Western Digital WD Blue SN5100 500GB M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD
- 500GB PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe Solid State Drive
- Sequential Read Speed Up to 6600MB/s & Write Up to 5600MB/s
- 3D NAND with 300TBW Endurance
- Compact M.2 2280 Design for Compatible Laptops & Desktops
Western Digital WD Blue SN5100 500GB M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD
Product Features
500GB NVMe Storage: The WD Blue SN5100 provides 500GB of solid-state storage for operating systems, applications, games, documents and other frequently accessed files.
PCIe Gen4 x4 Interface: The drive uses a PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe interface to provide high-speed storage performance for compatible desktop and laptop systems.
Up to 6600MB/s Sequential Read: The 500GB model delivers sequential read performance of up to 6600MB/s, supporting fast application loading, file access and responsive everyday computing.
Up to 5600MB/s Sequential Write: Sequential write performance of up to 5600MB/s enables faster file transfers and supports storage-intensive productivity workloads.
3D NAND Technology: The WD Blue SN5100 uses 3D NAND flash technology to provide high-speed solid-state storage in a compact M.2 form factor.
300TBW Endurance: The 500GB model has a specified endurance rating of 300TBW, supporting regular data writing and demanding everyday storage workloads.
1.5 Million Hours MTBF: The drive has a specified Mean Time Between Failures rating of 1.5 million hours.
Compact M.2 2280 Design: Measuring 80 x 22 x 2.38 mm, the SN5100 uses the widely adopted M.2 2280 form factor for installation in compatible systems.
Suitable for Productivity: Its PCIe Gen4 performance supports fast boot times, responsive applications, multitasking and efficient handling of files used in everyday productivity workloads.
Desktop Compatibility: The WD Blue SN5100 can be installed in compatible desktop motherboards equipped with an M.2 slot supporting PCIe NVMe storage.
Laptop Compatibility: Its compact design also makes it suitable for compatible laptops equipped with an M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe slot.
High-Speed Storage Upgrade: The combination of PCIe Gen4 connectivity and fast sequential performance makes the SN5100 suitable for upgrading compatible systems requiring faster internal storage.
Product Specifications
| Brand | Western Digital |
| Series | WD Blue |
| Model | SN5100 |
| Product Type | Internal NVMe Solid State Drive |
| Capacity | 500GB |
| Interface | PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe |
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 |
| NAND Flash | 3D NAND |
| Sequential Read Speed | Up to 6600MB/s |
| Sequential Write Speed | Up to 5600MB/s |
| Endurance | 300TBW |
| MTBF | 1.5 Million Hours |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 85°C |
| Dimensions | 80 x 22 x 2.38 mm |
| Installation | Internal |
| Compatibility | Compatible Desktops & Laptops with M.2 NVMe Slot |
Ideal For
- Laptop Storage Upgrades
- Desktop PC Storage Upgrades
- Everyday Computing
- Office & Productivity Applications
- Multitasking
- Content Creation
- Fast Boot & Application Loading
- File & Multimedia Storage
- PCIe Gen4 Compatible Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capacity of the WD Blue SN5100?
This WD Blue SN5100 model provides 500GB of NVMe solid-state storage.
What is the read speed of the WD Blue SN5100 500GB?
The 500GB model provides sequential read performance of up to 6600MB/s.
What is the write speed of the WD Blue SN5100 500GB?
The drive provides sequential write performance of up to 5600MB/s.
Is the WD Blue SN5100 a PCIe Gen4 SSD?
Yes. The WD Blue SN5100 uses a PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe interface.
What is the endurance of the WD Blue SN5100 500GB?
The provided specifications list an endurance rating of 300TBW for the 500GB model.
What is the form factor of the WD Blue SN5100?
The drive uses the M.2 2280 form factor and measures approximately 80 x 22 x 2.38 mm.
Can the WD Blue SN5100 be installed in a laptop?
Yes. It can be installed in compatible laptops equipped with an M.2 slot supporting PCIe NVMe SSDs.
Can the WD Blue SN5100 be used in a desktop PC?
Yes. It can be installed in compatible desktop motherboards equipped with an appropriate M.2 PCIe NVMe slot.

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