Samsung 970 EVO Plus M.2 1000 GB PCI Express 3.0 V-NAND MLC NVMe (2023)

Always Evolving SSD The ultimate in performance, upgraded. Faster than the 970 EVO, the 970 EVO Plus is powered by the latest V-NAND technology and firmware optimisation. It maximises the potential of NVMe bandwidth for unbeatable computing in capacities up to 2TB, with reliability of up to 1,200 TBW. Level Up Performance The 970 EVO Plus reaches sequential read/write speeds up to 3,500/3,300 MB/s, up to 53%‡ faster than the 970 EVO. The latest V-NAND—which brings greater NAND performance and higher power efficiency—along with optimised firmware, a proven Phoenix controller and Intelligent TurboWrite boost. Design Flexibility The next advancement in NVMe SSD. The 970 EVO Plus fits up to 2TB onto the compact M.2 (2280) form factor, greatly expanding storage capacity and saving space for other components. Samsung’s innovative technology empowers you with the capacity to do more and accomplish more. Unparalleled Reliability Achieve a new level of drive confidence. Samsung’s advanced nickel-coated controller and heat spreader on the 970 EVO Plus enable superior heat dissipation. The Dynamic Thermal Guard automatically monitors and maintains optimal operating temperatures to minimise performance drops. Samsung Magician Advanced drive management made simple. The Samsung Magician software will help you keep an eye on your drive. A suite of user-friendly tools helps keep your drive up to date, monitor drive health, check speed and even boost performance.

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IS CONFIGURATORYes
Product NameSamsung 970 EVO Plus M.2 1000 GB PCI Express 3.0 V-NAND MLC NVMe
SKUMZ-V7S1T0BW
EAN8801643628086
Specification
Hard drive
PCI Express interface data lanesx4
SSD capacity1000 GB
Memory typeV-NAND MLC
Data transmission
Read speed3500 MB/s
Write speed3300 MB/s
Random write (4KB)550000 IOPS
Random read (4KB)600000 IOPS
Security
Security algorithms256-bit AES
Endurance
Mean time between failures (MTBF)1500000 h
Performance
InterfacePCI Express 3.0
Component forPC
Controller typeSamsung Phoenix
NVMeYes
NVMe version1.3
DevSlp (device sleep) supportYes
PCI Express interface data lanesx4
SSD capacity1000 GB
Security algorithms256-bit AES
S.M.A.R.T. supportYes
Read speed3500 MB/s
TRIM supportYes
Write speed3300 MB/s
Memory typeV-NAND MLC
Random write (4KB)550000 IOPS
Random read (4KB)600000 IOPS
Mean time between failures (MTBF)1500000 h
Hardware encryptionYes
Design
Component forPC
SSD form factorM.2
Features
InterfacePCI Express 3.0
Component forPC
Controller typeSamsung Phoenix
NVMeYes
NVMe version1.3
DevSlp (device sleep) supportYes
PCI Express interface data lanesx4
SSD capacity1000 GB
Security algorithms256-bit AES
S.M.A.R.T. supportYes
Read speed3500 MB/s
TRIM supportYes
Write speed3300 MB/s
Memory typeV-NAND MLC
Random write (4KB)550000 IOPS
Random read (4KB)600000 IOPS
Mean time between failures (MTBF)1500000 h
Hardware encryptionYes
SSD form factorM.2
Harmonized System (HS) code84717070
Power
Power consumption (average)6 W
Power consumption (max)9 W
Power consumption (idle)0.003 W
Operating voltage3.3 V
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 70 °C
Technical details
InterfacePCI Express 3.0
S.M.A.R.T. supportYes
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 70 °C
TRIM supportYes
Hardware encryptionYes
SSD form factorM.2
Launch date1/22/2019
Software
Bundled softwareMagician Software for SSD management
Weight & dimensions
Package typeBox
Width80.2 mm
Weight8 g
Height22.1 mm
Depth2.38 mm
Packaging data
Package typeBox
Bundled softwareMagician Software for SSD management
Packaging content
Bundled softwareMagician Software for SSD management
Other features
Launch date1/22/2019
ManufacturerSamsung
Supplier 1eCOM - Germany
Supplier 2Kosatec

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3 YEAR COLLECT & RETURN WARRANTY


Our Custom PCs come with a 2 year collect & return warranty which means should there be any hardware failure within 2 years from the date of purchase we will collect the PC , repair and return. Software is excluded from the warranty as it customer induced damage or damage from misuse which includes for example over clocking or damage caused from opening the PC , etc.. Please note that certain components are excluded by their respective manufacturers from the 3rd year of the of the warranty however if this is the case then we will supply the component for cost price and fit under warranty which means no labour costs.

