Best products in the SSD category
Here's a ranking of the best products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've also added some key information about the products.
1. Samsung 990 Pro
PCIe 4.0 / 7450MB/s read, 6900MB/s write / 2TB.
2. Kingston NV2
Kingston's NV2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD is a comprehensive storage solution powered by a Gen 4x4 NVMe controller. The NV2 offers read/write speeds of up to 3,500/2,800MB/s (2TB model) with lower power consumption and heat generation. The compact, single-sided M.2 2280 (22x80mm) design expands storage while saving space for other components, making the NV2 ideal for thinner notebooks, small form factor (SFF) systems and DIY motherboards.
3. Seagate FireCuda 530
The FireCuda 530 harnesses the potential of PCIe Gen4 and impresses with speeds of up to 7,300 MB/s. The transfer rates of this SSD are 2 times faster than PCIe Gen3 SSDs and 12 times faster than SATA SSDs for unbridled gaming. Speed is everything. As the flagship of the FireCuda SSD range, the Seagate. FireCuda 530 offers uncompromising performance, advanced components and unrivalled durability. With up to 7,300 MB/s, take advantage of the full speed of 4th Gen PCIe for next-gen games and applications. The fastest FireCuda ever. Designed for pro-gaming and content creation on a dime - up to 2x faster than 3rd Gen PCIe NVMe SSDs and up to 12x faster than SATA SSDs. The FireCuda 530 features a Seagate validatedE18 controller and 3D TLC NAND for speed and robustness that pushes the limits of your PC. Designed for heavy continuous loads - with up to 5,100 TBW (4TB model), you can erase 70% of the SSD's total capacity every day for five years. Games with demanding graphics and large files are no problem - thanks to capacities of up to 4 TB, you can access your game collection at any time and don't have to pause when rendering. Gaming and Content Creation: With high transfer speeds of up to 7,300 MB/s, durability and capacity, content creation applications run faster and smoother. Three-year Rescue Data Recovery Services1 give you peace of mind and an industry-leading 95% success rate in recovering data after unexpected data loss.
4. WD Black SN770
Get better in-game responsiveness and smoother streaming with the PCIe Gen4 interface for a noticeable performance boost. The interface is compatible with popular CPU and motherboard platforms, and backward compatible with PCIe Gen3.
Boost the performance of your laptop
Benefit from up to 20% higher energy efficiency at maximum speed compared to the previous generation1 (1TB model) for an even better gaming experience on your mobile device.
Longer and better gaming
Optimize peak performance in gaming mode and monitor drive health via the WD_BLACK dashboard for worry-free gaming.
5. Lexar NM790
With blazing-fast sequential read speeds of up to 7,400 MB/s, sequential write speeds of up to 6,500 MB/s, and random read speeds of up to 1,000,000 IOPs, the Lexar NM790 SSD has the performance to get you across the finish line first or first to meet even the most demanding deadlines with ease.
The Lexar NM790 M.2 2280 PCIe Gen 4x4 NVMe SSD is twice as fast as PCIe Gen3 SSDs, helping you achieve the best performance and speed.
The Lexar NM790 M.2 2280 PCIe Gen 4x4 NVMe SSD consumes up to 40% less power than PCIe Gen 4 SSDs with DRAM2 cache support, not only reducing energy costs, but also extending the time between charges of your laptop's battery.
Host Memory Buffer (HMB) 3.0 allows the drive to utilise the device's DRAM, and the dynamic SLC cache writes to single-level memory cells to ensure fast and smooth operation.
Designed for hardcore gamers, professionals and developers, the Lexar NM790 SSD gives you the performance you need to speed up your game and keep up with your creative thoughts.
The Lexar NM790 SSD is compatible with laptops, desktops and PS5.
6. Samsung 970 EVO Plus
Equipped with the latest V-NAND technology, the 970 EVO Plus is even faster than the 970 EVO and also features firmware optimisation. Thanks to NVMe, even greater bandwidth is made possible for even faster access times. It is specifically designed for tech professionals, gamers, and professionals who frequently work on creating and editing videos or simulations. With 3bit MLC V-NAND technology and the proven Phoenix controller, the 970 EVO Plus offers unsurpassed performance and exceptional reliability in a small M.2 2280 form factor. Combined with Samsung V-NAND technology, the powerful Phoenix controller and improved Intelligent TurboWrite technology, the 970 EVO Plus delivers impressive sequential read/write performance. Intelligent TurboWrite technology uses a large buffer size to enable faster write speeds, improving ease of use especially when transferring large files or heavy workloads. The Samsung controller on the 970 EVO Plus is nickel-plated and the SSD's drive module has a heat spreader to effectively dissipate waste heat from operation. In addition, the Dynamic Thermal Guard function constantly monitors the drive so that optimum operating temperatures are maintained and performance can be kept constant. The Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) security technology of the 970 EVO Plus helps keep your data secure at all times. In addition, there is an AES 256-bit encryption engine to ensure the security of your personal files. Hardware-based encryption secures your data without the performance degradation that can occur with software-based encryption. The 970 EVO Plus is also compatible with various advanced security management solutions (TCG Opal and Encrypted Drive-IEEE1667). The 970 EVO comes with Samsung Data Migration and Magician software that are easy to install and simplify the management of your SSD. Samsung Data Migration offers you a very powerful custom cloning feature that makes migration effortless, even if the amount of source data is greater than the capacity of the SSD. Magician provides personalized firmware checks and features tailored to each user's drives. The software even automatically updates the firmware to ensure that the drive's performance remains up to date. With this SSD, data is transferred using PCI-Express, leaving conventional SATA SSDs far behind in terms of transfer rate. M.2 SSDs are installed on the motherboard via the M.2 socket. Due to their compact dimensions, they are particularly suitable for use in Ultrabooks and Mini-PCs, but can also be used in normal computers. In systems with NVMe-support this SSD shines especially. You benefit from high throughput, high IOPS and low latency. Unlike the older AHCI protocol designed for traditional spinning drives, NVMe prevents performance degradation, provides faster transmission of large amounts of data, increased boot speeds, and improved system response time.
