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Verbatim Vi7000G | 1TB Storage | PS5 and PC Compatible | PCIe 4.0 NVMe | Heatsink Included
An affordable speed upgrade that lets console and desktop players keep far more titles ready at once.
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Verbatim Vi7000G 1TB is available at Mascom International for KSh 31,000, brand new and sealed, a PCIe 4.0 NVMe drive with a built-in heatsink that works in a PlayStation 5 or a desktop PC. The Verbatim Vi7000G reads at up to 7,000MB/s and writes at up to 5,500MB/s, and it uses the M.2 2280 size found in the PS5 expansion slot and most current motherboards. An onboard DRAM cache keeps transfers steady during long installs. Find the Verbatim Vi7000G 1TB at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Built for value-minded gamers across Kenya, the Verbatim Vi7000G tackles the full-console problem without the cost of a licensed drive. University students at Kenyatta, USIU and the University of Nairobi often share one PS5 in a hostel room, and space runs out fast when everyone has their own games. The Verbatim Vi7000G adds 1TB that plays PS5 games directly, so nobody has to delete a title to make room for the next. Because it also suits a desktop PC, the same drive can move into a gaming tower or editing workstation later, which protects your money. Editors in Westlands and Industrial Area offices use the same Gen4 speed for large video projects.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that sell PS5 drives without saying whether the heatsink fits, Mascom International confirms that the Verbatim Vi7000G is listed by its maker for both desktop PC and PlayStation 5. At Mascom International, we're seeing gamers pick it when they want Gen4 speed at a lower price than the WD Black SN850P. Order on WhatsApp and pay by M-Pesa on arrival, or come to Kimathi Street and inspect the sealed box before you pay.
Common Questions About the Verbatim Vi7000G
How much is the Verbatim Vi7000G 1TB in Kenya?
The Verbatim Vi7000G 1TB costs KSh 31,000 brand new and sealed at Mascom International, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. The price covers the fitted heatsink, a quick installation guide, a 6-month Mascom International warranty and pay-on-arrival delivery to any county. It sits KSh 3,000 below the WD Black SN850P 1TB, which sells for KSh 34,000. Per gigabyte, the Verbatim Vi7000G 1TB works out to about KSh 31, against about KSh 22.50 on the WD Black SN850P 2TB at KSh 45,000.
Should I pay KSh 14,000 more for the WD Black SN850P 2TB instead of the Verbatim Vi7000G 1TB?
Pay the extra KSh 14,000 only if you need double the space; otherwise the Verbatim Vi7000G 1TB covers most players well. The WD Black SN850P 2TB costs KSh 45,000, holds twice as much, and carries an official PlayStation licence. It reads at up to 7,300MB/s against 7,000MB/s, writes at up to 6,600MB/s against 5,500MB/s, and is rated for 1,200TB written against 500TB. Pick the WD 2TB if you collect every big release. Pick the Verbatim Vi7000G if you rotate a few games and want to keep KSh 14,000.
Does the Verbatim Vi7000G work in a PS5 without an official PlayStation licence?
Yes, the Verbatim Vi7000G works in the PS5 expansion slot, and Verbatim lists the PlayStation 5 as a supported console on its datasheet. A licence is a branding agreement, not a technical requirement, so any drive meeting the slot's size and speed needs will run. Verbatim states that the PS5 needs system software 21.02-04.00.00 or later, which any console updated in the last few years already has. Check under Settings, then System, before you install. The drive fits the original PS5, the PlayStation 5 Slim and the PlayStation 5 Pro.
Will the Verbatim Vi7000G cope with hot rooms in Mombasa and dusty Nairobi homes?
The Verbatim Vi7000G is rated to run from 0°C to 70°C, a wide margin above even a hot Mombasa afternoon. Its integrated heatsink spreads heat away from the drive while the PS5's own fan moves air through the console. Dust is the bigger threat in Nairobi homes near busy roads, because it clogs the console's vents and raises internal temperatures. Keep the PS5 on a raised shelf, clean the vents every few months, and give it space on all sides. During KPLC power cuts, a UPS protects any install in progress.
Who should buy the Verbatim Vi7000G 1TB, and who should skip it?
The Verbatim Vi7000G 1TB suits PS5 owners on a tighter budget, students sharing a console, and anyone who may move the drive into a desktop PC later. It gives Gen4 speed for KSh 31,000. Skip it if an official PlayStation licence matters to you; the WD Black SN850P 1TB at KSh 34,000 is the better fit. Skip it too if you install every big release, since the WD Black SN850P 2TB holds twice as much. PS4 owners should look at a USB external drive instead, as the PS4 has no M.2 slot.
Can I use the Verbatim Vi7000G in a gaming PC instead of a PS5?
Yes, Verbatim sells the Vi7000G for desktop PCs as well as the PlayStation 5, through any M.2 2280 slot with PCIe support. On a Gen4 motherboard you get its full 7,000MB/s read speed for game loading, video editing and large file transfers. Verbatim warns that the integrated heatsink may not fit every motherboard, and that removing it is not allowed, so check the clearance around your M.2 slot first. The heatsink makes it too thick for most laptops. Send us your motherboard model on WhatsApp and we will help you confirm the fit.
