8TB M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 gaming SSD without heatsink
WD_BLACK SN850X 8TB WDS800T2X0E-00CDD0 NVMe SSD
The WD_BLACK SN850X 8TB WDS800T2X0E-00CDD0 is a non-heatsink M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD with up to 7,200MB/s sequential read, 6,600MB/s sequential write and 4,800TBW endurance.
- Capacity
- 8TB
- Sequential read
- Up to 7,200MB/s
- Sequential write
- Up to 6,600MB/s
- Endurance
- 4,800TBW
High-capacity PCIe Gen4 storage for large game libraries
The WD_BLACK SN850X 8TB combines Sandisk TLC 3D NAND, Game Mode 2.0, Microsoft DirectStorage support and a five-year limited warranty in a low-profile non-heatsink format. It is intended for compatible computers with an M.2 M-key slot that accepts M.2 2280 devices and provides suitable thermal management.
7,200MB/s exact-model read
The exact 8TB model is rated for sequential reads up to 7,200MB/s; capacity-specific figures from smaller models do not apply.
6,600MB/s write
Sequential writes up to 6,600MB/s support large game installations and content files.
High random performance
Up to 1,200K random-read and 1,200K random-write IOPS support responsive access.
8TB game capacity
The high capacity provides room for large installed libraries and creator assets.
Game Mode 2.0
The Windows-only SANDISK Dashboard can monitor the SSD and enable supported Game Mode 2.0 features.
DirectStorage support
Microsoft DirectStorage is listed for supported systems and software.
Who is the WD_BLACK SN850X 8TB WDS800T2X0E-00CDD0 best for?
A strong choice for
- Compatible high-performance gaming PCs
- Large game libraries
- Creator workstations with M.2 2280 support
- Systems with an existing M.2 thermal solution
- Users needing 4,800TBW rated endurance
Consider another model if you need
- You need a heatsink included
- You need the PlayStation 5-listed heatsink configuration
- Your device cannot accept an M.2 2280 drive
- Your host does not support NVMe storage
Key specifications
- Model
- WDS800T2X0E-00CDD0
- Base model
- WDS800T2X0E
- Capacity
- 8TB
- Form factor
- M.2 2280
- Interface
- PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe
- Sequential read
- Up to 7,200MB/s
- Sequential write
- Up to 6,600MB/s
- Random read
- Up to 1,200K IOPS
- Random write
- Up to 1,200K IOPS
- Endurance
- 4,800TBW
- Heatsink
- Not included
- Dimensions
- 80.01 × 22.1 × 3.81 mm
- Weight
- 8.6 g
- Warranty
- 5-year limited warranty
Full technical specifications
Capacity, interface and performance
| Full SKU | WDS800T2X0E-00CDD0 |
|---|---|
| Model number | WDS800T2X0E |
| Capacity | 8TB |
| Form factor | M.2 2280 |
| Connector | M.2 |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe |
| NAND | Sandisk TLC 3D NAND |
| Sequential read | Up to 7,200MB/s |
| Sequential write | Up to 6,600MB/s |
| Random read | Up to 1,200K IOPS |
| Random write | Up to 1,200K IOPS |
| Endurance | 4,800TBW |
Physical, software and warranty
| Heatsink | Not included |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 80.01 × 22.1 × 3.81 mm |
| Weight | 8.6 g |
| Operating temperature | 0°C to 85°C |
| Non-operating temperature | -40°C to 85°C |
| Computer compatibility | Computer with M.2 M-key port capable of taking M.2 2280; Windows 10+ |
| PlayStation 5 listing | Heatsink model only; not listed for this non-heatsink SKU |
| SANDISK Dashboard | Windows only |
| Game Mode 2.0 | Supported through SANDISK Dashboard |
| Microsoft DirectStorage | Supported |
| Limited warranty | 5 years |
| Warranty endurance limit | 4,800TBW |
Frequently asked questions about the WD_BLACK SN850X 8TB WDS800T2X0E-00CDD0
What is the WDS800T2X0E-00CDD0?
It is the 8TB, non-heatsink WD_BLACK SN850X M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD.
What read speed does the WDS800T2X0E-00CDD0 support?
The exact 8TB model is rated for sequential reads up to 7,200MB/s.
What write speed does the WDS800T2X0E-00CDD0 support?
It is rated for sequential writes up to 6,600MB/s.
What random performance does the WDS800T2X0E-00CDD0 provide?
It is rated for up to 1,200K random-read and 1,200K random-write IOPS.
What endurance rating applies to the WDS800T2X0E-00CDD0?
The exact 8TB model is rated for 4,800TBW.
Does the WDS800T2X0E-00CDD0 include a heatsink?
No. This exact SKU is the non-heatsink version.
Can the WDS800T2X0E-00CDD0 be used in a PlayStation 5?
Sandisk lists PlayStation 5 compatibility for the heatsink model only, so this non-heatsink SKU should not be presented as that configuration.
Does the WDS800T2X0E-00CDD0 support DirectStorage?
Yes. Microsoft DirectStorage support is listed for the SN850X series.
What are the WDS800T2X0E-00CDD0 dimensions?
The supplied exact-model table lists 80.01 × 22.1 × 3.81 mm and a weight of 8.6 g.
What warranty applies to the WDS800T2X0E-00CDD0?
A five-year limited warranty applies, subject to the 4,800TBW endurance limit and regional terms.
- This exact SKU does not include a heatsink; confirm host fit and thermal requirements.
- PlayStation 5 compatibility is listed by Sandisk for the heatsink model only.
- PCIe Gen4 performance requires a compatible host and varies by workload and conditions.
- The limited warranty is subject to five years or the maximum endurance limit, whichever occurs first.