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WD_BLACK SN7100 1TB NVMe Internal SSD | PCIe Gen4 M.2 2280, 7,250 MB/s Read, 600 TBW
Single-sided Sandisk-powered storage upgrade for gaming laptops, desktops, and handheld consoles, available now from Mascom International in Nairobi
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The WD_BLACK SN7100 1TB NVMe SSD is now in stock at Mascom International for KSh 24,500, ready to drop into your laptop, desktop, or handheld console. This PCIe Gen4 M.2 2280 drive reads at up to 7,250 MB/s and writes at up to 6,900 MB/s, with a 600 TBW endurance rating across its lifespan. Built on Sandisk TLC 3D NAND, the WD_BLACK SN7100 1TB carries a five-year manufacturer warranty from Western Digital. You can collect it at our store inside Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, or order it for countrywide delivery.
Gamers, video editors, and software developers across Kenya hit the same wall: a full storage drive that slows boot times and stalls large file transfers. The WD_BLACK SN7100 1TB solves this with 1TB of room and sequential speeds roughly twelve times faster than a SATA SSD. Content creators in Nairobi and Kisumu fit dozens of 4K project files alongside their game library. Software developers running virtual machines and large code repositories load projects in seconds. The single-sided board slips into thin laptops, the PS5 expansion slot, and handhelds like the Steam Deck, ASUS ROG Ally, and Lenovo Legion Go.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that stock unbranded or grey-market drives, Mascom International supplies the genuine WD_BLACK SN7100 1TB with full Western Digital warranty backing. Customers across Nairobi report noticeably shorter game load times and faster Windows boots after swapping in the WD_BLACK SN7100. At Mascom International, we're seeing strong demand from PC builders and console owners upgrading from cramped 256GB and 512GB drives. Visit our Nairobi CBD store to confirm compatibility with your machine before you buy, or order online with pay-on-arrival delivery to any of Kenya's 47 counties.
Common Questions About the WD_BLACK SN7100 1TB
Is the WD_BLACK SN7100 1TB worth KSh 24,500 in Kenya?
Yes, for most gamers and creators the WD_BLACK SN7100 1TB is strong value at KSh 24,500. You get 1TB of Gen4 storage, read speeds up to 7,250 MB/s, and a five-year warranty for less than higher-tier drives like the SN850X cost. The drive is DRAM-less, which trims the price without hurting everyday gaming or productivity speed. For a daily boot and game drive, the SN7100 feels nearly identical to pricier options. Heavy sustained-write workloads are the only case where a DRAM-equipped drive pulls ahead.
Will the WD_BLACK SN7100 work in my PS5?
Yes, the WD_BLACK SN7100 1TB meets Sony's PS5 requirements: PCIe Gen4 NVMe, M.2 2280 form factor, and read speeds above the 5,500 MB/s minimum. One detail matters: the SN7100 ships as a bare drive without a heatsink. Sony recommends a heatsink for drives in the PS5 expansion bay, so add an inexpensive M.2 2280 heatsink before installing. Mascom International stocks compatible heatsinks separately. Once fitted, the WD_BLACK SN7100 expands your PS5 by 1TB, holding roughly 15 to 20 large current-generation games.
How fast is the WD_BLACK SN7100 versus a hard drive or SATA SSD?
The WD_BLACK SN7100 1TB reads at up to 7,250 MB/s, around twelve times faster than a typical SATA SSD at 550 MB/s and over 50 times faster than a 5,400 RPM hard drive. In practice, Windows boots in seconds, large games load far quicker, and copying a 50GB video project finishes in under ten seconds rather than minutes. Random read speed reaches 1,000K IOPS, which matters most when opening many small files at once, such as launching games or editing photo libraries.
Does the WD_BLACK SN7100 1TB fit gaming laptops and handhelds?
