Western Digital has launched the WD Blue SN5000 NVMe SSD, aimed at content creators and professionals in India. This M.2 2280 SSD is designed for PCs, enhancing performance for those dealing with multi-stream 4K videos, images, and audio.
The drive supports the AI Data Cycle’s Stages 4 and 6, providing high-performance storage that boosts content creation within AI frameworks. With PCIe Gen 4 and Western Digital nCache 4.0, users can expect seamless transitions between applications and projects.
Key Features
- Capacity: Up to 4TB, doubling the storage capacity of its predecessor.
- Speed: Offers PCIe Gen4 speeds up to 5,500MB/s, marking a 24% performance improvement over the last generation.
- nCache 4.0: Enhances file and folder copy speeds.
- Multitasking: Facilitates smoother handling of heavy projects with NVMe technology.
- Endurance: Up to 1,200 TBW (Terabytes Written) for robust longevity.
Quick Specifications: WD Blue SN5000 NVMe SSD
- Form Factor: M.2 2280
- Sequential Read Performance: Up to 5,500MB/s (4TB model)
- Sequential Write Performance: Up to 5,000MB/s (4TB model)
- Random Read IOPS: Up to 690K (4TB model)
- Random Write IOPS: Up to 900K (4TB model)
- Interface: PCIe Gen4 x4
- Warranty: 5-Year Limited Warranty
- Dimensions (mm): 80.15 x 22.15 x 2.38
- Weight: 5.7 grams
- Compatibility: Requires an M.2 2280 port
- Certifications: Includes BSMI, CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B), CE, FCC, KCC, Morocco, RCM, TUV, UL, VCCI
Pricing and Availability
The WD Blue SN5000 NVMe SSD comes in capacities ranging from 500GB to 4TB, with prices starting at Rs. 3,199 up to Rs. 26,999. These SSDs are available for purchase on Amazon.in and at local IT retail stores as of today.
Speaking about the launch, Khalid Wani, Senior Director Sales, India, Western Digital, said,
Creators today seek the right technology to enhance PC performance and streamline their creative workflows. The SN5000 empowers creators by delivering the speed and capacity required to tackle demanding tasks such as 4K video editing and large-scale graphic design, enabling them to unlock their full creative potential without being constrained by storage limitations.