The Samsung 860 EVO is aimed at demanding private users who want to enhance the performance of their PC or notebook. It utilizes TLC V-NAND with 64 layers of memory. Thanks to the Intelligent TurboWrite technology with a variable SLC buffer, it achieves higher performance over longer periods compared to current TurboWrite technologies. Benefit from maximum compatibility and stability: originally designed for data center SSDs, the new MJX controller processes data faster, performs finer error corrections, and supports larger drive capacities. In terms of reliability, the 860 EVO has been significantly improved, achieving up to 8 times higher TBW (Terabytes Written) values than its predecessor. The 860 EVO is equipped with the latest hardware-based disk encryption engine. The AES 256-bit and TCG Opal 2.0 encryption secure data without compromising performance. It is also compatible with IEEE-1667 for Microsoft’s eDrive. You can sleep soundly knowing your data is protected at all times. mSATA SSDs are small, casing-free SSDs that plug directly into the motherboard. They are mostly used for SSD caching but can also be used like regular SSDs. In tight spaces, mSATA may be the only way to incorporate an SSD into a system. A prime example of this is ultrabooks, as they are, by definition, particularly slim devices.