Update - The 8TB version of the WD_BLACK SN850X with a heatsink is now available on Amazon for $785.49, representing a slight price decrease from its previous $829.99. Keep in mind that the updated price is still relatively high, but that’s not within our control, as the DRAM shortage means storage and memory will become more expensive.
It is a head-scratching moment for a ton of readers because SSD and RAM prices have shot through the roof, but that is how things are going to be for the next several months, thanks to the DRAM shortage. Even then, storage requirements need to be fulfilled, and if you’re looking to expand up to 8TB of PCIe NVMe Gen 4 ultra-fast internal memory, WD_BLACK SN850X is currently going for $100 off on Amazon for the heatsink version. This discount brings the grand total down to $829.99, but you’d best hurry, or this number could reach $1,000 or more in the coming months.
The 8TB version of the WD_BLACK SN850X is currently the most affordable PCIe NVMe Gen 4 drive on Amazon with this capacity, so don’t miss out
The DRAM shortage is expected to persist until Q4 2027, which only means that your PC upgrades are going to get more expensive as time passes by. Unfortunately, this includes SSDs, and the WD_BLACK SN850X is no stranger to these price hikes because there was a time when you could grab an 8TB drive for as low as $549.99, futureproofing your storage requirements at a substantial discount. For the time being, you’ll have to cough up $829.99 for the heatsink version, but here’s the positive aspect.
This variant is actually cheaper than the non-heatsink version, which is priced at $887.95, so you have the option of installing the WD_BLACK SN850X in a laptop with or without the passive cooler, depending on the machine’s thickness. For desktops, the size of the SSD’s heatsink isn’t going to matter at all. As for the performance, this 8TB SSD can reach up to 7,200MB/s sequential read speeds and 6,300MB/s write speeds thanks to supporting the PCIe NVMe Gen 4 protocol.
It is remarkable how storage manufacturers have been able to cram in 8TB of space on a single stick, but that’s technology for you. Assuming the PCIe NVMe Gen 4 protocol is a bit outdated for you, we have an alternative for you, but it will cost you an additional $70. It is the Samsung 990 PRO, and the 8TB version that ships without a heatsink is $100 off on the online retailer and is listed for $899.99.
The 990 PRO series is the Korean giant’s first PCIe NVMe Gen 5 SSDs, so if you plan on getting one of these, ensure that there is adequate cooling in your system before upgrading, or else these drives will throttle quickly.
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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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