
Spec Summary
Attribute
Value
Best For
1TB internal NVMe storage for gaming, business, and personal use in compatible desktop or laptop PCs
Capacity And NAND
1TB capacity with 3D NAND TLC flash memory
Interface And Form Factor
M.2 2280-S3-M form factor with PCIe 5.0 x4 and NVMe 2.0
Read And Write Performance
Sequential speeds up to 14,900 MB/s read and 11,000 MB/s write; 4KB random performance up to 1,600,000 IOPS read and 2,400,000 IOPS write
Endurance And Reliability
Rated for 600TB written with a 1,750,000-hour MTBF
Power Consumption
5 mW idle; average active power is 6.2 W when reading and 6.1 W when writing
Operating Conditions
Operating temperature: 0°C to 85°C; storage temperature: -40°C to 85°C
Shock And Vibration Resistance
Shock resistance up to 1,500G at 0.5 ms half-sine; operating vibration rated at 5 gRMS and non-operating vibration at 4.9 gRMS
Physical Specifications
22 mm wide × 80 mm deep × 2.38 mm high; weighs 7.5 g; supplied without a heatsink
Model Identifiers
SanDisk Optimus GX PRO 8100; model SDSP82100TAN-000E0