WD Launches 4TB microSDUC, 8TB SDUC & 16TB SSDs
- Western Digital is broadening its storage lineup with the introduction of high-capacity solutions, including a 16 TB SanDisk Desk Drive and a 16 TB portable SSD under the...
- The SanDisk Ultra-branded microSDUC and SDUC cards are rated for UHS-I speeds.
- The 16 TB portable SSD, housed in a SanDisk Extreme enclosure, was showcased as a technology demonstration.
Western Digital ups the ante on storage with the launch of a 16TB SanDisk Desk Drive, 16TB portable SSD, a 4TB microSDUC, and an 8TB SDUC card.Leveraging cutting-edge BiCS8 218-layer 3D NAND technology, these new offerings from the storage giant promise massive capacity for demanding client and enterprise applications. The SanDisk Ultra-branded microSDUC and SDUC cards are designed for UHS-I speeds, providing robust performance. News Directory 3 reports on the expansion of western Digital’s already impressive range. As the 16TB Desk Drive and the portable SSD are expected too hit retail soon, storage enthusiasts eagerly await the next generation of high-density solutions. Discover what’s next with Western Digital’s latest innovations.
Western digital Expands Storage Options with High-Capacity SSDs, microSD Cards
Updated May 31, 2025
Western Digital is broadening its storage lineup with the introduction of high-capacity solutions, including a 16 TB SanDisk Desk Drive and a 16 TB portable SSD under the SanDisk Extreme Pro label. These new drives, along with 4 TB microSDUC and 8 TB SDUC cards, utilize the company’s BiCS8 218-layer 3D NAND technology.
The SanDisk Ultra-branded microSDUC and SDUC cards are rated for UHS-I speeds. The Desk Drive, already available in capacities up to 8 TB, will soon feature a 16 TB version. The current Desk Drive models use TLC NAND,but it remains uncertain if the 16 TB version will use QLC NAND.
The 16 TB portable SSD, housed in a SanDisk Extreme enclosure, was showcased as a technology demonstration. its release would mark the highest capacity bus-powered portable SSD available.
What’s next
Western Digital is expected to release the 16 TB SanDisk Desk Drive to retail soon, with the portable SSD version likely to follow. These high-capacity storage options cater to both client and enterprise needs.