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WD_BLACK 2TB SN7100

WD_BLACK 2TB SN7100

4.8(8,189 ratings)

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$78.00at Les Appartements de JujuChecked 1 h ago

77% under what the other stores charge

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Price facts

  • Lowest price today: $78.00 at Les Appartements de Juju (checked Nov 11, 2026).
  • Checked at 4 stores.

Our take on the WD_BLACK 2TB SN7100

The WD_BLACK SN7100 is a PCIe Gen 4 NVMe M.2 2280 SSD aimed at gamers and laptop builders who want fast load times without a heatsink. It uses Kioxia 218-layer TLC flash with a DRAM-less design that leans on 64 MB of host memory buffer, and it tops out around 4.5W, so it runs cool enough for thin laptops and handhelds. Endurance is 1,200 TBW with a five-year warranty, which is generous for a 2TB consumer drive. Reviewers rate it highly for everyday speed and low heat; its main trade-off against premium Gen 4 rivals is DRAM-less design and weaker sustained writes on very large transfers.

Best forLaptop and handheld upgrades where a heatsink won't fitGame libraries and fast level loadsEveryday boot drive for a new buildBuyers who want high write endurance
Pros
  • Fast Gen 4 sequential reads for load times
  • Low 4.5W power draw and cool running
  • 1,200 TBW endurance with five-year warranty
  • Single-sided, slim 2280 fit for tight laptops
  • Strong user ratings across thousands of buyers
Cons
  • DRAM-less design with only 64 MB HMB
  • Sustained write speed drops on long transfers
  • No heatsink included
  • Not a meaningful step up for most Gen 3 owners

WD_BLACK 2TB SN7100 prices at every store

  • Les Appartements de JujuNew

    In stock

    $78.00Checked 1 h ago
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  • NeweggNew

    In stock

    $311.95Free shippingChecked 1 h ago
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  • Best BuyNew

    In stock

    $339.00Free shippingChecked 1 h ago
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WD_BLACK 2TB SN7100 price history

Lowest price we've seen: $78.00 on Nov 11 at Les Appartements de Juju. Tracked across 4 stores since Nov 11.

What reviewers say

  • 4.8 / 58,189 ratings

Owners rate it 4.8 out of 5 across more than 8,000 ratings, praising speed, cool running and easy installs in laptops and consoles. Complaints center on write speeds falling during very large file copies and the lack of a heatsink.

What people mention
  • SpeedPraisedOwners say boots and game loads feel much quicker than older SATA and Gen 3 drives.
  • HeatPraisedBuyers report it runs cool in laptops and handhelds, even without a heatsink.
  • Sustained writesCriticisedSome note write speeds drop during long transfers of very large files.
  • InstallPraisedReviewers describe straightforward installs and immediate recognition in BIOS and consoles.
  • DRAMMixedPower users question the DRAM-less design, though most say it doesn't matter in daily use.

About the WD_BLACK 2TB SN7100

The WD_BLACK 2TB SN7100 is an internal M.2 2280 solid-state drive with 2000 GB of capacity, of which 1863 GB is usable. It connects over PCIe Gen 4 x4 and supports NVMe 1.4.

The drive uses a WD A101-000172-A1 controller and Kioxia 218-layer BiCS8 3D TLC flash. It has no onboard DRAM and instead uses a 64 MB Host Memory Buffer (HMB). It is rated for 1200 TBW of endurance and has a five-year warranty.

Maximum power draw is 4.5W, and sleep power is 5mW. The drive weighs 5.8 g.

Capacity
2000 GB (1863 GB usable)
Interface
PCIe Gen 4 x4, NVMe 1.4
Form factor
M.2 2280
Endurance
1200 TBW
Controller
WD A101-000172-A1
Flash
Kioxia 218-layer BiCS8 3D TLC
DRAM
None; 64 MB HMB
Power
4.5W maximum, 5mW sleep
Dimensions
80 mm long, 22 mm wide, 1.14 mm high
Warranty
Five years

Specifications

Capacity
2000 GB (1863 GB usable)Source
Interface
PCIe Gen 4 x4, NVMe 1.4Source
Form Factor
M.2 2280Source
Endurance
1200 TBWSource
Controller

Questions and answers

Is the SN7100 worth it over a Gen 3 drive?
Yes if you are building new or moving from SATA. From a decent Gen 3 NVMe drive, most people won't feel the difference in games and everyday tasks.
Does it fit a PS5 or Steam Deck?
It fits the Steam Deck and most laptops as a single-sided 2280 drive. The PS5 needs a heatsink, which this drive does not include.
Is the DRAM-less design a problem?
For gaming and general use, owners say no. For constant large-file writing, sustained speed drops sooner than on DRAM-equipped drives.
How much space do I actually get?
About 1,863 GB usable out of the 2TB rating, the usual gap from decimal to binary sizing.
What is in the box?
Just the M.2 2280 drive. No heatsink, screw or mounting hardware is included.
How long will it last?
The 1,200 TBW endurance rating and five-year warranty cover heavy daily use well beyond typical consumer needs.
Where is the WD_BLACK 2TB SN7100 cheapest?
At Les Appartements de Juju, for $78.00, 77% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the WD_BLACK 2TB SN7100?
Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 8,189 ratings.
Where can I buy the WD_BLACK 2TB SN7100?
4 stores we checked sell it, including Les Appartements de Juju, Newegg, Best Buy, Amazon.

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WD A101-000172-A1Source
Flash
Kioxia 218-Layer BiCS8 3D TLCSource
DRAM
N/A, but 64 MB HMBSource
Warranty
Five yearsSource
Maximum Power
4.5WSource
Sleep Power
5mWSource
Weight
5.8gSource
Dimensions
1.14mm in height, 22mm in width, and 80mm in depthSource