Yes. TheWD_BLACK SN7100 1TB uses a single-sided M.2 2280 board, so it fits thin gaming laptops and handheld consoles where double-sided drives do not. It works in the Steam Deck, ASUS ROG Ally, Lenovo Legion Go, and most modern laptops with a Gen4 M.2 slot. Western Digital rates it at up to twice the power efficiency of the previous generation under some loads, which helps handheld battery life. Check your device manual to confirm it accepts 2280-length drives before ordering.
How long will the WD_BLACK SN7100 1TB last?
The WD_BLACK SN7100 1TB carries a 600 TBW (terabytes written) endurance rating and a five-year limited warranty from Western Digital. In real terms, 600 TBW means you could write around 330GB every day for five years before reaching the rated limit. Most gamers and office users write a small fraction of that, so the drive comfortably outlasts the warranty period under normal use. The mean time to failure is rated in the millions of hours. For a boot and gaming drive, the SN7100 lasts well beyond a typical PC's lifespan.
What is the difference between the SN7100 and the WD_BLACK SN850X?
The main difference is DRAM. The WD_BLACK SN850X includes a dedicated DRAM cache and pushes reads to 7,300 MB/s, while the SN7100 is DRAM-less at 7,250 MB/s and costs less. For gaming and daily use, the two feel nearly identical because the SN7100 borrows system memory through a host memory buffer to stay quick. The SN850X pulls ahead in long sustained writes and heavy professional workloads. If you want fast gaming storage at a lower price, the SN7100 is the better-value pick at KSh 24,500.
Do I need a heatsink for the WD_BLACK SN7100?
In most laptops and desktops, no. The WD_BLACK SN7100 1TB runs cooler than many Gen4 drives thanks to its efficient controller, and most motherboards include an M.2 heat spreader that handles it. You only need an added heatsink for a PS5, where Sony requires one, or for sustained heavy-write tasks like video rendering in a hot case. For typical gaming and office work in Kenya's climate, the drive's own thermal throttling protects your data without extra cooling hardware.
How hard is it to install the WD_BLACK SN7100?
Installation takes about five minutes with a single Phillips screwdriver. Power down your PC or console, open the M.2 slot, insert the WD_BLACK SN7100 1TB at an angle, press it flat, and secure the small screw. On Windows, format the drive through Disk Management, then move games or files across. Western Digital's free Dashboard app monitors drive health and firmware. If you would rather not open your device, Mascom International's Nairobi CBD service desk can install and clone your existing drive for you.
Technical Specifications
Read and Write Performance
- Sequential read speed of up to 7,250 MB/s loads large games and project files in seconds, not minutes
- Sequential write speed of up to 6,900 MB/s copies big video and backup files quickly across the drive
- Random read performance of 1,000K IOPS speeds up opening many small files when launching games or apps
- Random write performance of 1,400K IOPS keeps the system responsive during installs, updates, and multitasking
- PCIe Gen4 x4 interface roughly doubles the bandwidth of older Gen3 drives for noticeably faster transfers
- Real-world speed depends on your motherboard slot offering full Gen4 x4 lanes rather than shared or Gen3 lanes
Storage Capacity and Endurance
- 1TB usable capacity holds around 15 to 20 large modern games or thousands of photos and documents
- 600 TBW endurance rating means you can write 330GB daily for five years before reaching the limit
- Five-year limited warranty from Western Digital covers the drive far longer than most laptops stay in service
- High mean-time-to-failure rating in the millions of hours points to dependable long-term storage for daily use
- Sandisk TLC 3D NAND balances capacity, speed, and lifespan better than cheaper QLC drives sold by some retailers
- Spare area is reserved internally for wear levelling, keeping write speed steady as the drive fills up
Controller and NAND Architecture
- Sandisk in-house controller manages data traffic efficiently and keeps the drive cool without a separate fan
- Sandisk's latest TLC 3D NAND flash stores three bits per cell for a strong capacity-to-cost balance
- DRAM-less design lowers the price while a host memory buffer borrows system RAM to maintain quick access times
