WD_BLACK SN7100 1TB NVMe SSD
1TBPCIe Gen4 NVMeUp to 7250MB/sM.2 2280 single-sided
The WD_BLACK SN7100 1TB, part number WDS100T4X0E-00CJA0, is an internal M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 NVMe solid state drive with sequential reads up to 7,250MB/s, built for gamers, content creators and anyone upgrading a laptop, handheld or desktop PC. It is the 1TB model in the SN7100 line-up, which also comes in 500GB, 2TB and 4TB, and pairs Western Digital next-generation TLC 3D NAND with a power-efficient DRAM-less design.
With reads up to 7,250MB/s and writes up to 6,900MB/s, the SN7100 delivers up to 35% faster performance and up to 100% better power efficiency than the previous-generation WD_BLACK SN770, so games load faster while your battery lasts longer. Carrying EAN 0718037893204 and MPN WDS100T4X0E-00CJA0, its slim single-sided 2.38mm profile fits thin laptops and gaming handhelds with ease. Typically in stock with fast delivery across Cyprus.
Compatibility note
The SN7100 requires an M.2 2280 (80mm) slot with an NVMe PCIe interface. For full Gen4 speeds you need a PCIe Gen4 x4 slot; it is backward compatible with PCIe Gen3 and Gen2 at reduced speeds. The single-sided 2.38mm design suits laptops and handhelds such as Steam Deck and ROG Ally. It will not work in SATA-only M.2 slots. The drive ships without a heatsink, so for a PlayStation 5 install you should add a compatible M.2 heatsink separately.
Best For
✓ Fast game loading on gaming laptops and PCs
✓ Handheld consoles like Steam Deck and ROG Ally
✓ Upgrading a thin-and-light laptop for more speed
✓ Content creation, large file transfers and editing
✓ A high-speed boot and OS drive
✓ Battery-conscious users who want efficiency at speed
Key Features
Speeds up to 7,250MB/s
PCIe Gen4 performance with sequential reads up to 7,250MB/s and writes up to 6,900MB/s obliterates load times and shortens file transfers.
Up to 100% better efficiency
A DRAM-less design with Host Memory Buffer delivers up to 100% better power efficiency than the SN770, extending battery life on laptops and handhelds.
Next-gen TLC 3D NAND
Western Digital next-generation TLC 3D NAND provides high speeds and 600TBW endurance for years of gaming and creating.
SanDisk Dashboard & Game Mode
The downloadable SanDisk Dashboard (Windows) monitors drive health and firmware and enables Game Mode to optimise performance.
Technical Specifications
| Product Identification |
| Part Number |
WDS100T4X0E-00CJA0 |
| EAN / GTIN |
0718037893204 |
| MPN |
WDS100T4X0E-00CJA0 |
| Brand |
WD_BLACK (Western Digital / SanDisk) |
| Series |
SN7100 NVMe SSD |
| Performance |
| Sequential Read |
Up to 7,250 MB/s |
| Sequential Write |
Up to 6,900 MB/s |
| Random Read |
Up to 1,000K IOPS — small random operations per second, drives app and OS responsiveness |
| Random Write |
Up to 1,400K IOPS |
| Endurance (TBW) |
600 TB — total data you can write over the drive’s lifetime (JEDEC client workload) |
| Form & Interface |
| Capacity |
1 TB |
| Form Factor |
M.2 2280 — 22mm wide x 80mm long, single-sided |
| Interface |
PCIe Gen 4 x4 NVMe — four PCIe lanes for full Gen4 bandwidth |
| NAND |
Western Digital TLC 3D NAND |
| Architecture |
DRAM-less (Host Memory Buffer) — borrows a little system RAM for the mapping table to cut power and cost |
| Dimensions |
80 mm x 22 mm x 2.38 mm |
| Weight |
5.8 g |
| Compatibility & Reliability |
| System Compatibility |
Backward compatible with PCIe Gen4 x2/x1, Gen3 and Gen2; Windows 10 or later |
| Operating Temperature |
0°C to 85°C |
| Non-Operating Temperature |
-40°C to 85°C |
| RoHS Compliance |
Yes |
| Warranty |
5-year limited warranty |
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the WD_BLACK SN7100 1TB work in my laptop or handheld?
Yes, if your device has an M.2 2280 slot with an NVMe PCIe interface. Its slim single-sided 2.38mm design is built for thin laptops and gaming handhelds such as the Steam Deck and ROG Ally. It does not fit SATA-only M.2 slots, and full Gen4 speeds require a PCIe Gen4 x4 slot.
Can I use the SN7100 in a PlayStation 5?
It works as a PS5 storage expansion drive thanks to its PCIe Gen4 speeds, but it ships without a heatsink. Sony requires a heatsink for M.2 SSDs in the PS5, so you would need to add a compatible M.2 heatsink separately before installing it.
What is the difference between the SN7100 and the older SN770?
The SN7100 offers up to 35% faster performance and up to 100% better power efficiency than the SN770. Both are DRAM-less Gen4 drives, but the SN7100 uses newer TLC 3D NAND and a more efficient controller, making it the better choice for battery-powered laptops and handhelds.
What do I need to know before buying the SN7100 1TB?
Confirm you have a free M.2 2280 NVMe slot and a way to clone or reinstall your operating system. The drive is DRAM-less and relies on Host Memory Buffer, has 600TBW endurance, a 5-year limited warranty, and works best in a Gen4 slot; in Gen3 systems it still works but at reduced speed.
Singular Expert Insight
The SN7100 is one of the best-balanced Gen4 drives for mobile use: near-flagship 7,250MB/s reads with class-leading power efficiency, which matters far more in a laptop or handheld than the last few hundred MB/s of a power-hungry flagship. If you need the absolute peak sustained write performance for heavy professional workloads, a DRAM-equipped drive like the SN850X is worth considering, but for most gamers and creators this 1TB
internal SSD is the smarter, cooler-running pick. Step up to the 2TB model if you keep a large game library installed, or pair it with a rugged
external SSD for backups on the go.
Buyer's Guide
Buy it if
You want fast 7,250MB/s Gen4 speed with great battery efficiency for a gaming laptop, handheld, or desktop, and 1TB suits your game and app library.
Skip it if
You need maximum sustained write speed for heavy pro workloads (consider a DRAM SSD), or your device only has a SATA M.2 or no M.2 2280 slot.
Also consider
SN7100 2TB (WDS200T4X0E) for a bigger library, or WD_BLACK SN850X if you want a DRAM-equipped flagship with optional heatsink.