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SanDisk

SanDisk Optimus GX PRO 850X 2TB M.2 2280-S3-M internal SSD SDSP81200TAH-000E0

SKU CH-FMWA-BD8DY MPN SDSP81200TAH-000E0

2TB PCI-Express 4.0 x4 internal SSD with integrated heatsink delivers up to 7300 MBps sequential read and 6600 MBps write for demanding workloads

  • Total capacity2 TB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 7,300 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 6,600 MB/s
  • Interface typePCI-Express 4.0 x4
  • Form factorM.2 2280-S3-M
  • Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Sequential read up to 7300 MBps speeds large file loads
  • Sequential write up to 6600 MBps accelerates content creation
  • Random read up to 1200000 IOPS keeps multitasking responsive
  • 1200TB written endurance supports heavy workloads
  • Built-in heatsink maintains performance under sustained use

PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD for demanding workloads

The SanDisk Optimus GX PRO 850X is a 2TB M.2 2280-S3-M drive built on 3D NAND TLC with a PCIe 4.0 x4 interface and NVMe 1.4 protocol. It delivers up to 7300 MBps sequential read and 6600 MBps sequential write alongside 1200000 IOPS random read and 1100000 IOPS random write. The 1200TB endurance rating and 1750000-hour MTBF suit heavy write workloads and long-term reliability needs.

Integrated heatsink keeps thermals in check

A factory-fitted heatsink manages heat during sustained transfers so the controller stays within its 0°C to 85°C operating window. Idle power draws only 5 mW while active averages reach 7.5W for reads and 7.0W for writes. With no moving parts the drive runs silently and resists shock up to 1500G and vibration up to 5 gRMS across three axes.

DRAM-less design uses SLC caching for speed

The absence of a DRAM buffer is offset by an SLC caching scheme that absorbs burst writes and maintains high throughput for typical consumer and prosumer tasks. NVMe 1.4 support enables standard namespace management and power-state transitions without extra software. The package includes only the drive and heatsink; no mounting screws, cables or proprietary utilities are bundled.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Internal NVMe & SATA SSDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $413.99
Pricier than about 76% of the 1,994 comparable items (median $180.49).
Total capacity 2 TB
Higher than about 70% of the 1,368 comparable items (median 1 TB).
Sequential read speed Up to 7,300 MB/s
Higher than about 87% of the 1,180 comparable items (median 2,400 MB/s).
Price per TB $207.00 per TB
Pricier than about 62% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSanDisk
Product lineOptimus GX PRO 850X
Model nameSDSP81200TAH-000E0
Total capacity2 TB
Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 7,300 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 6,600 MB/s
Random read (4K)Up to 1,200,000 IOPS
Random write (4K)Up to 1,100,000 IOPS
Storage
NAND flash type3D NAND TLC
Cache memoryNo DRAM (SLC)
Write endurance1200 TB
Connectivity
Connection protocolNVMe 1.4
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI-Express 4.0 x4
Power
Idle power draw5 mW
Active power drawAverage Active Power Read: 7.5 W
Average Active Power Write: 7.0 W
Size & build
Form factorM.2 2280-S3-M
Heat sinkWith HeatSink
Overall height8.9 mm
Overall width23 mm
Product depth80 mm
Product weight24g
Shipping weight0.05 kg
Package size127 × 102 × 1 mm
Environment & compliance
Operating temperature range0 °C to 85 °C
Storage temperature range-40 °C to 85 °C
Max shock tolerance1,500G @ 0.5 ms half-sine
Vibration toleranceOperating Vibration: 5 gRMS, 10-2000 Hz, 3 axes
Non-operating Vibration: 4.9 gRMS, 7-800 Hz, 3 axes
More details
Mean time between failures1,750,000 h

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Questions about this item

How do I install the M.2 2280-S3-M drive and what step do people get wrong?

Insert the drive at a 30-degree angle into the PCI-Express 4.0 x4 slot until the gold contacts disappear, then press down and secure with the single motherboard screw; the common error is tightening the screw before the drive is fully seated, which can bend the PCB.

What maintenance or replacement will the 3D NAND TLC SSD need later?

No scheduled maintenance is required; monitor the 1200TB TBW counter in SMART tools and replace the drive when the percentage approaches 100 per cent or if the media‑error count rises.

What limit appears first under sustained heavy writes on this PCI-Express 4.0 x4 drive?

The controller will throttle write speed once the NAND temperature nears the 85°C operating limit, reducing throughput until the heatsink brings the temperature back down.

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