Sandisk Optimus GX Pro 8100 NVMe Gen5 SSD 2TB with Heatsink

The SanDisk Optimus GX Pro 8100 NVMe Gen5 SSD 2TB with Heatsink delivers next generation storage performance for elite gaming setups and demanding creative workstations. Leveraging a high speed PCIe 5.0 x4 interface in an M.2 2280 form factor, it achieves sequential read speeds up to 14,900MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 14,000MB/s. Built with an integrated heatsink to prevent thermal throttling during sustained heavy workloads, it provides reliable endurance rated at 1,200 TBW.

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SANDISK Optimus GX PRO 8100 NVMe™ SSD - 2TB, M.2 2280, with Heatsink

Help Maximise Your Storage Performance with the SANDISK Optimus GX PRO 8100 PCIe® 5.0 NVMe™ SSD.

Professionals, creators, and gamers deserve optimal storage performance for demanding AI workflows and intense gaming sessions. The SANDISK Optimus GX PRO 8100 NVMe™ SSDs are designed to deliver exactly that. With groundbreaking PCIe® 5.0 storage performance, reach Sequential Read/Write speeds up to 14,900/14,000 MB/s (1MB/s = 1 million bytes per second. IOPS = input/output operations per second. Based on internal testing; performance may vary depending upon host device, usage conditions, drive capacity, and other factors.) (2TB (1GB = 1 billion bytes and 1TB = 1 trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment.) and 4TB (1GB = 1 billion bytes and 1TB = 1 trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment.) models). Seamlessly multitask with Random Read/Write speeds up to 2.3M/2.4M IOPS (1MB/s = 1 million bytes per second. IOPS = input/output operations per second. Based on internal testing; performance may vary depending upon host device, usage conditions, drive capacity, and other factors.) (2TB (1GB = 1 billion bytes and 1TB = 1 trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment.) and 4TB (1GB = 1 billion bytes and 1TB = 1 trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment.)), and transfer files faster thanks to integrated SANDISK nCache™ 4.0 technology. Store expansive game libraries and large digital assets with capacities up to 8TB (1GB = 1 billion bytes and 1TB = 1 trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment.) on M.2 2280 built with the 8th generation of the trusted SANDISK BiCS TLC 3D CBA NAND. Engineered to endure write intensive workflows, the SANDISK Optimus GX PRO 8100 SSD offers a 4,800 TBW (TBW (terabytes written) values calculated using JEDEC client workload (JESD219) and vary by product capacity) (8TB (1GB = 1 billion bytes and 1TB = 1 trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment.) model) endurance rating. Heatsink version is engineered to provide up to 5.5x longer (SANDISK Optimus GX PRO 8100 SSD (2TB model) with heatsink takes up to 5.5 times longer to throttle compared to the non-heatsink model at 60C ambient temperature. Based on internal testing; performance may vary depending upon host device, usage conditions, drive capacity, and other factors.) sustained performance for those extended working or gaming sessions. Ideal for compatible workstations, AI PCs, gamer PCs, and creator PCs.

• One of the fastest PCIe 5.0 SSDs available.
• Built to last with up to 4,800 TBW (8TB model).
• Sustain your workflow with efficient anodised aluminium Heatsink.
• 14,900MB/s Sequential Read Performance
• 5-Year Limited Warranty
• 2TB Capacity

One of the Fastest PCIe 5.0 Drives Out There

Whether you’re pushing the boundaries at work or play, the SANDISK Optimus GX PRO 8100 PCIe® 5.0 NVMe™ SSD with heatsink keeps up with you. Load and store massive assets, projects, and games thanks to blazingly fast Sequential Read/Write speeds of up to 14,900/14,000 MB/s (1MB/s = 1 million bytes per second. IOPS = input/output operations per second. Based on internal testing; performance may vary depending upon host device, usage conditions, drive capacity, and other factors.) (2TB (1GB = 1 billion bytes and 1TB = 1 trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment.) and 4TB (1GB = 1 billion bytes and 1TB = 1 trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment.) models).

Lightning-Fast Performance for Supercharged AI Workflows

AI models perform optimally with fast Random Read/Write speeds, and this SSD offers just that. With up to 2.3M/2.4M IOPS (1MB/s = 1 million bytes per second. IOPS = input/output operations per second. Based on internal testing; performance may vary depending upon host device, usage conditions, drive capacity, and other factors.) (2TB (1GB = 1 billion bytes and 1TB = 1 trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment.) and 4TB (1GB = 1 billion bytes and 1TB = 1 trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment.) models) and the integrated SANDISK nCache™ 4.0 technology, this SSD delivers blistering burst write performance for large file transfers.

Pushing Limits Demands Higher Storage Capacities

Application datasets, 8K video, full frame images, and AAA games have one thing in common: they can get massive. With capacities up to 8TB (1GB = 1 billion bytes and 1TB = 1 trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment.) on an M.2 2280 form factor built with the 8th generation of the trusted SANDISK BiCS TLC 3D CBA NAND, you have room for more.

Award-Winning Performance

Leading reviewers in the storage industry have named the SANDISK Optimus GX PRO 8100 SSD as one of the fastest, most powerful, and most efficient SSDs on the planet. (Rated 94/100 by PC Gamer – 2025 Editor’s Pick. Rated 4.5 Stars out of 5 by The SSD Review – 2025 Editor’s Choice. Rated 4.5 Stars out of 5 by Toms Hardware – 2025 Editor’s Choice. Rated 100% by TweakTown – 2025 Editor’s Choice Award. Awarded ‘Best of 2025’ by Storage Review, May 25th 2025.)

Running Fast and Staying Cool

With over 2x more power efficiency (1TB (1GB = 1 billion bytes and 1TB = 1 trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment.) – 4TB (1GB = 1 billion bytes and 1TB = 1 trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment.) models) than the PCIe® Gen 4.0 (Over 2x more power efficient than 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB SANDISK® Optimus™ GX PRO 850X NVMe™ SSDs.) SSD at an average operating power of 7.5W (1MB/s = 1 million bytes per second. IOPS = input/output operations per second. Based on internal testing; performance may vary depending upon host device, usage conditions, drive capacity, and other factors.) or under, your SSD stays cool and delivers high performance over a longer period.

Engineered to Endure Write-Intensive Workloads

With up to 4,800 TBW (TBW (terabytes written) values calculated using JEDEC client workload (JESD219) and vary by product capacity) (8TB (1GB = 1 billion bytes and 1TB = 1 trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment.) model) endurance rating, your drive is designed to handle heavy, write-intensive workloads, like scientific and financial simulation, 3D modelling, and AI production workflows.

Peace of Mind Comes Standard

This SSD comes with a 5-year limited warranty (See www.sandisk.com/support for additional details.) and support for TCG Opal v2.02 for data-at-rest encryption, (Requires motherboard BIOS or third-party software to enable.) allowing you to focus on what you do best.

Heatsink for Sustained High Performance

The SANDISK Optimus Heatsink is made with anodised aluminium, designed to efficiently channel heat away for up to 5.5x longer (SANDISK Optimus GX PRO 8100 SSD (2TB model) with heatsink takes up to 5.5 times longer to throttle compared to the non-heatsink model at 60C ambient temperature. Based on internal testing; performance may vary depending upon host device, usage conditions, drive capacity, and other factors.) sustained performance compared to without. Plus, the onboard programmable RGB LED lets you customise the look to match your rig.