Top rated SSD
Here's a ranking of the top rated products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've also added some key information about the products.
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.
2. Samsung 970 EVO Plus
An outstanding SSD further enhances high performance. The 970 EVO Plus, equipped with the latest V-NAND technology, is faster than the 970 EVO and features firmware optimization. This fully utilizes the potential of the PCIe interface and NVMe protocol for even faster access times. With a storage capacity of 2 TB, the specified total bytes written (TBW) is 1,200 TB.
Next-level performance: With read speeds of up to 3,500 MB/s and write speeds of up to 3,300 MB/s, the 970 EVO Plus is up to 53% faster than its predecessor, the 970 EVO. The latest generation of V-NAND technology ensures outstanding performance and improved energy efficiency. Additionally, the 970 EVO Plus features optimized firmware, the proven Phoenix controller, and Intelligent TurboWrite technology to accelerate write operations.
Flexibility through good product design: The 970 EVO Plus showcases advancements in NVMe SSDs. In addition to high performance, it offers a storage capacity of up to 2 TB in a compact M.2 form factor (2280). It provides ample storage space with a small footprint, saving valuable space for other components. Innovative Samsung technologies allow you to have the freedom you need to achieve a lot and accomplish even more.
Uncompromising reliability: The proven Samsung Phoenix controller is coated with a layer of nickel, and the drive module of the 970 EVO Plus is equipped with a thin heat spreader, effectively dissipating heat generated during operation. Furthermore, the Dynamic Thermal Guard function continuously monitors the drive to maintain optimal operating temperatures and ensure consistent performance.
3. 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.
4. Samsung 990 Pro
Discover powerful performance with PCIe 4.0 and experience blazing speed to take on the competition. The intelligent thermal regulation of the Samsung controller offers high energy efficiency with consistently high speed and performance. So nothing stands in the way of gaming fun.
Get blazing speed for your gaming experience as well as for video and 3D editing, data analysis and more. Because thanks to PCIe, performance is customised: With 40% and 55% faster random read and write speeds compared to the 980 PRO, up to 1,400 K / 1,550 K IOPS and sequential read/write speeds of up to 7,450 / 6,900 MB/s.
Higher performance often consumes more power. Not with the 990 PRO. Experience low power consumption with over 50% more performance per watt than its predecessor.
The nickel-plated controller and the state-of-the-art thermal control algorithm regulate the heat and thus enable unrestricted performance. The heatspreader label controls the heat of the NAND chip, while Dynamic Thermal Guard technology regulates temperatures.
Your gaming fun is catapulted into far-reaching spheres. A performance improvement of more than 55% compared to the previous model enables faster loading for a more authentic gaming experience of Playstation 5 and PC games with Direct Storage function.
Advanced drive management made easy with Samsung Magician software. The user-friendly software solution helps you to always keep an eye on your SSD. It allows you to keep your drive up to date with updates, monitor status parameters and speed, and even optimise performance.
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5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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 allows 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.
8. 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, thus 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.
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, 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.
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 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 quickly jump into the action.
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.
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