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OUT OF STOCK ITEMS

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Samsung 970 EVO Plus M.2 1000 GB PCI Express 3.0 V-NAND MLC NVMe (1)

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Samsung 970 EVO Plus M.2 1000 GB PCI Express 3.0 V-NAND MLC NVMe (2)

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GOODS IN TRANSIT INSURANCE

All Orders shipped by us are covered by our own goods in transit insurance to the full value of the order which is additional to the goods in transit insurance offered by DPD.ie. Our goods are packed to International standards to ensure damage in transit is highly unlikely and all of our orders are packed in a secure location which has 16 high defination security cameras to ensure should there be a report of a missing item / short shipment it can be verified quickly. All of our orders are sealed and should not be accepted or signed for if there is damage to the packing or if the packing looks like it has been opened. If an order is damaged or lost in transit the claims procedures of our insurer must be adhered to or we cannot guarantee a favourable outcome. It is our policy to replace orders which have been lost in transit however if this is not acceptable to the customer then a claim can be made to the value of the goods with our insurer. If a Custom Assembled Desktop PC or Laptop suffers damage in transit we will examine the unit and replace any damaged components however we cannot replace a custom desktop pc or laptop in its entirety unless the product is declared a write off by our insurers. It is our policy to avoid our customer having to wait for claims to be settled and we reserve the right to make a determination whilst we wait for the insurers official determination. This ensures we can often resolve an issue in days however for this to happen we do need the customers help and assistance. If we collect a custom desktop pc or laptop under the collect and return warranty it is covered up to €500 for damage in transit once the item has been packed to the same standard as it was shipped in. If a customer chooses to return an item(s) with a different carrier of their own choosing then any returned item(s) are no covered until the terms of our goods in transit policy. We would please ask customers not to use AN POST for returns as we have experienced issues as AN POST staff sign for deliveries and not the recipient ( US) which can make claiming for lost of damaged item(s) very difficult. Items not be returned by going to a DPD.IE PICKUP POINT of which there are over 600 across Ireland https://dpd.ie/Pickup. At your local Pickup Point you can return any item after paying a fee to the Pickup Point https://shipping.dpd.ie/products-and-services/pickup-shops.

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FAQs

Is the Samsung 970 EVO Plus worth it? ›

Price: $98

With better performance, efficiency, and lower MSRPs, Samsung's 970 EVO Plus is a big "plus" in almost every way over its predecessor. It rivals its bigger brother, the 970 PRO, and comes with a complete software suite, making the Samsung 970 EVO Plus a great buy.

Is 970 EVO Plus NVMe good? ›

Overall, the 970 EVO Plus is one of the fastest SSDs we've tested, so it easily gains our recommendation. Though at press time, the 970 EVO didn't quite outpace the competition and make our best SSDs list, it's an excellent drive and very worthy of your consideration.

Is the Samsung 970 EVO Plus better than then 980 SSD? ›

The 980 is significantly faster than the 970 EVO Plus in both random and sequential 1MiB blocksize workloads—but the increase doesn't really address users where the pain lives. When we move down to 4KiB workloads, there's little to choose from between any of these drives.

Is Samsung 970 EVO Plus SSD good for gaming? ›

Is 970 EVO Plus good for gaming? Absolutely. Any NVMe storage is extremely fast when compared to SATA-based storage, so your system as a whole will benefit from that. Obviously, a game needs not only fast storage but also fast CPU, memory and GPU to perform at it's best, but you can't go wrong with Samsung NVMe.

What is the difference between Samsung 970 EVO and 970 EVO Plus? ›

The 970 EVO Plus reaches sequential read/write speeds up to 3,500/3,300 MB/s, up to 53% faster than the 970 EVO. The latest V-NAND—which brings greater NAND performance and higher power efficiency—along with optimized firmware, a proven in-house controller, and intelligent turbowrite boost.