- Stacked 3D NAND layers pack more storage into the small M.2 board than older planar memory could
- The controller handles error correction in the background, protecting your saved files against bit-level data loss
- Firmware tuning lets the 1TB and 2TB models hit higher rated speeds than the 500GB version
System Compatibility and Form Factor
- M.2 2280 form factor fits the standard slot in most desktops, laptops, and mini-PCs sold today
- Single-sided board slips into thin laptops and handheld consoles that reject thicker double-sided drives
- PS5 compatible when paired with an M.2 heatsink, adding 1TB to Sony's console storage bay
- Works in the Steam Deck, ASUS ROG Ally, and Lenovo Legion Go for expanded handheld game libraries
- NVMe 1.4 over PCIe Gen4 is recognised by Windows 10, Windows 11, and Linux without extra drivers
- Backward compatible with PCIe Gen3 slots, running at Gen3 speeds if your system lacks Gen4 support
Power Efficiency and Thermal Behaviour
- Up to twice the power efficiency of the previous WD_BLACK generation extends battery life in laptops and handhelds
- Lower power draw produces less heat, helping the drive avoid throttling inside compact, poorly ventilated chassis
- Built-in thermal throttling briefly slows the drive under extreme heat to protect your data and hardware
- No heatsink is required in most laptops and desktops thanks to the efficient controller and steady temperatures
- Cooler operation suits Kenya's warmer Mombasa, Kisumu, and Nairobi climates without added cooling hardware in most builds
- Idle power management drops consumption during light use, saving battery on portable gaming and work sessions
Drive Management and Software
- Free WD_BLACK Dashboard app for Windows monitors drive health, temperature, and remaining lifespan at a glance
- Dashboard firmware updates keep the drive current with stability and compatibility fixes from Western Digital
- Drive health alerts warn you early if the SSD nears its endurance limit, guarding against sudden data loss
- Acronis clone software, a free download for WD drives, copies your old drive's contents during an upgrade
- Gaming Mode within the Dashboard prioritises drive resources for smoother frame delivery during demanding titles
- Compatible with standard Windows tools like Disk Management for formatting and partitioning without third-party software
Package Contents
- WD_BLACK SN7100 1TB NVMe SSD (single M.2 2280 module)
- Quick install guide and warranty documentation
Note:Internal SSDs ship as the bare drive only there is no cable, screw, or heatsink in the box, since the mounting hardware lives on your motherboard, laptop, or console. The WD_BLACK Dashboard and Acronis clone software are free downloads from Western Digital's website. Mascom International stocks M.2 mounting screws and heatsinks separately if your system or PS5 needs them.
Warranty
The WD_BLACK SN7100 1TB carries a five-year limited manufacturer warranty from Western Digital, covering defects under normal use up to the 600 TBW endurance rating. Mascom International handles warranty claims directly from our Nairobi CBD service desk, coordinating with Western Digital on your behalf so you avoid shipping the drive abroad yourself.
Where to Buy the WD_BLACK SN7100 1TB in Kenya
The WD_BLACK SN7100 1TB NVMe SSD is available now at Mascom International, located at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. Visit our store Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, to confirm compatibility with your laptop, desktop, or console before purchase. We also stock the 500GB and 2TB SN7100 capacities, plus M.2 heatsinks for PS5 installs.
Order through any of the following:
- Phone: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Mascom International ships the WD_BLACK SN7100 across all 47 Kenyan counties with pay-on-arrival delivery you pay only when the drive reaches you. Nairobi and its environs receive same-day delivery. Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Eldoret receive the drive within one business day, while Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive it within two to three business days.
The WD_BLACK SN7100 1TB carries a five-year limited Western Digital warranty, with claims handled at our Nairobi CBD service desk. Buyers across Kenya rely on Mascom International for genuine storage hardware, accurate specifications, and honest pricing on every drive we stock.
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