Is the Verbatim Vi7000G fast enough for PS5 games?
Yes, the Verbatim Vi7000G is fast enough to install and play PS5 games directly from the expansion slot. Its sequential read speed of up to 7,000MB/s sits above what the PS5 recommends for expansion drives, so games run from it the same way they do from internal storage. Load times feel the same as playing from the console's own drive in everyday use. Writes of up to 5,500MB/s also make moving games across from internal storage quick, which helps when you first reorganise your library after fitting it.
What does the DRAM cache on the Verbatim Vi7000G do?
The DRAM cache on the Verbatim Vi7000G is a small block of fast memory that stores the drive's map of where every file sits. With that map held in quick memory, the drive finds data faster and keeps speed steadier during long installs and big transfers. Cheaper drives without DRAM can slow down when handling many files at once. For a PS5 owner, this means smoother performance while a large game installs in the background. For a PC user, it helps with heavy multitasking and long file copies.
Technical Specifications
Core Function
- Internal PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 solid state drive — adds 1TB of fast storage to a PlayStation 5 or a desktop computer.
- PCIe Gen4 x4 interface — four high-bandwidth lanes, the current standard for fast SSDs on consoles and recent desktop motherboards.
- Plays PS5 games straight from the expansion slot — no need to copy titles back to internal storage before starting them.
- External DRAM cache onboard — fast memory that tracks file locations, keeping performance steady during long installs and large file copies.
- Integrated heatsink fitted by Verbatim — Verbatim says not to remove it, as it forms part of the drive's cooling design.
Performance
- Sequential read speed up to 7,000MB/s — the figure printed on the retail box, and the reason large game worlds load quickly.
- Sequential write speed up to 5,500MB/s — fresh installs and transfers between internal and expansion storage finish in short order.
- Random read up to 600K IOPS — handles hundreds of thousands of small file requests per second while a game loads its assets.
- Random write up to 800K IOPS — quick handling of small writes such as save files, patches and system cache updates.
- Endurance of 500TB written — installing a 100GB game every day would take nearly 14 years to reach that rating.
Compatibility
- Listed for both desktop PC and PlayStation 5 — one drive that can move from your console to a gaming tower later.
- PS5 use requires system software 21.02-04.00.00 or higher — any console kept up to date already meets this requirement.
- Fits the M.2 expansion slot in the original PS5, PlayStation 5 Slim and PlayStation 5 Pro, disc or digital editions.
- Desktop motherboards with an M.2 2280 PCIe slot — the heatsink may not clear every board, so check the space around the slot.
- Not for PS4, Xbox or most laptops — the PS4 has no M.2 slot, and the heatsink is too tall for slim laptops.
Build
- M.2 2280 form factor — 22mm wide and 80mm long, the most common SSD stick size on consoles and desktop motherboards.
- Bare drive dimensions of 80 x 22 x 2.3mm — the circuit board itself, before the heatsink adds its extra height.
- Complete product size of 80 x 23 x 9.8mm with the heatsink — low enough for the PS5 expansion slot cover to close.
- Weighs about 38.5g with the heatsink — solid metal cooling in a unit that still sits easily in your palm.
- Rated MTBF above 1,000,000 hours — mean time between failures, a reliability figure showing long expected service life under normal use.
Inclusions
- Verbatim Vi7000G internal SSD with its heatsink already attached — nothing to assemble before the drive goes into the slot.
- Quick Installation Guide in the box — step-by-step directions for fitting the drive in a console or desktop PC.
- Operating range of 0°C to 70°C stated in the documentation — comfortably covers normal room temperatures and long gaming sessions.
- No screwdriver supplied — a small Phillips screwdriver is needed to open the PS5 slot cover and fix the retaining screw.
- No cables or software needed — the M.2 slot powers the drive, and the PS5 or Windows formats it on first use.
Package Contents
The sealed Verbatim Vi7000G 1TB box contains the drive with its integrated heatsink already in place and a Quick Installation Guide that walks you through fitting it in a PS5 or a desktop PC. There are no cables, brackets or screws, because the console and most motherboards already provide the retaining screw. Have a small Phillips screwdriver ready. We can share a WhatsApp photo of the sealed box in stock before you order.
Warranty
Mascom International covers the Verbatim Vi7000G 1TB with a 6-month warranty for manufacturing defects under normal use. That includes a drive that fails or is no longer detected by your PS5 or desktop PC. Warranty claims are handled at our service desk in the Old Mutual Building, Nairobi CBD.
Where to Buy the Verbatim Vi7000G 1TB in Kenya
The Verbatim Vi7000G 1TB is ready for collection at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Our doors are open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Visit to examine the sealed box and compare it with the WD Black SN850P drives on display. The drive comes in a single standard finish; ask on WhatsApp for a photo of the unit in stock.
Contact Mascom International on any of these lines:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Every order ships pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. We deliver the same day within Nairobi and its environs, and within 1 business day to Kisumu, Machakos, Nyeri, Kakamega, Malindi and other major towns. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
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