7. Samsung 980 Pro
Unleash the power of the Samsung SSD 980 Pro, Samsung's first PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD for home use - for next-level computing experiences. Designed for graphics-intensive games and high-performance applications, the 980 Pro uses Samsung's proprietary controller and PCIe 4.0 to double the data transfer rate of PCIe 3.0, while backward compatibility and a compact M.2 form factor provide versatility and flexibility in a variety of high-performance computing solutions.
Next-level NVMe SSD performance: Samsung's custom-built Elpis controller for PCIe 4.0 SSDs, advanced V-NAND and DRAM technologies, and all other components and firmware of the 980 Pro are designed and manufactured in-house by Samsung to maximise performance and speed. The 980 Pro is approximately twice as fast as previous generation PCIe 3.0 SSDs and 12.7 times faster than SATA SSDs.
A winning combination: Designed for hardcore gamers, creative professionals and tech-savvy users, the 980 Pro delivers high-performance bandwidth and throughput for performance-intensive applications in gaming, graphics, data analytics and more. It loads games quickly on both PCs and consoles, allowing you to play more and wait less. Its performance is also optimised for seamless processing of 4K and 8K content. Built in a compact M.2 2280 form factor, the 980 Pro easily plugs into desktop PCs and laptops for maximum PCB design flexibility. Optimised energy efficiency makes the drive ideal for high-performance computing systems.
Intelligent, reliable temperature control: The next level of performance of the 980 Pro is underpinned by exceptional temperature control. The SSD uses a nickel plating instead of an external copper enclosure to better control the temperature of the controller, as well as a heat spreader label that efficiently controls the temperature of the NAND controller. Embedded with state-of-the-art Dynamic Thermal Guard technology, the 980 Pro handles temperature management autonomously and automatically, ensuring reliable performance. To prevent long-term performance fluctuations, Samsung's Dynamic Thermal Guard technology constantly monitors the temperature of the 980 Pro and keeps it within the optimal range.
8. Samsung 990 Pro with Heatsink
9. Crucial P3
Mediocre boot speeds are not enough - neither at work nor on the road or in games. But the Crucial P3 SSD is anything but mediocre. With NVMe performance almost 6 times faster than SATA and nearly 22x faster than a hard drive, the P3 is head and shoulders above older storage technologies. With sequential read/write speeds up to 3500/3000MB/s, storage capacities up to 4TB, Micron Advanced 3D NAND and innovative controller technology, the Crucial P3 gives you the speed you need at the price you want. Enjoy faster boot speeds, downloads and file transfers and store all your files, photos, videos, apps and games reliably and with enough space in the top quality you expect from Crucial.
- Sequential read/write up to 3500/3000 MB/s
- Dynamic write acceleration
- Redundant NAND array (RAIN)
- Multi-level data integrity algorithm
- Adaptive thermal protection
- Integrated power failure immunity
- Active garbage collection
- TRIM support
- Self-monitoring, analysis and status reporting system (SMART)
- Error correction code (ECC)
- Power saving mode
10. Samsung 980
High-performance and cost-effective PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSD for gaming and everyday applications.
Advanced V-NAND storage technology in a compact M.2 form factor (2280).
High data transfer speeds of up to 3,500 MB/s (1TB version) - more than 6.2 times faster than SATA SSDs
Intelligent TurboWrite 2.0 with up to 160GB dynamic buffer memory for long-lasting high performance
Supports Full Power Mode for highest possible performance at low latency
Accelerate your PC to NVMe speed
Whether it's performance power for your games or fast processing of large graphics: With the SSD 980, you can help your computer achieve powerful performance. The 980 is a smart and cost-effective choice for high-speed SSDs - enabled by a PCIe 3.0 interface and NVMe technology.
Packed with power - for plenty of speed
High sequential read and write speeds of up to 3,500MB/s and 3,000MB/s (1TB version) respectively - so you can get going fast. The SSD 980 can be more than 6.2 times faster than a Samsung SATA SSD2.3 and uses Samsung's NVMe SSD technology to deliver high NVMe speeds.
Excellent choice for gamers
If you're working with large files or playing graphics-intensive games, you need strong performance. The SSD 980 supports Full Power Mode for high performance and low latency, giving you high potential NVMe performance for a fast-paced gaming experience.
Built to last
Keep your data safe with an SSD that's built to last. With up to 600TBW (1TB version) and a 5-year limited warranty², the SSD 980 offers high endurance and proven longevity. This is made possible by Samsung's proprietary technologies, including the advanced controller, V-NAND flash memory and the latest firmware.
Effective protection against overheating
High-performance SSDs require appropriate temperature management. To provide consistent performance, the SSD 980 is equipped with a nickel coating that can improve the heat level of the controller. In addition, a heat spreader dissipates the operating heat and can thus effectively regulate the temperature of the flash memory.
Practical Temperature Management
With Samsung's latest heat regulation algorithm, the SSD 980 can control temperatures independently to operate with durable and reliable performance. To minimize performance fluctuations in the long run, Samsung's Dynamic Thermal Guard technology keeps the SSD 980's operating temperature at a suitable level.
Samsung Magician Software
Get the full power of your SSD 980 with Samsung Magician software, featuring intuitive and advanced features that let you keep an eye on your drive's health, adjust performance, protect important data, and keep up with essential updates - so you can really get the most out of your SSD.
