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Samsung 990 EVO Plus SSD 1TB, PCIe Gen 4x4, Gen 5x2 M.2 2280, Speeds Up-to 7,250 MB/s, Upgrade Storage for PC/Laptops, HMB Technology and Intelligent Turbowrite 2.0, (MZ-V9S1T0B/AM)

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Samsung 990 EVO Plus SSD 1TB, PCIe Gen 4x4, Gen 5x2 M.2 2280, Speeds Up-to 7,250 MB/s, Upgrade Storage for PC/Laptops, HMB Technology and Intelligent Turbowrite 2.0, (MZ-V9S1T0B/AM)

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· GROUNDBREAKING READ/WRITE SPEEDS: The 990 EVO Plus features the latest NAND memory, boosting sequential read/write speeds up to 7,250/6,300MB/s*. Ideal for huge file transfers and finishing tasks faster than ever. · LARGE STORAGE CAPACITY: Harness the full power of your drive with Intelligent TurboWrite2.0's enhanced large-file performance—now available in a 4TB capacity. · EXCEPTIONAL THERMAL CONTROL: Keep your cool as you work—or play—without worrying about overheating or battery life. The efficiency-boosting nickel-coated controller allows the 990 EVO Plus to utilize less power while achieving similar performance. · OPTIMIZED PERFORMANCE: Optimized to support the latest technology for SSDs—990 EVO Plus is compatible with PCIe 4.0 x4 and PCIe 5.0 x2. This means you get more bandwidth and higher data processing and performance. · NEVER MISS AN UPDATE: Your 990 EVO Plus SSD performs like new with the always up-to-date Magician Software. Stay up to speed with the latest firmware updates, extra encryption, and continual monitoring of your drive health–it works like a charm.

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DSReviewed in the United States on February 18, 2025

After encountering numerous negative reviews, including from Amazon Vine reviewers who seemed unfamiliar with how to assess an SSD or handle it properly, I decided to purchase two Samsung 990 Evo Plus 2TB drives. I intended to use them in both of my Intel NUC 12 Extreme systems, specifically in the rear slot, which tends to get quite hot due to limited ventilation and its proximity to other high-heat components on the PCB. I wanted to ensure optimal temperatures for these drives under real-world conditions. First, to address a common misconception: NO, the Samsung 990 Evo Plus does NOT include a screw. NVME SSDs do not come with screws, and the screws must be provided by your laptop or PC. Additionally, it’s important to note that for both the 1TB and 2TB variants of this drive, there must be only one NAND chip. This isn’t an issue of quality control; the number of NAND chips correlates directly with the capacity of the drive. Now, on to the performance. Samsung has finally developed a DRAM-less SSD that avoids previous pitfalls. Unlike its predecessors, the Samsung 980 and 990 Evo, the new 990 Evo Plus is a strong competitor in the PCIe 4.0 SSD market, going head-to-head with drives utilizing controllers from Phison, Maxio, or Innogrit. This success is largely due to the integration of modern eighth-generation flash memory. The 990 Evo Plus delivers notable improvements over the 990 Evo, outperforming it under most conditions and, in some cases, approaching the performance of the Samsung 990 Pro. That being said, it’s not flawless. The performance of the 990 Evo Plus can be hindered by the lower-spec Piccolo controller, particularly during file copying. In these instances, it behaves similarly to QLC-based drives, which detracts slightly from its overall appeal. Still, the Samsung 990 Evo Plus stands as a capable DRAM-less SSD, excelling in demanding professional applications. There are, however, some concerns regarding the temperature management of the 990 Evo Plus. The controller runs quite hot, which could lead to potential issues. Based on practical testing, I observed possible flaws in the temperature protection system. Therefore, it is recommended to use this SSD with a heatsink, and avoid installing it in thin laptops where heat dissipation may be inadequate. The SLC cache in the Samsung 990 Evo Plus operates dynamically. With a 2TB drive, you can write 216 GB in SLC mode. The drive reserves some cache for future use, so the increased speed is sometimes still noticeable even after writing the initial 216 GB. Importantly, the 216 GB of SLC cache remains available even on a drive partially filled with files. However, when the drive is 75% full, the available cache drops to 108 GB. During load tests, the highest temperature recorded with an thermal imager was 85°C, while the flash memory temperature stayed below 70°C. However, there were inconsistencies in temperature monitoring. The 990 Evo Plus features two sensors, one for the NAND chip and one for the controller, which allow for detailed tracking of the drive’s internal temperatures. Unfortunately, Samsung's Magician software fails to display the higher of the two temperatures, which is linked to the controller. Using third-party tools like HwInfo64, I observed that while the memory temperature reached 70°C, the controller temperature reached 92°C. When the controller hits 85°C, throttling is activated, resulting in a notable performance drop. However, this protective mechanism only triggers once: after the temperature cools and the system resets, throttling doesn’t re-engage, even if temperatures rise again. This suggests a potential issue with the firmware’s handling of throttling. I was using latest firmware 2B2QKXG7. In CrystalDiskMark tests, the 2TB version of the 990 Evo Plus delivered linear read speeds of 7.1 GB/s and linear write speeds of 5.8 GB/s, with random IOPS of 1,000,000 and 1,250,000, respectively. Actual performance was around 8% lower than the rated specifications. Nonetheless, the Samsung 990 Evo Plus still significantly outperforms its predecessor, with linear speeds that are close to the theoretical limits of the PCIe 4.0 x4 or PCIe 5.0 x2 interface. In other words, when a drive with an eight-channel flash memory array and local DRAM memory seems excessive or too expensive, the Samsung 990 Evo Plus can serve as a suitable alternative. However, the price of the new model currently appears to be somewhat inflated.

