
Top rated SSD
This page always stays fresh and updates automatically.
1. Samsung 870 EVO
The 870 EVO combines Samsung's proven SSD technology with advanced features. It stands out for its improved performance, reliability, and compatibility. This makes it suitable for various user profiles and meets the needs of creatives and content producers, IT professionals, as well as everyday users alike.
Pro
- Small, compact and reliable
- high speed
- Top quality
Contra
- Man, SSDs are still very expensive
- Was delivered in a normal paper envelope. Packaging defective.
- Download software online

2. Samsung 990 Pro
PCIe 4.0 / 7450MB/s read, 6900MB/s write / 2TB.
Pro
- Works reliably
- Speed, suitable for gaming
- 2TB storage
Contra
- Is a bit very expensive
- A little more expensive than the competition
- Comes without screw for the M2 slot

3. Samsung 990 Pro with Heatsink
Experience maximum performance thanks to the PCIe 4.0 interface that supports high data transfer speeds. The intelligent thermal management of the Samsung controller, specially designed for PCIe 4.0 SSDs, ensures maximum energy efficiency while maintaining high speed and performance, allowing you to play at a high level for extended periods.
Enjoy a huge speed boost with 40% and 55% faster random read/write speeds than the 980 PRO, reaching up to 1,400K/1,550K IOPS. Sequential read/write speeds of up to 7,450/6,900 MB/s nearly match the maximum performance of PCIe 4.0, making it ideal for gaming, video and 3D editing, data analysis, and more.
Experience more power-efficient performance, as the 990 PRO consumes less power while delivering up to 50% better performance per watt than the 980 PRO. This power-saving feature enables maximum PCIe 4.0 performance with optimal energy efficiency.
Keep temperatures in check with the integrated slim heatsink that effectively dissipates heat, preventing sudden power sags due to overheating. Reliable heat control ensures that even the fans remain quiet during graphics-intensive games. The slim and thin housing of the 990 PRO is compatible with the PlayStation 5 as well as desktops and laptops that meet the PCI-SIG D8 specification.
Enjoy a high-end gaming experience with faster load times, thanks to the expansion of random performance by more than 55%, providing ultimate gaming realism in PS5 and DirectStorage PC games. The futuristic design of the heatsink adds style to thermal management, now even featuring RGB LED lighting.
Unleash the full power of the 990 PRO with Samsung Magician, an easy-to-use software solution that tracks your SSD's performance. It allows you to manage your data, initiate updates, monitor the drive's health, and set up your personal LED color combinations.
Pro
- Works reliably
- speed is high
- 2TB storage
Contra
- Data recovery extremely expensive
- A little more expensive than the competition
- Please note that there is no screw for the installation

4. Samsung 980 Pro
Unleash the full power of the Samsung PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD 980 PRO and catapult your computer to a high performance level. Thanks to the fourth-generation PCIe interface, the 980 PRO can achieve double the data transfer rate compared to NVMe SSDs with a PCIe 3.0 interface. Additionally, it is backward compatible with PCIe 3.0 for versatile applications.
Pro
- Very fast read and write speed
- Very good quality
- Is very reliable
Contra
- Unfortunately also very expensive.
- Nothing at all
- Gets warm

5. Samsung 870 QVO
The Samsung 870 QVO belongs to the second generation of QLC SSDs. This SATA SSD offers a powerful upgrade for all users looking to significantly expand their storage without compromising on performance.
The 870 QVO achieves the maximum possible transfer rate for SATA connections, with sequential speeds of 560/530 MB/s. Compared to its predecessor, the 860 QVO, both speed and performance have been further enhanced. The Intelligent TurboWrite technology accelerates write speeds and ensures long-term high performance with a larger variable buffer.
The 870 QVO is available in capacities of 1.2 TB, as well as 4 TB and 8 TB.
Pro
- Top quality
- Easy to install in an enclosure
- Fast and reliable
Contra
- No screws included in the scope of delivery
- Less warranty than EVO
- QLC instead of TLC or MLC

6. Kingston A400
Kingston's A400 Solid-State Drive starts your system incredibly fast, significantly improves response times, and loads and transfers files much faster than mechanical hard drives. It is equipped with a next-generation controller that enables read speeds of up to 500 MB/s and write speeds of 450 MB/s. This SSD is ten times faster than a traditional hard drive, ensuring peak performance, ultra-fast response times during multitasking, and overall system acceleration.
Pro
- Solid quality
- Very good value
- Speed many better
Contra
- haven't found any . . .
- not Raid compatible
- sata connection is very slow

