SN850X NVME M.2 SSD Without Heatsink?

Internal SSD SSD PLUS M.2 NVMe
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Hi,

I wanted to know if the SN850X M.2 NVME SSD have a DRAM cache ?

Its not specified if there is or isn’t in the datasheet..

Thank You

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Hi @tryllz ,

We are pleased to confirm that the WD_BLACK SN850X NVMe™ SSD is equipped with a dedicated DRAM cache. This onboard DRAM plays an important role in enhancing the drive’s overall performance by enabling faster data access, improved responsiveness, and more efficient handling of read/write operations.

The inclusion of DRAM cache is one of the key reasons why the SN850X is positioned as a high‑performance, premium SSD, suitable for demanding workloads such as gaming, content creation, and professional applications.

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Thanks for confirming @suruguri.chaithanya1,

It would have been best for this to be in the product datasheet to avoid consumer having to go around trying to clarify whether there is or isn’t a DRAM, even the support was unable to help..