The world of gaming is constantly evolving, and with it the need for faster and larger storage is growing. This is exactly where the WD_Black SN850P SSD comes in, which was specially developed to expand the storage capacity of the Sony PlayStation 5. The new model comes with 8 terabytes of storage space.
Highlights of the WD_Black SN850P
- Massive storage capacity: Available in sizes of up to 8 TB, it offers enough space for the latest games.
- Impressive speed: With a read speed of up to 7,200 MB/s, it ensures lightning-fast loading times.
- Compatibility: Designed specifically for the PlayStation 5 and fully compatible with the console’s requirements.
- Easy installation: Thanks to the integrated heat sink, the SSD remains cool and efficient even during intensive use.
Tailor-made performance for the PS5
The WD_Black SN850P 8 TB stands out from other SSDs thanks to its tailor-made performance for the PlayStation 5. With a read speed of up to 7,200 MB/s, it ensures that games load at lightning speed, minimizing wait times and maximizing the gaming experience. The SN850P shows its strength especially with titles that have intensive graphics requirements, enabling seamless transitions and smooth gameplay.
Another outstanding feature is the capacity of 8 TB. Previously, the SSD was already available in sizes of 1 TB, 2 TB and 4 TB. At a time when games require ever larger amounts of data, this SSD ensures that gamers have enough space to store their favorite games, expansions and updates. This capacity also makes it possible to have a large number of games installed at the same time without having to compromise on choice.
Technical data at a glance
To give you a more detailed insight into the performance of the WD_Black SN850P, here are the most important technical specifications:
| Feature | WD_Black SN850P |
|---|---|
| Storage capacity | 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB, 8 TB |
| Storage interface | PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe 1.4 |
| Read speed | Up to 7,200 MB/s |
| Write speed | Up to 6,600 MB/s |
| Form factor | M.2 2280 |
| Cooling | Integrated heat sink |
| Compatibility | Sony PlayStation 5 |
Installation and compatibility
Another advantage of the WD_Black SN850P is its easy installation. It is fully compatible with the requirements of the PS5 and can be easily installed in the console’s M.2 expansion slot. The integrated heat sink ensures that the SSD remains cool even during intensive gaming sessions and can develop its full performance.
The Western Digital Dashboard software also makes it possible to monitor the SSD and easily update the firmware so that performance is always up to date.
Price and availability
The new 8 TB model of the WD_Black SN850P is now available in the manufacturer’s online store for 893.99 euros. This may seem expensive at first, but it is actually a normal price for this size. This makes it slightly more expensive than the recently introduced WD_Black SN850X with 8 TB for the PC, which has similar specifications.