7. Kingston 240GB SSDNOW A400
The 240GB SSDNOW A400 is an internal SATA Solid State Drive (SSD) that offers a storage capacity of 240 gigabytes. It is designed in a 2.5-inch format and utilizes the AHCI protocol for efficient data transfer. This SSD is equipped with TLC NAND memory, ensuring a balanced performance and reliability. The data storage interface is SATA III, which allows for high transfer speeds, thereby improving system performance. With dimensions of 22.7 cm in length, 13.5 cm in width, and a height of 5.8 cm, the SSD is compact and suitable for various applications, whether in desktop computers or laptops. Weighing only 57 grams, it is lightweight and easy to install. The SSDNOW A400 is an ideal choice for users looking to expand their storage capacity and enhance their system's speed.

8. Kingston A400 2.5" Serial ATA III TLC
Extreme speeds plus unwavering reliability.
Kingston's A400 Solid-State Drive boots your system incredibly fast, significantly improves its response times, and loads and transfers files much quicker than mechanical hard drives. It is equipped with a next-generation controller that provides read and write speeds of up to 500 MB/s and 450 MB/s. This SSD is 10 times faster than a traditional hard drive, delivering peak performance, ultra-fast response times during multitasking, and overall system acceleration.
The A400 is flash memory-based, making it more reliable and durable than a hard drive. It contains no moving parts, which makes it less prone to failure than a mechanical hard drive. Additionally, it runs cooler and quieter, and its resistance to shocks and vibrations makes it ideal for laptops and other mobile computing devices.
To provide ample space for all your applications, videos, photos, and other important documents, the A400 is available in several form factors and a wide range of storage capacities from 120 GB to 1.92 TB. This drive is large enough to store all your files, allowing you to replace your hard drive or a smaller SSD.
This SSD is designed for the workloads of desktop and notebook computers and is not intended for server environments.
Based on "out-of-box performance" with a SATA Rev. 3.0 motherboard. Speed may vary depending on hardware, software, and usage behavior.
Some of the stated capacity on a flash storage device is used for formatting and other functions and therefore may not be available for data storage. Thus, the actual available storage capacity is slightly lower than what is indicated on the products.

9. WD Black SN850X powered by SANDISK
Insane speeds of up to 7,300 MB/s deliver top-notch performance with short load times for a premium gaming experience. Extremely low latency loads graphics quickly and with minimal stuttering and delays for an incredibly smooth and satisfying gaming experience. Today's titles can require up to 200 GB or more of storage space. A range of storage capacities from 1 TB to 4 TB means you have more games available and can jump into the action quickly.
The WD_BLACK SN850X NVMe SSD drives with 1 TB and 2 TB come with an optional heatsink that not only looks fantastic but also ensures that your system maintains peak performance even during the most intense gaming sessions.
The latest version of Game Mode offers even more performance-enhancing features, such as load prediction, to prepare game elements for quick in-game loading.
The WD_BLACK SN850X NVMe SSD delivers performance that approaches the limits of the PCIe Gen4 interface, helping you extract ultra-fast performance from your storage and system components.
Pro
- maintains speed
- PS5: Top choice if heatsink version is used
- Fast delivery, high quality
Contra
- gets very hot
- No heat sink
- somewhat expensive

10. WD Black SN850X mit Heatsink powered by SANDISK
Insane speeds of up to 7,300 MB/s deliver top-notch performance with short loading times for a premium gaming experience. Extremely low latency loads graphics quickly and with minimal stuttering and delays for an incredibly smooth and satisfying gaming experience. Today's AAA titles can require up to 200 GB or more of storage space. A range of storage capacities from 1 TB to 4 TB means you have more games available and can jump into the action quickly. The WD Black SN850X NVMe SSD drives with 1 TB and 2 TB come with an optional heatsink that not only looks fantastic but also ensures your system maintains peak performance even during the most intense gaming sessions. The latest version of Game Mode offers even more performance-enhancing features, such as load prediction, to prepare game elements for quick in-game loading. The WD Black SN850X NVMe SSD delivers performance that approaches the limits of the PCIe Gen4 interface, helping you extract ultra-fast performance from your storage and system components.
Pro
- hammer speed
- More space for games on the PS5
- WD quality
Contra
- could get hot
- No heat sink
- somewhat expensive
