Predator SSD GM9 2TB
2TB · PCIe 4.0 NVMe · PassMark #57
NVMe WD BLACK SN8100 2TB
2TB · PCIe 5.0 NVMe · 14,900 MB/s read · PassMark #56
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Predator SSD GM9 2TB lands at 72 and NVMe WD BLACK SN8100 2TB at 72. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Predator SSD GM9 2TB if…
- ✓Capable NVMe drive at PassMark rank #57
Pick NVMe WD BLACK SN8100 2TB if…
- ✓Capable NVMe drive at PassMark rank #56
- ✓PCIe 5.0 interface for next-gen platforms (AM5, LGA 1851)
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testValue for money
Predator SSD GM9 2TBSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Predator SSD GM9 2TB more score per dollar ($200 vs $279).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Predator SSD GM9 2TB | NVMe WD BLACK SN8100 2TB |
|---|---|---|
| Form factor | M.2 2280 (single-sided) | M.2 2280 (single-sided) |
| Interface | PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe | PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe 2.0 |
| Sequential read | 14,500 MB/s | 14,900 MB/s |
| Sequential write | 10,000 MB/s | 14,000 MB/s |
| Controller | MaxioTek MAP1806A | SanDisk-tuned Silicon Motion SM2508 (6nm, quad Cortex-R8) |
| NAND | 232-layer Micron B58R 3D TLC | 218-layer BiCS8 CBA 3D TLC |
| DRAM | DRAM-less (HMB; controller does not support DRAM) | yes (onboard DRAM) |
| Endurance | 1,200 TBW | 1,200 TBW |
| Warranty | 5 years | 5 years |
| PassMark Disk Score | 75,863 | 75,912 |
| PassMark rank | #57 of 100 consumer SSDs | #56 of 100 consumer SSDs |
| Random read | — | 2,300,000 IOPS |
| Random write | — | 2,400,000 IOPS |
Predator SSD GM9 2TB
- +Capable NVMe drive at PassMark rank #57
- −DRAM-less controllers on lower-tier variants may throttle under sustained writes
- −Newer drives out-perform this generation on sequential + random 4K
NVMe WD BLACK SN8100 2TB
- +Capable NVMe drive at PassMark rank #56
- +PCIe 5.0 interface for next-gen platforms (AM5, LGA 1851)
- −PCIe 5.0 drives run hot — heatsink or motherboard M.2 cooling recommended
- −Newer drives out-perform this generation on sequential + random 4K
FAQ: Predator SSD GM9 2TB vs NVMe WD BLACK SN8100 2TB
Which is better, Predator SSD GM9 2TB or NVMe WD BLACK SN8100 2TB? +
Both score 72 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Predator SSD GM9 2TB worth the price? +
At $200, Predator SSD GM9 2TB delivers a Specdex score of 72 — strongest in passmark_disk.
Is NVMe WD BLACK SN8100 2TB worth the price? +
At $279, NVMe WD BLACK SN8100 2TB delivers a Specdex score of 72 — strongest in passmark_disk.
Does Predator SSD GM9 2TB or NVMe WD BLACK SN8100 2TB last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is the better value, Predator SSD GM9 2TB or NVMe WD BLACK SN8100 2TB? +
Predator SSD GM9 2TB — more score per dollar ($200 vs $279). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.