7100 MB/s SSD Speed Explained: Why 7,100 Read and 6,800 Write Matter

Tired of watching loading bars crawl across your screen while your mates are already dropping into the action? We've all been there. Those massive open-world games and high-resolution textures demand serious speed. When you see specs like 7100 MB/s SSD speed, it's not just a random number... it's the key to obliterating wait times and unlocking instant-on performance. Let's break down why these lightning-fast drives are becoming essential for any serious PC build in South Africa.

Kingston Fury Renegade 4TB PCIe Gen 4.0 NVMe M.2 Internal Gaming SSD with Heat Sink | PS5 Ready | Up to 7300MB/s | SFYRDK/4000G

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ADATA SD810 4000G IP68 Water Resistance Up to 2000 MB/s USB 3.2 Gen 2 USB-C External Solid State Drive - Black for iPhone 15/Pro/Max, Android / SD810-4000G-CBK

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Kingston KC3000 PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 1TB SSD - High-Performance Storage for Desktop and Laptop PCs / SKC3000S/1024G

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ADATA SU650 512GB 3D-NAND SATA 2.5 inch Internal SSD / ASU650SS-512GT-R

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Corsair MP700 PRO with Air Cooler 4TB M.2 PCIe Gen5 x4 NVMe 2.0 SSD – M.2 2280 – Up to 14,000MB/sec Sequential Read – High-Density TLC NAND – Black / CSSD-F4000GBMP700PROS

R13199.00In Stock

KLEVV CRAS C910 1TB M.2 NVMe PCIe Gen4x4 Internal SSD with Heatsink, up to 5000MB/s (K01TBM2SP0-C91)

R999.00In Stock

What Do 7,100 MB/s Read and 6,800 MB/s Write Speeds Actually Mean?

At its core, SSD performance is split into two key metrics: read speed and write speed. Think of it like this: reading is pulling data from the drive, while writing is putting data onto the drive. The 7100 MB/s SSD speed figure you see advertised is almost always the sequential read speed, which is crucial for launching games and loading levels.

The Power of Read Speed: Loading at Ludicrous Speed ⚡

A read speed of 7,100 megabytes per second is blisteringly fast. To put it in perspective, a traditional hard drive might manage 150 MB/s, and an older SATA SSD around 550 MB/s. This new generation of PCIe 4.0 NVMe drives is over 12 times faster than a standard SSD.

For you, the gamer, this means:

• Vanishing Load Screens: Games like Starfield or Cyberpunk 2077 load massive environments in seconds, not minutes.
• Instant Asset Streaming: In-game textures pop in instantly, eliminating that ugly, low-res stutter as you sprint through the world.
• Snappier System: Your whole operating system feels more responsive, from booting up to opening applications.

The Importance of Write Speed: Saving and Installing Faster

While the 7,100 MB/s read speed gets the spotlight, the 6,800 MB/s write speed is just as vital. This is how quickly the drive can save new information. A high write speed is a massive quality-of-life improvement for installing huge games, saving large video project files, or transferring massive folders. When you're looking at high-capacity 2TB NVMe SSDs, a strong write speed ensures the drive is balanced for all tasks.

Dahua L7 M.2 512GB NVMe SSD / Read: Up to 1,050 MB/s Write: Up to 895 MB/s / Shock-resistant and drop-resistant design / Aluminum body with heat dissipation / Dual Type-C/Type-A cable included / DHI-PSSD-L7-512GB

R899.00In Stock

Western Digital 1TB WD Blue SN5000 NVMe Internal Solid State Drive SSD - PCIe Gen 4.0, M.2 2280, Up to 5,150 MB/s / WDS100T4B0E

R1999.00In Stock

Kingston XS1000 2TB SSD / Pocket-Sized / USB 3.2 Gen 2 / External Solid State Drive / Up to 1050MB/s / SXS1000/2000G

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Western Digital Blue SA510 2TB 2.5" Solid State Drive (SSD) / Superior Performance / Multitasking / WD F.I.T. Lab Certified / WDS200T3B0A

R2499.00In Stock

ADATA XPG GAMMIX S55 1TB NVMe PCIe Gen4 x 4 M.2, R/W Speed up to 5,000/3,700MB/s, Internal Solid State Drive Great for Steam Deck, Microsoft Surface and Gaming Consoles / SGAMMIXS55-1T-C

R2499.00In Stock

Corsair MP600 PRO NH 8TB PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe M.2 SSD – High-Density TLC NAND – M.2 2280 – DirectStorage Compatible - Up to 7,000MB/sec - No Heatsink - Black / CSSD-F8000GBMP600PNH

R22999.00In Stock

Is a 7100 MB/s SSD Worth It for Gaming?

Absolutely. While older games might not use the full bandwidth, modern titles built with technologies like Microsoft's DirectStorage are specifically designed to leverage this incredible speed. Upgrading to a drive that delivers this level of performance is one of the most noticeable upgrades you can make to your gaming rig. It directly translates to less waiting and more playing. 🚀

Top-tier manufacturers are constantly pushing the envelope. Performance drives from brands like ADATA are engineered to sustain these speeds under heavy gaming loads, ensuring you get consistent, top-tier performance when it matters most.

Beyond Gaming: The Benefits for Creators and Power Users

XPG 4TB GAMMIX S70 Blade PCIe Gen4 M.2 2280 Internal Gaming SSD Up to 7,400 MB/s - Works with Playstation 5 / AGAMMIXS70B-4T-CS

R6999.00In Stock

KLEVV CRAS C910G 1TB M.2 NVMe PCIe Gen4x4 Internal SSD / Up to 5000MB/s Read Speed / Up to 4800MB/s Write Speed / Graphene-copper heatsink for stable cooling / S.M.A.R.T. monitors drive condition / LDPC ECC extends SSD lifespan / K01TBM2SP0-10G

R1899.00In Stock

Western Digital SN8100 4TB NVMe Internal Solid State Drive with Heatsink / Read Speeds up to 14,900 MB/s / Write Speeds up to 14,000 MB/s / TCG Opal Security Encryption / nCache™ 4.0, Game Mode, and Adaptive Cooling / Includes SanDisk Dashboard & Acronis® True Image™ Software / WDS400T1XHM

R10499.00In Stock

Western Digital SN8100 NVMe Internal Solid State Drive - 2TB / Sequential Read, Write Performance - 14900MB/s, 14000MB/s / PCIe Gen 5 / WDS200T1X0M

R5499.00In Stock

Western Digital 500GB WD Blue SN5000 NVMe Internal Solid State Drive SSD / PCIe Gen 4.0, M.2 2280 / Up to 5,000MB/s Read Speed / Up to 4,000MB/s Write Speed / WDS500G4B0E

R899.00In Stock

Kingston SNV3S 1TB NVMe SSD / Up to 6,000MB/s Read / Up to 4,000MB/s Write / PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe / M.2 2230 Form Factor / SNV3SM3/1T0

R1999.00In Stock

This level of performance isn't just for gamers. Video editors, 3D artists, and software developers in SA see huge workflow improvements.

• Video Editing: Scrubbing through 4K or even 8K timelines becomes buttery smooth, with no stutter or dropped frames.
• File Transfers: Moving gigabytes of photos or project assets between folders takes mere seconds.
• Compiling Code: Large software projects compile significantly faster, saving valuable development time.

Whether you're looking for the ultimate gaming edge or a serious productivity boost, the investment in a high-speed drive pays off every single day. You can find many reliable options from Kingston that deliver an excellent balance of speed and endurance for any workload. The technology has matured, with proven contenders from brands like Corsair offering a fantastic path to next-level storage performance.