SanDisk Optimus GX 7100M NVMe SSD (M.2 2230)
The SanDisk Optimus GX 7100M is a PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe SSD in the compact M.2 2230 form factor, built on the SanDisk A101-000171-A1 controller (DRAM-less/HMB) and 218-layer BiCS8 TLC NAND. It delivers sequential reads up to 7,250 MB/s and writes up to 6,900 MB/s. Reviewed by Tom's Hardware in August 2026, it was called "the best 2230 drive you can buy," making it a strong candidate for the Framework Laptop 12 and Framework Storage Expansion Cards1.
Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Form factor | M.2 2230 |
| Interface | PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe |
| Capacities | 1TB, 2TB |
| Controller | SanDisk A101-000171-A1 (DRAM-less/HMB) |
| NAND | 218-layer BiCS8 TLC |
| Sequential read | up to 7,250 MB/s |
| Sequential write | up to 6,900 MB/s |
| Random read | up to 1,000K IOPS |
| Random write | up to 1,300K IOPS |
| Sided | Single-sided |
| Price | $229.99 (1TB) / $449.99 (2TB)1 |
Framework Compatibility
| Model | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Framework Laptop 12 | Works | Only storage slot (2230) |
| Framework Laptop 16 (secondary slot) | Works | 2230 secondary slot |
| Framework Storage Expansion Card | Works | 2230 form factor |
| Framework Laptop 13 (all gens) | Works | With a 2230-to-2280 adapter in the primary slot |
| Framework Laptop 16 (primary) | Works | With a 2230-to-2280 adapter |
| Framework Desktop | Works | With a 2230-to-2280 adapter |
M.2 2230 drives are scarce, and high-end ones even more so. Tom's Hardware rated the Optimus GX 7100M as the best 2230 drive available as of its August 2026 review, with strong power efficiency that suits the thermally constrained 2230 environments of the Framework Laptop 12 and Storage Expansion Cards1.
Where to Buy
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