How long will a Samsung 970 EVO Plus last? ›

Exceptional Endurance

* Warrantied TBW for 970 EVO: 150 TBW for 250GB model, 300 TBW for 500GB model, 600 TBW for 1TB model, 1,200 TBW for 2TB model. * 5-years or TBW, whichever comes first.

Is it worth replacing SSD with NVMe? ›

The bottom line is that if you need a larger SSD and have an interface that supports it, switching to an NVMe SSD will give your system a handy, but not huge, performance boost. Since NVMe models are currently priced similarly to their SATA counterparts, you get that boost almost for free.

How much faster is NVMe compared to SSD? ›

2.5" SATA SSDs

The 2.5” SSDs connect to the motherboard via SATA and transfer speeds max out around 500-600 MB/s. For comparison's sake, SSDs using NVMe technology have much higher bandwidth and max out around 7000-7500 MB/s transfer speed at the time this article was written, almost 12x as fast!

Which is better NVMe or M 2 NVMe? ›

Since NVMe SSDs can reach higher speeds than SATA SSDs such as M. 2 drives, it makes them ideal for gaming or high-resolution video editing. Their high speeds come at a high cost, however: NVMe drives are some of the more expensive drives on the market.

Which Samsung EVO SSD is best? ›

Samsung 870 EVO – Best SATA SSD

If you're looking to add some storage via a traditional 2.5-inch SATA drive rather than a tiny M.2 “gumstick,” Samsung's spectacular 870 EVO is your best bet. It's the fastest SATA SSD we've tested, it's available in up to 4TB of capacity, and it's exceedingly affordable given its speed.

Which NVMe SSD is better? ›

However, in conclusion, the Samsung 990 Pro ranks top of our best NVMe SSDs list. With its high performance, reliability, and affordability, the Samsung 990 Pro proves itself to be the clear winner. On the other hand, for users looking for unmatched speed and performance, the WD Black SN850X is a great option, as well.

What is the difference between Samsung 970 Evo and Pro? ›

The 970 EVO differs from the Pro in that it uses 3-bit TLC V-NAND and features TurboWrite technology, like some previous generation EVO-series drives. TurboWrite essentially uses a small portion of the NAND as an SLC write buffer, which translates into improved write performance, as long as the buffer isn't exhausted.

Is SSD or NVMe better for gaming? ›

In our testing, we found that upgrading to an SSD - even a budget model - reduced game load times by up to 60 per cent compared to even modern, high-performance HDDs, while NVMe SSDs reduced load times even further.

Does NVMe SSD make a difference for gaming? ›

NVME allows games to boot up much faster (up to 2-3 times) than those on traditional drives. Your games will load faster on NVME and won't waste time moving from the menu to the game itself. If you are a gamer that plays online, you may notice that your game loads much faster than other players and less stuttering.

Does NVMe SSD speed matter for gaming? ›

2/NVMe with PICe connectors are faster in booting PC and loading games than SATA SSD. However, there's no big difference when it comes to the gaming experience. Players can barely feel the slight changes.

What is the fastest SSD for gaming? ›

The best SSD for gaming is the WD Black SN850X. Expect to pay $159.99-$699.99 USD / £153.99-£701.99 GBP. The WD Black SN850X is the fastest SSD you can buy, making full use of its PCIe 4.0 interface with lightning-fast sequential read and write speeds of 7,300MB/s and 6,600MB/s, respectively.

Is m2 SSD faster than SSD? ›

2 SATA SSDs have a similar level of performance to mSATA cards, but M. 2 PCIe cards are notably faster. In addition, SATA SSDs have a maximum speed of 600 MB per second, while M. 2 PCIe cards can hit 4 GB per second.

Is Samsung 970 EVO Plus compatible motherboards? ›

As long as your motherboard has an open M. 2 slot supports NVMe, it should work just fine.

What is the lifespan of an NVMe SSD? ›

NVMes likewise weigh lighter than SATA SSDs and are more modest in size. The average lifespan of an NVMe SSD is 10 years.

