Does it need a heat sink?

The product does not come with a heat sink.

What is the endurance of this SSD? Can it handle heavy gameplay streaming?

The endurance of this SSD is up to 3000TB Terabytes Written (TBW), which indicates it can handle heavy gameplay streaming.

Is this SSD suitable for portable gaming devices?

Yes, this SSD is designed for serious on-the-go gamers and is built with laptops and handheld gaming devices in mind.

Is there a tool to ensure this SSD is running at its best?

Yes, the WD_BLACK Dashboard is a downloadable tool available for Windows to ensure the SSD is optimized for prime performance.

How fast can this SSD read and write data?

The SSD can read data at speeds up to 6800 MBps and write data at speeds up to 5800 MBps.

$129^.99

Limit 5 per customer.

Add to PC build list

Price alert

Add to wish list

Sold by Newegg

Shipped by Newegg

Best Sellers

BeachAudio

Top Rated

4.4 (8,561 total ratings)

$140^.08

Volume Discounts Available

Deal Targets

Hot Seller

3.2 (2,123 total ratings)

$130^.84
+ $9.99 Shipping

NothingButSavings

Top Rated

4.5 (8,984 total ratings)

$165^.43

WD_BLACK SN7100 M.2 2280 500GB PCI-Express 4.0 x4 TLC 3D NAND Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) WDS500G4X0E

Name: WD_BLACK SN7100 M.2 2280 500GB PCI-Express 4.0 x4 TLC 3D NAND Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) WDS500G4X0E
Uploaded: 2026-02-12
Description: WD_BLACK SN7100 M.2 2280 500GB PCI-Express 4.0 x4 TLC 3D NAND Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) WDS500G4X0E

(4) Write a Review

Style: Faster

Fast
Faster

Options: 500GB

4TB
2TB
1TB
500GB
250GB

HIGH-OCTANE GAMING. Experience speeds up to 6,800MB/s read and 5,800MB/s write, with up to 35% faster performance than previous generation.
PURPOSE-BUILT. Designed for serious on-the-go gamers, with a PCIe Gen4 interface and Western Digital's next generation TLC 3D NAND.
MORE SPACE FOR FAVORITES AND NEW TITLES. Available in multiple capacities up to 2TB, upgrade to an SSD that gives you tons of storage.
MORE TIME TO CLEAR THAT CHECKPOINT. Built with laptops and handheld gaming devices in mind, with up to 100% more power efficiency over the previous generation.
DO MORE WITH DASHBOARD. Ensure your drive is optimized for prime performance with the downloadable WD_BLACK Dashboard (Windows only).
AMPLIFY YOUR CONTENT. Up to 300TBW endurance for gameplay streaming, speedrun captures, or creating with the latest game engines.

🔥Don't forget your OS, we have Windows 11 OEM, Download and USB versions available

View Data Sheet Details

Combo Up Savings Up To $560+

The more you add, the more you'll save!

Overview

Specs

Reviews (4)

See all Q & A

Any questions? Our AI beta will help you find out quickly.

Try me now

SanDisk WD_BLACK SN7100 WDS500G4X0E-00CJA0 500 GB Solid State Drive - M. 2 2280 Internal - PCI Express NVMe (PCI Express NVMe 4.0 x4)

Model
Brand	Western Digital
Series	SN7100
Model	WDS500G4X0E
Device Type	Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Used For	Consumer

Details
Form Factor	M.2 2280
Capacity	500GB
Memory Components	TLC 3D NAND
Interface	PCI-Express 4.0 x4
Protocol	NVMe

Performance
Max Sequential Read	Up to 6800 MBps
Max Sequential Write	Up to 5800 MBps
4KB Random Read	Up to 760,000 IOPS
4KB Random Write	Up to 1,200,000 IOPS
Terabytes Written (TBW)	3000TB
MTBF	1,750,000 hours
HeatSink	without HeatSink

Features
Features	HIGH-OCTANE GAMING. Experience speeds up to 7,250MB/s read and 6,900MB/s write (1-2TB models), with up to 35% faster performance than previous generation. PURPOSE-BUILT. Designed for serious on-the-go gamers, with a PCIe Gen4 interface and Western Digital's next generation TLC 3D NAND. MORE SPACE FOR FAVORITES AND NEW TITLES. Available in multiple capacities up to 2TB, upgrade to an SSD that gives you tons of storage. MORE TIME TO CLEAR THAT CHECKPOINT. Built with laptops and handheld gaming devices in mind, with up to 100% more power efficiency over the previous generation. DO MORE WITH DASHBOARD. Ensure your drive is optimized for prime performance with the downloadable WD_BLACK Dashboard (Windows only). AMPLIFY YOUR CONTENT. Up to 1,200TBW endurance (2TB model) for gameplay streaming, speedrun captures, or creating with the latest game engines.

Environmental
Power Consumption (Idle)	Sleep (PS4): 5mW
Power Consumption (Active)	Average Active Power: 95mW Maximum Operating Power: 4.5W
Operating Temperature	32°F to 185°F (0°C to 85°C)
Storage Temperature	-40°F to 185°F (-40°C to 85°C)
Max Shock Resistance	1,500G @0.5 ms half sine
Max Vibration Resistance	5 gRMS, 10-2000 Hz, 3 axes

Dimensions & Weight
Height	1.14mm
Width	22mm
Depth	80mm
Weight	5.8g

Additional Information
First Listed on Newegg	December 16, 2024

Warranty & Returns

Warranty, Returns, And Additional Information

Warranty

Limited Warranty period (parts): 5 years
Limited Warranty period (labor): 5 years
Read full details

Return Policies

Return for refund within: 30 days

Return for replacement within: 30 days

This item is covered by Newegg.com's 30-Day Return Policy.
Read full return policy for details.

Best Sellers

Sponsored Products

WD_BLACK SN7100 M.2 2280 500GB PCI-Express 4.0 x4 TLC 3D NAND Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) WDS500G4X0E

Learn more about the SanDisk WDS500G4X0E

Customer Reviews of the SanDisk WDS500G4X0E

Warranty & Returns

Warranty, Returns, And Additional Information

Warranty

Return Policies

Manufacturer Contact Info

Item#: N82E16820250277

Best Sellers

Sponsored Products

WD_BLACK SN7100 M.2 2280 500GB PCI-Express 4.0 x4 TLC 3D NAND Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) WDS500G4X0E

Learn more about the SanDisk WDS500G4X0E

Customer Reviews of the SanDisk WDS500G4X0E

Warranty & Returns

Warranty, Returns, And Additional Information

Warranty

Return Policies

Manufacturer Contact Info