Sabrent Rocket 5
#4 in NVMe PCIe M.2 SSDs · Rated 4.5
PCIe 5.0 Gen5 NVMe with up to 14 GB/s reads
Rocket 5 is Sabrent’s flagship PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD, designed to exploit the Gen5 bandwidth with up to 14 GB/s read and 12 GB/s write on higher capacities. It targets enthusiasts, creators, and professionals who need extreme transfer rates for large media projects, fast asset transfers, and accelerated data workflows. The drive ships in 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB variants and supports DirectStorage optimization, with an emphasis on robust performance even under sustained workloads when properly cooled. Sabrent emphasizes compatibility with Windows, macOS, and Linux, and it offers both a standalone drive and optional heatsinks for thermal management. The Rocket 5 line has been a talking point for Gen5 storage adoption since its debut.
Features
- PCIe Gen5 x4 NVMe interface
- Up to ~14 GB/s read; ~12 GB/s write (depending on capacity)
- DirectStorage optimized firmware
- Backward compatible with older PCIe generations
- 5‑year warranty
Pros
- Highest Gen5 sequential speeds among mainstream drives
- Strong DirectStorage support for gaming pipelines
- Flexible cooling options and heatsink accessories
Cons
- Premium price; thermals matter under heavy load
- Early Gen5 adoption may require newer platforms