Sabrent - Rocket 5 2TB vs WD - Black SN850P 2TB (for PS5)
Between the Rocket 5 2TB and Black SN850P 2TB (for PS5), the Rocket 5 2TB comes out ahead in sequential read / sequential write, while the Black SN850P 2TB (for PS5) wins on several specs. Overall, the Rocket 5 2TB scores 88.2 and the Black SN850P 2TB (for PS5) scores 69.4 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The Rocket 5 2TB is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 18.8 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
Pick the Rocket 5 2TB if you care most about sequential read / sequential write. The biggest gaps in its favor are sequential read, sequential write, interface.
The Black SN850P 2TB (for PS5) similarly does not carry a headline advantage on the popular specs — look at the full table for category-specific deltas.
Both ship with comparable capacity, endurance (tbw), so those specs do not separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the Rocket 5 2TB is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why Sabrent - Rocket 5 2TB wins
- ▲Sequential read — 91.78% more. 14000 MB/s vs 7300 MB/s.
- ▲Sequential write — 81.82% more. 12000 MB/s vs 6600 MB/s.
- ▲Interface: PCIe 5.0 x4 (vs PCIe 4.0 x4).
Why WD - Black SN850P 2TB (for PS5) wins
- No decisive advantages.
Spec comparison
Capacity
| Spec | Sabrent - Rocket 5 2TB | WD - Black SN850P 2TB (for PS5) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 2000 GB | 2000 GB |
Performance
| Spec | Sabrent - Rocket 5 2TB | WD - Black SN850P 2TB (for PS5) |
|---|---|---|
| Sequential read | 14000 MB/slead | 7300 MB/s |
| Sequential write | 12000 MB/slead | 6600 MB/s |
| Interface | PCIe 5.0 x4lead | PCIe 4.0 x4 |
| Form factor | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 |
Endurance
| Spec | Sabrent - Rocket 5 2TB | WD - Black SN850P 2TB (for PS5) |
|---|---|---|
| Endurance (TBW)ⓘ | 1200 | 1200 |
| Warranty | 5 yrs | 5 yrs |
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