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Gabriel J GrantReviewed in the United States on March 26, 2025

Did you also want to save a little money by buying an external SSD instead of paying for Apple's storage cost? Me too. I bought the base model Mac mini M4 and I knew I was gonna need more storage; although, it would have been nice to add this directly as an onboard drive for my computer, it's not possible. So, I paired the 2TB Samsung 990 Evo Plus with the OWC Express 1M2 NVMe M.2 SSD Enclosure. I've actually never owned or held an NVMe m.2 SSD before, and when first unboxing it I was really surprised how tiny this thing was! The packaging is nice and is plastic free. It does come with a booklet that I'll probably never read. The drive feels like superior quality, which sounds like a paradox, because I haven't ever touched one of these before, but it feels right along with anything Samsung would make. I like the fact that it this is compatible with PCIe 4.0 and PCIe 5.0 because it works with the enclosure now and that future PC build I've been dreaming of doing. The enclosure I paired it with doesn't have read/write speeds over 3,000, but using the Blackmagic Design speed test I was consistently hit those. So I can't comment on Samsungs claims that of 7,250/6,300 read/write speeds, but I doubt they would be far off. It's almost double the read/write speeds of the internal Mac mini drive. What I think I appreciate the most is the thermal control Samsung advertises. I wish I had those numbers for you, but since the enclosure relies sole on passive cooling, this was important to me. It does get warm, but it doesn't ever feel too hot or that the performance suffers as a result. In fact, I barely know that it's separate from the Mac mini drive beside the fact that it physically present presented to me on my desk! I edit Final Cut Pro videos directly from this drive and have done so without any hiccups. I got this on sale at a 30% discount of the MSRP, and the value I feel I get compared to its price is outstanding. I understand that I am not the conventional user of this product because I won't be putting this into a computer, but if you need extra hard drive space paring this with an enclosure, you can't go wrong here.

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WallEReviewed in the United States on April 27, 2025

After installing the Samsung 2TB 990 EVO Plus, I can confidently say this SSD is an absolute monster in the best way possible. Samsung has outdone itself again by delivering a drive that’s blisteringly fast, whisper-quiet, and astonishingly reliable. Right out of the box, the 990 EVO Plus feels premium. Installation was a breeze — just a simple plug into the M.2 slot, a quick BIOS tweak, and boom — ready to rock. Whether you’re upgrading an aging system or building a beast from scratch, this drive slips right into place. Performance? Unbelievable. Boot times dropped to just a few seconds, programs open before you even realize you clicked them, and large file transfers are laughably quick. Gaming load times? Practically nonexistent. Video editing and 3D rendering? Smooth as silk. It’s built on PCIe 4.0 standards but also plays nicely with PCIe 5.0 boards — future-proof without being snobby about it. Samsung’s reputation for reliability shines through here too. The drive stays cool even under heavy loads (thank you efficient controller and NAND management). Plus, with Samsung Magician software, I can monitor health, tweak settings, and optimize performance easily. In a world where every second counts, the 990 EVO Plus doesn’t just save time — it gives it back to you with interest. It’s the type of upgrade that you feel every single day. Final Verdict: If you’re serious about speed, reliability, and getting more life out of your setup, stop shopping around. This is the one. Samsung’s 990 EVO Plus is worth every penny and then some.

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Brad O'KaneReviewed in Australia on November 28, 2024

Upgraded my SSD in my desktop seems to be slightly faster ..

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Lee Sek HengReviewed in Singapore on April 21, 2025

Excellent performance even though it’s DRAMLESS SSD. Even if the longevity is lower than the pro version, it’s still worth getting if you are on a budget

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BekirReviewed in Turkey on March 20, 2025

Monster Laptop için aldım, bildiğimiz ürün. Fiyatı uygundu. Hızlı ve özenli kargo. Teşekkür ederim.

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سعود الرشيديReviewed in Saudi Arabia on April 13, 2025

وصلني 3.6 تيرا وليس 4T

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PeterReviewed in Canada on January 5, 2025

I upgraded from Samsung 500 GB 970 EVO Plus to the 1 TB 990 EVO Plus on my older motherboard with PCI Gen 3 NVME slot so I am not getting full speed from the 990 but I am very happy with the performance. The 990 EVO Plus on PCI gen 3 slot Sequential read speed - same as 970 Sequential write speed - 2910 MB/s vs 1973 MB/s on 970 Random read speed - 467041 IOPS vs 171142 IOPS on 970 Random write speed - 175081 IOPS vs 120117 IOPS on 970 I bought the 990 as I wanted to do a fresh Win 11 install to get rid of old garbage from multiple OS upgrades. As a bonus, I have increased throughput as well as clean OS installation. The 990 EVO Plus has maintained a consistent 36-37 degree Celsius regardless of load, no heat sink. I was going to buy an add on heat sink but decided not to as the Gen3 will not drive it at full speed. Recommended!