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Western Digital Blue SN5100 500GB M.2 NVMe SSD - PCIe 4.0 x4 - WDS500G5B0E-00CPE0

SKU 24759 Brand Western Digital EAN13 0718037906287
WD Blue SN5100 500GB M.2 NVMe SSD with PCIe 4.0 x4 interface delivers 6,600 MB/s read speeds. DRAM-less design, BiCS8 QLC NAND, ideal for desktops and laptops requiring fast storage.
Storage (SSD & HDD) - Device Type Internal SSD
Storage (SSD & HDD) - Capacity 256GB - 512GB
Storage (SSD & HDD) - Sequential Read Speed (SSD) 5001 to 7000 MB s
Storage (SSD & HDD) - DRAM Cache (SSD) None (DRAM-less)
Storage (SSD & HDD) - Interface PCIe 4.0 (Gen4)
Storage (SSD & HDD) - Heatsink (SSD) Not Included
Storage (SSD & HDD) - Form Factor M.2 2280
Storage (SSD & HDD) - PCIe Lanes (SSD) x4

The Western Digital Blue SN5100 is a high-performance NVMe SSD designed for users seeking fast, reliable storage in a compact M.2 2280 form factor. With PCIe 4.0 x4 interface support, this 500GB drive delivers sequential read speeds up to 6,600 MB/s and write speeds up to 5,600 MB/s, making it 30% faster than its predecessor. The drive utilizes SanDisk BiCS8 218-layer QLC NAND technology paired with the Polaris 3 4-channel controller for efficient performance.

Built as a DRAM-less SSD, the SN5100 reduces power consumption and heat generation while maintaining excellent performance through advanced caching technology (nCache 4.0). This makes it an excellent choice for content creators, gamers, and professionals working with large files and demanding applications. The drive is compatible with any system featuring an M.2 2280 slot and PCIe 4.0 or earlier support, including desktops, laptops, and gaming consoles.

Key features and specifications:

  • Capacity: 500GB with options up to 4TB
  • Interface: PCIe 4.0 x4, NVMe 2.0
  • Performance: 6,600 MB/s read, 5,600 MB/s write (500GB model)
  • Form Factor: M.2 2280 (80mm x 22mm x 2.38mm)
  • NAND Type: SanDisk BiCS8 QLC (218-layer)
  • Controller: SanDisk Polaris 3 (4-channel)
  • DRAM: None (DRAM-less architecture)
  • Included Software: SanDisk Dashboard for monitoring and Acronis True Image for data migration
Model NumberWDS500G5B0E-00CPE0
Capacity500GB
Form FactorM.2 2280
InterfacePCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe 2.0
ControllerSanDisk Polaris 3 (4-channel)
NAND TypeSanDisk BiCS8 218-layer QLC
Sequential Read Speed6,600 MB/s
Sequential Write Speed5,600 MB/s
Random Read (IOPS)660,000 IOPS
Random Write (IOPS)1,100,000 IOPS
DRAM CacheNone (DRAM-less)
Power Consumption (Active R/W)3.8W
Dimensions (L x W x H)80mm x 22mm x 2.38mm
Weight5.7g
Operating Temperature0°C to 70°C
Storage Temperature-40°C to 85°C
Vibration (Operating)5 gRMS, 10-2000 Hz, 3 axes
Shock1,500G @ 0.5ms half-sine
SecurityTCG Pyrite 2.01, ATA Security passthrough over NVMe
CertificationsBSMI, CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B), CB-Scheme, CE, FCC, KCC, Morocco, RCM, TÜV, UL, VCCI, UKCA
RoHS CompliantYes
Included AccessoriesSanDisk Dashboard software, Acronis True Image for data migration