Several days have passed since we last reported on the WD_BLACK SN850X 8TB SSD, and we are glad to update readers that the solid-state drive retains its second-lowest price of $649.99 on Amazon thanks to a 26 percent discount. However, do not get too excited that this price reduction will be present for the foreseeable future because other SSD models with 4TB of storage are slowly picking up in price.
While there is nothing stopping you from purchasing anyone of these 4TB SSDs, you are putting yourself at a disadvantage, especially when you have a limited number of M.2 slots. The WD_BLACK SN850X 8TB PCIe NVMe SSD not only ensures that you have ample storage while outfitted in a single slot, you also get the desired speeds. Thanks to supporting a newer NVMe protocol, the SN850X can reach speeds of up to 7,200MB/s, which reduces the time it takes to load up games and other taxing applications.
This perk alone makes the WD_BLACK SN850X ideal for desktops, laptops, and any of Sony’s PS5 models. However, to ensure the best possible performance, you need to have a heatsink attached to the SSD when slotting it in the PS5, otherwise it will start to throttle. Thankfully, at the time of writing, the SN850X with the same capacity but with a heatsink pre-attached is not that far off in pricing and is available for $679.99 on Amazon, but with eight units remaining in stock, there is no telling how long this price cut will last.
After all, the only other ‘affordable’ SSD that is not the SN850X is the WD_BLACK SN850P, and while it ships with a heatsink and speeds of up to 7,200MB/s, its $752.60 price means that a lot of buyers will opt for the SN850X as you get the same speeds but a higher discount.
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About the author: Omar Sohail is a reporter and analyst for Wccftech's mobile section, specializing in the technology and business of the mobile industry. His expertise lies in the intricate hardware supply chain, covering developments in semiconductor manufacturing, chip lithography, and camera sensor technology.
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