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SanDisk Optimus GX PRO 8100 1TB M.2 2280 internal SSD bare circuit board

SanDisk

SanDisk Optimus GX PRO 8100 1TB M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe 2.0 internal SSD SDSP82100TAN-000E0

SKU CH-X5BF-8VR43 MPN SDSP82100TAN-000E0

PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe 2.0 drive delivering 14,900 MB/s reads and 11,000 MB/s writes with 600 TBW endurance

  • Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Form FactorM.2 2280-S3-M
  • Capacity1TB
  • Memory Components3D NAND TLC
  • InterfacePCI-Express 5.0 x4
  • ProtocolNVMe 2.0

Option 1TB

  • Sequential read up to 14900 MBps loads massive projects fast
  • Sequential write up to 11000 MBps stores large files quickly
  • Random read up to 1600000 IOPS accelerates demanding AI workflows
  • Random write up to 2400000 IOPS handles write-intensive tasks smoothly
  • 600 TBW endurance rating supports heavy creator workloads

Target workloads

The SanDisk Optimus GX PRO 8100 is a 1 TB internal SSD built for professionals, creators and gamers who need PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe 2.0 bandwidth. 3D NAND TLC flash and the nCache 4.0 layer deliver sequential reads up to 14900 MBps and writes up to 11000 MBps. Random performance reaches 1600000 read IOPS and 2400000 write IOPS for responsive AI workloads and large game libraries.

Upgrade path

Moving from a PCIe 4.0 drive yields more than double the power efficiency at 6.2 W active read and 6.1 W active write. The 600 TBW endurance rating and 1750000 hour MTBF make the jump worthwhile for sustained write intensive tasks such as video editing or model training. The M.2 2280-S3-M form factor fits existing slots without a heatsink.

Sustained behaviour

Without a heatsink the controller manages thermals up to the 85 °C operating limit, so extended sessions throttle later than on Gen 4 designs. Idle power stays at 5 mW, keeping laptop battery drain low during background workloads. The 5.0 interface maintains consistent throughput across long transfers rather than peaking only in short bursts.

Highlights

  • Sequential read up to 14900 MBps loads massive projects fast
  • Sequential write up to 11000 MBps stores large files quickly
  • Random read up to 1600000 IOPS accelerates demanding AI workflows
  • Random write up to 2400000 IOPS handles write-intensive tasks smoothly
  • 600 TBW endurance rating supports heavy creator workloads

Specifications

BrandSanDisk
SeriesOptimus GX PRO 8100
ModelSDSP82100TAN-000E0
Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Form FactorM.2 2280-S3-M
Capacity1TB
Memory Components3D NAND TLC
InterfacePCI-Express 5.0 x4
ProtocolNVMe 2.0
Max Sequential ReadUp to 14900 MBps
Max Sequential WriteUp to 11000 MBps
4KB Random ReadUp to 1,600,000 IOPS
4KB Random WriteUp to 2,400,000 IOPS
Terabytes Written (TBW)600TB
MTBF1,750,000 hours
HeatSinkwithout HeatSink
Power Consumption (Idle)5 mW
Power Consumption (Active)Average Active Power Read: 6.2W
Average Active Power Write: 6.1W
Operating Temperature0°C ~ +85°C
Storage Temperature-40°C ~ +85°C
Max Shock Resistance1,500G @ 0.5 ms half-sine
Max Vibration ResistanceOperating Vibration: 5 gRMS, 10-2000 Hz, 3 axes
Non-operating Vibration: 4.9 gRMS, 7-800 Hz, 3 axes
Height2.38mm
Width22mm
Depth80mm
Weight7.5g
Shipping weight0.05 kg
Package size127 × 102 × 1 mm

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Questions about this item

Does the M.2 2280-S3-M form factor fit a standard motherboard M.2 slot?

Yes, the 2280-S3-M keying matches a standard M.2 2280 slot with an M-key interface.

What is the common installation mistake with this PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe 2.0 drive?

Installing it in a PCIe 4.0 or 3.0 slot limits the drive to the slower generation's bandwidth.

When should I expect to replace the drive based on its 600 TBW endurance rating?

The 600 TBW rating covers heavy write workloads; typical consumer use reaches this limit after many years.

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