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The Samsung 990 EVO NVMe SSD offers a versatile solution for users seeking a balance between performance and efficiency. Equipped with Samsung's advanced V-NAND 6th-generation technology and the Piccolo controller, this SSD supports both PCIe 4.0 x4 and PCIe 5.0 x2 interfaces, providing exceptional flexibility and compatibility with modern systems. With sequential read speeds up to 5,000 MB/s and write speeds up to 4,200 MB/s, it is ideal for high-speed data processing, gaming, and professional workloads. Available in 1TB and 2TB capacities, the 990 EVO includes features like AES 256-bit encryption, TCG Opal 2.0 compliance, and Dynamic Thermal Guard technology to prevent overheating. It also supports Samsung Magician software for easy drive management and optimization, ensuring smooth and secure performance across a variety of devices.
Key Features:
- High-Speed Performance: Up to 5,000 MB/s read and 4,200 MB/s write speeds for quick data transfer.
- Flexible Interface: Supports PCIe 4.0 x4 and PCIe 5.0 x2 for broader compatibility.
- Advanced Security: AES 256-bit encryption and TCG Opal 2.0 compliance for secure data protection.
- Thermal Management: Equipped with Dynamic Thermal Guard and a copper heat spreader to prevent overheating.
- Energy Efficient: Utilizes Host Memory Buffer (HMB) technology to reduce power consumption.
- 5-Year Warranty: Backed by a reliable five-year warranty for long-term peace of mind.
- Application: Client PCs
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Rated Capacity:
- 2,000GB (1GB = 1 Billion bytes by IDEMA) *Actual usable capacity may be less due to formatting, partitioning, operating system, and applications
- 1,000GB (1GB = 1 Billion bytes by IDEMA) *Actual usable capacity may be less due to formatting, partitioning, operating system, and applications
- Form Factor: M.2 (2280)
- Interface: PCIe® 4.0 x4 / 5.0 x2 NVMe™ 2.0
- Dimension (WxHxD): 80 x 22 x 2.38 mm
- Weight: Max 9.0g
- Storage Memory: Samsung V-NAND TLC
- Controller: Samsung in-house Controller
- Cache Memory: HMB (Host Memory Buffer)
- TRIM Support: Supported
- S.M.A.R.T Support: Supported
- Garbage Collection (GC): Auto Garbage Collection Algorithm
- Encryption Support: AES 256-bit Encryption (Class 0), TCG/Opal, IEEE1667 (Encrypted drive)
- WWN Support: Not supported
- Device Sleep Mode Support: Yes
Performance
- Sequential Read: Up to 5,000 MB/s *Performance may vary based on system hardware & configuration
- Sequential Write: Up to 4,200 MB/s *Performance may vary based on system hardware & configuration
- Random Read (4KB, QD32): Up to 680,000 IOPS
- Random Write (4KB, QD32): Up to 800,000 IOPS
- Random Read (4KB, QD1): Up to 20,000 IOPS
- Random Write (4KB, QD1): Up to 90,000 IOPS
Power Consumption
- Average Power Consumption (system level): Read 4.9 W / Write 4.5 W
- Idle Power Consumption: Typical 60 mW
- Device Sleep Mode: Typical 5 mW
- Allowable Voltage: 3.3 V ± 5 %
Environmental Specifications
- Reliability (MTBF): 1.5 Million Hours
- Operating Temperature: 0 - 70 ℃
- Shock Resistance: 1,500 G & 0.5 ms (Half sine)
Software
- Management Software: Samsung Magician Software for SSD management
Warranty
- 5-year Limited Warranty or 600 TBW Limited Warranty
- The Samsung 990 EVO NVMe SSD is compatible with a wide range of devices, thanks to its support for both PCIe 4.0 x4 and PCIe 5.0 x2 interfaces. It is ideal for:
- Desktop PCs: Works with modern motherboards that have PCIe NVMe M.2 slots, supporting PCIe 4.0 or PCIe 5.0 standards.
- Gaming Laptops: Compatible with high-performance laptops requiring fast data processing for gaming and video editing.
- Workstations: Suitable for content creation, 3D rendering, and data-intensive tasks.
- Gaming Consoles: Supports external storage upgrades for consoles like Sony PlayStation 5 (if compatible with PCIe 4.0).
- PCIe 3.0 Compatibility: Backward-compatible with PCIe 3.0 slots with reduced speeds.
Important Note: To fully utilize the 990 EVO's capabilities, ensure your system supports PCIe NVMe M.2 Gen 4 or Gen 5 slots for maximum speed and performance.