From Press Release:
Western Digital’s line-up of award-winning, top-tier performance gaming drives expanded today with the launch of the WD_BLACK™ SN850X NVMe™ SSD in an 8TB1 capacity (available in non-heatsink and heatsink models). A new 4TB 1 WD_BLACK™ NVMe™ SSD with heatsink has also been added to the lineup.
The WD_BLACK™ SN850X is built for hardcore gamers, gaming PC builders and PC upgraders seeking massive storage in an M.2 NVMe™ format. The drive is perfect for storing large files and media archives including game libraries, live-stream recordings, media servers, and more.
The 8TB1 WD_BLACK™ SN850X NVMe™ SSD offers ultimate performance, so users can enjoy their favorite games without worrying about lag. Plus, the downloadable WD_BLACK™ Dashboard (Windows® only) can automatically turn on Game Mode 2.0 features. The WD_BLACK™ SN850X NVMe™ SSD delivers a smooth, fast experience —and the innovations that let gamers compete at their absolute peak. The WD_BLACK™ SN850X NVMe™ SSD boasts a powerful suite of future-forward features, including Predictive Loading, Overhead Balancing, and Adaptive Thermal Management (ATM).
“Gaming has become a completely immersive experience, pushing the limits of virtual worlds, community and competitive play,” said Eric Spanneut, vice president, Western Digital. “With the introduction of the 8TB WD_BLACK™ SN850X NVMe™ SSD, Western Digital® is evolving capacity and performance to deliver an elite gaming experience.”
The 8TB1 WD_BLACK™ SN850X NVMe™ SSD retails for $849 (non-heatsink) and $899 (heatsink) U.S. MSRPs. The 4TB1 WD_BLACK™ SN850X NVMe™ SSD with heatsink retails for $369.99 U.S. MSRP. The drives are available for preorder now on the Western Digital® Store. General availability at major retailers, e-tailers, and worldwide resellers is expected this August.
