Western Digital recently released its latest storage solution for handheld gaming devices like the Asus ROG Ally and Steam Deck – the WD Black SN770M M.2 2230 SSD. Not to be confused with the SN770 (non-M), which is a full-sized 2280 M.2 SSD, the SN770M measures only 22mmx30mm. However, despite its tiny form factor, the SN770M is capable of up to 5,150MB/s sequential read and 4,850MB/s sequential write speeds. WD also offers a 5-year limited warranty or up to the TBW of the drive, depending on its capacity. Speaking of the capacity, the WD Black SN770M is available in 500GB, 1TB, and 2TB capacities. All are available now, and you can check out more details, including where to get one, from WD’s official news release below.
Western Digital Gives Gamers More Capacity for Their Favorite Handheld Gaming PC with New High-Performance Mobile Gaming NVMe SSD
To help consumers get the most out of their handheld gaming PC experience, WD_BLACK™ from Western Digital is introducing a new premium, high-performance M.2 2230 solution architected for today’s handheld PC gamer. Building upon the WD_BLACK legacy of performance storage for all kinds of competitive gamers, the company is introducing the WD_BLACK™ SN770M NVMe™ SSD.
According to a recent Gartner report, the handheld gaming console market is expected to reach 14.8M by 2027.* As the mobile gaming market continues to grow and more AAA titles are released, new and innovative storage solutions are being released and developed to ensure mobile gamers are able to make the most of their on-the-go gaming experience.
Eric Spanneut, vice president of client SSDs for Western Digital:
“With game sizes continually becoming larger, it’s easy for handheld game consoles to fill up over time with new games and regular updates,”. “The new WD_BLACK SN770M NVMe SSD boosts available storage up to 2TB and is specifically designed to handle the peak performance of demanding games for handheld gaming PCs.”
The WD_BLACK SN770M NVMe SSD in the small M.2 2230 form-factor gives consumers a way to expand their handheld gaming PC internal storage so they can take their game library anywhere they go. By offering a range of capacities, consumers now have more options to expand their game libraries, with up to 2TB of trusted Western Digital TLC 3D NAND. This new drive also offers an immersive experience with exclusive gaming features, including PCIe® Gen 4.0, Western Digital’s nCache™ 4.0 technology, and Microsoft’s DirectStorage support. This is a great option to supercharge compatible handheld devices, such as the ASUS™ ROG Ally™, with speeds up to 5,150 MB/s (1TB and 2TB models) for blazingly quick game installations and level loads.
Shawn Yen, vice president of gaming, ASUS:
“The ROG Ally takes handheld gaming to new heights. AAA game titles reach over 150GB in size, so play more of your best games by expanding your internal storage with the WD_BLACK™ SN770M, a gaming-optimized mobile SSD for the ROG Ally,”.Renato Fragale, senior director of product management, AMD:
“Our Ryzen Z1 Series processors are advancing the future of handheld gaming. The latest WD_BLACK SN770M NVMe SSDs will be yet another example of how AMD is working with leading partners to redefine the mobile gaming landscape,”. “Together, we are expanding the handheld gaming ecosystem by creating a new generation of powerful, portable, and affordable systems that deliver an exceptional experience no matter where you game.”
Pricing and Availability
The WD_BLACK SN770M NVMe SSD is available in 500GB, 1TB, and 2TB capacities and features Western Digital’s 5-year limited warranty. The SN770M M.2 2230 comes with an MSRP of $74.99 for 500GB, $109.99 for 1TB, and $219.99 for 2TB.
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500GB SN770M M.2 SSD is available on Amazon.com here.
WD Black SN770M Specifications
Features:
- Supercharge compatible handheld devices such as the ASUS™ ROG Ally™ and Valve® Steam® Deck for faster loading and installation
- Play more games wherever you are with up to 2TB of trusted Western Digital TLC 3D NAND storage.
- Exclusive gaming features including PCIe® Gen 4.0, Western Digital’s nCache 4.0 technology, and Microsoft’s DirectStorage Support
| Capacity | 500GB | 1TB | 2TB |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model Number | WDBDNH5000ABK-WRSN | WDBDNH0010BBK-WRSN | WDBDNH0020BBK-WRSN |
| Form Factor | M.2 2230 | M.2 2230 | M.2 2230 |
| Connector | M.2 | M.2 | M.2 |
| Sequential Read Performance | 5000MB/s | 5150MB/s | 5150MB/s |
| Sequential Write Performance | 4000MB/s | 4900MB/s | 4850MB/s |
| Random Read | 460K IOPS | 740K IOPS | 650K IOPS |
| Random Write | 800K IOPS | 800K IOPS | 800K IOPS |
| Interface | PCIe Gen4 x4 | PCIe Gen4 x4 | PCIe Gen4 x4 |
| Endurance (TBW) | 300 | 600 | 1200 |
| Warranty | 5-Year Limited Warranty | ||
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 1.18" x 0.87" x 0.09" | ||
| Weight | 2.8gms | ||
| Operating Temperature | 32°F to 185°F | ||
| Non-Operating Temperature | -40°F to 185°F | ||
| Compatibility | Computer with M.2 (M-key) port, capable of taking M.2 2230 form factor Windows® 10+ |
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