How long does Samsung EVO SSD last? ›

* 5 years or TBW (250 GB: 75 TBW; 500 GB/1 TB: 150 TBW, 2/4 TB: 300 TBW), whichever comes first.

Is 970 EVO the best SSD? ›

The Bottom Line

The Samsung SSD 970 EVO offers an excellent blend of throughput and performance, making it the best high-end internal M. 2 PCI Express SSD for most users.

Does NVMe replace hard drive? ›

Non-volatile Memory Express (NVMe) is a modern protocol built specifically for the PCI Express (PCIe) to transfer data to and from SSDs. Built on high-speed PCIe lanes, NVMe is an improvement over older Hard Disk Drive (HDD) and related interfaces such as SATA and SAS.

Is there a noticeable difference between SSD and NVMe? ›

You can see a clear difference in performance when you use NVMe, with a read/write throughput far higher than the hard drives and slower SATA SSDs also lagging somewhat behind.

What is the difference between NVMe and normal SSD? ›

NVMe versus SSD

SATA drives are the larger, 2.5-inch drives that most resemble classic laptop hard drives. NVMe or Non-Volatile Memory Host Express, on the other hand, is the logical interface specification that is used to access a computer's non-volatile storage media at high speeds.

Do NVMe SSDs get slower when full? ›

While Solid-State Drives are ridiculously faster than traditional rotating platter hard drives, they dramatically slow down performance as you fill them up. The rule of thumb to keep SSDs at top speeds is never completely to fill them up.

What is the difference between PCIe and NVMe? ›

Summary of the difference between PCIe and NVMe

The PCIe specification is maintained by the PCI Special Interest Group. NVMe, on the other hand, is an interface specification for communication with NAND flash and next-gen solid state drives, and functionally, it is based on the same protocols as SATA and SAS.

Is NVMe as fast as RAM? ›

NVMe has roughly the equal bandwidth as DDR4 RAM but compared to RAM, its latency, or the speed at which you can access bits of data falls far short of RAM.

What does NVMe stand for? ›

Non-Volatile Memory Express (NVMe) is a new transfer protocol designed for solid-state memory. While SATA (Serial Advanced Technology Attachment) remains the industry standard for storage protocols, it wasn't built specifically for Flash storage like SSDs and can't offer the same advantages of NVMe.

What is NVMe best used for? ›

NVMe is commonly used for solid-state storage, main memory, cache memory or backup memory. It provides an alternative to the Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) standard and the Advanced Technology Attachment (ATA) standard for connecting and transmitting data between a host system and a target storage device.

Which is better SanDisk Ultra or Samsung Evo Plus? ›

Is Samsung EVO Select or SanDisk Ultra a better microSD card for you? To choose the right microSD for you we need to look at your use case. Unless you are specifically going to be recording video in 4K then the SanDisk Ultra is a better choice.

Is Samsung the best SSD brand? ›

Unless your laptop takes super-fast NVMe SSDs, the Samsung 860 EVO is the best bet on the market.

Which is the best SSD in the market? ›

Best SSDs You Can Buy Today
  • Samsung 990 Pro. Best Overall / Best M.2 SSD. ...
  • Kingston KC3000. Fastest SSD. ...
  • WD Black SN850X. Best M.2 SSD Alternative. ...
  • Crucial P3. Best Budget Drive. ...
  • Sabrent Rocket 4 Plus + M.2 NVMe Heatsink. Best PS5 SSD. ...
  • Silicon Power XPower XS70. Best Value PS5 SSD. ...
  • Sabrent Rocket 4 Plus-G SSD. ...
  • Crucial P5 Plus.
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Which SSD type is fastest? ›

2 NVMe SSD. These SSDs are currently the fastest on the market, with speeds up to 7GB/s. This allows you to transfer a 1TB folder within 2.5 minutes. Because there's no clear indication to determine which slot you have, check the manual of your motherboard to be sure.

How much faster is NVMe than hard drive? ›

NVMe SSD on the other hand use multiple PCI-e lanes that allow it to provide throughput speeds as high as 3500MB/s. That's 35x faster than hard drives and 7x faster than SATA SSDs!

When did the 970 EVO Plus come out? ›

RIDGEFIELD PARK, N.J. – Jan. 22, 2019 – Samsung Electronics America, today introduced the Samsung 970 EVO Plus, the newest enhancement in its Non-Volatile Memory Express (NVMe) SSD portfolio.

Is the 970 EVO Plus Gen 4 or Gen 3? ›

User rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars with 2582 reviews.

Is the Samsung 970 EVO Plus Double Sided? ›

Samsung 970 EVO Plus Series 1TB M. 2 2280 M-Key PCIe NVMe SSD Drive, single-sided (MZ-V7S1T0BW)

How much NVMe do I need for gaming? ›

Store your smaller games like Fortnite on the SSD. 500GB is the minimum, but we recommend 1TB.

Does NVMe make computer faster? ›

Depending on your NVMe drive's manufacturer, you can see speeds as much as five or six times faster than a SATA-based equivalent.

How much SSD speed do I need for gaming? ›

Solid-state drives that use USB or SATA cables to connect to PCs and consoles will have slightly slower read and write speeds than their M. 2 NVMe counterparts, but as long as your SSD has at least 400 MB/s read and write speed, it will be just fine for gaming.

What is a good speed for SSD? ›

SSDs aren't typically used for long-term backups, so they're built for both but are typically used in speed-driven applications. A standard HDD will read and write at typically 80MB/s to 160MB/s, but an SSD reads and writes at between 200MB/s to 550MB/s.

Why is 970 EVO Plus good? ›

This is clear even in our most easygoing benchmarks, the CrystalDiskMark sequential test: the 970 Evo Plus managed a searing 3,568MB/s read speed and, importantly, a write speed of 3,212MB/s. That's nearly 700MB/s faster than the 970 Evo, as well as 300MB/s quicker than the XPG SX8200 Pro.

Is Samsung 970 Pro worth it? ›

Price: $172

Still the fastest consumer SSD, however, rather than the blow-out of years past, the Samsung 970 Pro only holds a slim lead over its rivals, including Samsung's own 970 Evo, leaving us few reasons to choose it over more affordable options.

What generation is the 970 EVO Plus? ›

2 2280 1TB PCIe Gen 3.0 x4, NVMe 1.3 V-NAND 3-bit MLC Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) MZ-V7S1T0BW.

Which is better SSD or NVMe? ›

Read/write speeds of the top NVMe SSDs on the market can exceed 3000 MB/s (3 GB/s), with some Gen 4 NVMe PCIe SSDs capable of 7500 MB/s. The top SATA SSDs clock in around 550 MB/s, so NVMe SSDs are far and away the fastest transfer speeds for any SSDs on the consumer market.

How much faster is NVMe than SSD? ›

NVMe or Non-Volatile Memory Express is a super-fast way to access non-volatile memory. It can be around 2-7x faster than SATA SSDs.

Which is faster m 2 or SSD? ›

2 SATA SSDs have a similar level of performance to mSATA cards, but M. 2 PCIe cards are notably faster. In addition, SATA SSDs have a maximum speed of 600 MB per second, while M. 2 PCIe cards can hit 4 GB per second.

What is the difference between Gen 3 and Gen 4 NVMe SSD? ›

PCIe Gen 3 was unable to accommodate the full bandwidth of high-speed PCIe NVMe SSDs. This was effectively creating a bottleneck in SSD performance. PCIe Gen 4 solves this performance bottleneck, allowing PCIe NVMe SSDs to read and write data at much faster speeds.

Is the 970 EVO discontinued? ›

Speaking of the old, the 970 EVO is now officially discontinued, fully handing over the reigns to the 970 EVO Plus.
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What is the fastest NVMe drive? ›

The newly launched Samsung 990 PRO is one of the fastest Gen4 SSDs overall at the start of 2023. It is closely followed by the SK Hynix Platinum P41, Western Digital's WD Black SN850X, and Kingston's KC3000 (as well as other SSDs based on the same controller/memory chip combo).

Do I need a heatsink for my M 2 SSD? ›

Do NVMe SSDs need heatsinks? The answer is Yes. M. 2 drives are not only faster and more compact but also eliminate the need for bulky power and data cables.

Is the Samsung 970 EVO Plus double sided? ›

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