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title: "SAMSUNG 990 EVO SSD 1TB, PCIe Gen 4x4, Gen 5x2 M.2 2280 NVMe Internal Solid State Drive, Speeds Up to 5,000MB/s, Upgrade Storage for PC Computer, Laptop, MZ-V9E1T0B/AM, Black"
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# 5,000MB/s read speed 70% better power efficiency Smart thermal control SAMSUNG 990 EVO SSD 1TB, PCIe Gen 4x4, Gen 5x2 M.2 2280 NVMe Internal Solid State Drive, Speeds Up to 5,000MB/s, Upgrade Storage for PC Computer, Laptop, MZ-V9E1T0B/AM, Black

**Brand:** samsung
**Price:** KSh102606
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Upgrade to the Samsung 990 EVO — where speed meets smart power and cool reliability!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** SAMSUNG 990 EVO SSD 1TB, PCIe Gen 4x4, Gen 5x2 M.2 2280 NVMe Internal Solid State Drive, Speeds Up to 5,000MB/s, Upgrade Storage for PC Computer, Laptop, MZ-V9E1T0B/AM, Black by samsung
- **How much does it cost?** KSh102606 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- samsung enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted samsung brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Magician Software Magic:** Keep your SSD performing like new with automatic firmware updates, encryption, and health monitoring.
- • **Power-Savvy Performance:** Boost productivity with up to 70% improved performance per watt—work smarter, not harder on your battery life.
- • **Stay Cool Under Pressure:** Advanced thermal control prevents overheating and throttling, so your drive stays reliable during intense sessions.
- • **Future-Proof PCIe 5.0 Ready:** Optimized for the latest PCIe 5.0 interface, ensuring your storage keeps pace with tomorrow’s tech demands.
- • **Blazing Fast PCIe Gen 4x4 & Gen 5x2:** Experience lightning-quick data transfers up to 5,000MB/s that keep your workflow and gaming seamless.

## Overview

The Samsung 990 EVO 1TB SSD is a cutting-edge internal NVMe drive featuring PCIe Gen 4x4 and Gen 5x2 interfaces, delivering blazing read/write speeds up to 5,000/4,200 MB/s. It offers 70% improved power efficiency over previous models, smart thermal control to prevent overheating, and seamless performance management via Magician software. Designed for professionals and gamers seeking a future-proof, high-performance storage upgrade, it fits standard M.2 2280 slots and is backed by Samsung’s trusted reliability.

## Description

Fast speeds. Power efficiency. Temperature control. It’s everything you want in a storage device. It boasts the latest available PCIe 5.0 interface along with improved performance compared to 970 EVO Plus². ¹Sequential and random write performance was measured with Intelligent Turbo Write technology being activated. Intelligent Turbo Write operates only within a specific data transfer size. Performance may vary depending on SSD’s firmware, system hardware & configuration and other factors. For detailed information, please contact your local service center. Test system configuration: AMD Ryzen9 7950x 16-Core Processor CPU@4.5GHz, DDR5 4800MHz 16GBx2 (PC5-38400), OS-Windows 11 Pro 64bit, Chipset - ASRock X670E Taichi. To maximize the performance of the 990 EVO, please check whether your system supports PCIe ® 4.0 or PCIe ® 5.0 at the Intel or AMD website. ²970 EVO Plus Sequential Read/Write 636/550 MB/Watt, 990 EVO Sequential Read/Write 1,020/933 MB/Watt based on test result of the 1TB capacity model.

Review: Awesome upgrade - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Blazing Fast & Reliable — Best 2 TB SSD Upgrade! The Samsung EVO Plus 2 TB SSD has been an amazing upgrade for my system! From the moment I installed it, performance improved dramatically. The read and write speeds are incredibly fast, loading applications and transferring large files is smooth and nearly instantaneous. Whether I’m gaming, editing videos, or handling heavy workloads, this SSD keeps everything running responsively without lag. Installation was simple — the drive was recognized right away, and cloning my old drive took no time at all. I also love that it runs cool and quietly, with excellent durability and reliability from a trusted brand. The extra 2 TB of storage gives me plenty of space for games, media, and projects without worrying about running out of room. Great value for such high quality and performance! Definitely ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ — highly recommended for anyone upgrading their laptop or PC! 🚀💾
Review: Absolutely Obliterated My Old SATA SSD - A Must-Have for Gamers - As a PC builder and heavy gamer, my old SATA SSD was becoming a serious bottleneck for my i7-12700K and RTX 5070 Ti system. I chose the Samsung 990 EVO Plus 2TB to be my new primary OS and games drive, and the difference is staggering. This isn't just an upgrade; it's a complete transformation. Real-World Performance: The Numbers Don't Lie The specs are impressive (up to 7,250 MB/s read), but the real-world results are what matter. Here’s what I saw after cloning my Windows 11 Pro installation and my main games over: Windows Boot Time: Cut from ~25 seconds to under 8 seconds. Game Load Times: Loading into my save file in Cyberpunk 2077 went from over 30 seconds to about 9 seconds. Levels in other demanding games load almost instantly. File Transfers: Moving a 100GB game folder from my old drive to this one took just a couple of minutes, a task that used to take over 15 minutes. The PCIe Gen 4 interface is the key here. Day-to-day use is incredibly snappy, and the drive doesn't slow down even when installing a huge game while running other programs, thanks to the Intelligent TurboWrite 2.0 cache. Installation & A Note on Heatsinks The M.2 2280 form factor made installation a breeze on my ASUS PRIME Z690-P motherboard. One of the main "cons" of this drive is that it doesn't include a heatsink. This was not an issue for me, as my motherboard has its own built-in M.2 heatsinks which keep the drive running cool under load. However, if your motherboard doesn't have one, I'd recommend buying a cheap M.2 heatsink to ensure you don't get any thermal throttling during intense, long gaming sessions. Final Verdict: Worth Every Penny for a High-End Build While the Samsung 990 EVO Plus is a premium drive with a premium price, it's one of the most impactful upgrades I've ever made to my PC. The sheer speed and responsiveness it brings to the entire system are undeniable. If you have a PCIe Gen 4 compatible system and you're still using an older SATA SSD or a slower NVMe drive, this is a no-brainer. It unlocks the full potential of your other components. I've attached a photo of the drive installed on my motherboard under the heatsink. Highly recommended!

## Features

- READ/WRITE SPEEDS UP TO 5,000/4,200 MB/s: Load games and save files in a flash. Bring power to your productivity with read and write speeds of up to 5,000/4,200 MB/s.* The 990 EVO provides continuous speed to keep you going.
- POWER EFFICIENCY: Save the power for your performance. Get power efficiency all while experiencing up to 70% improved performance per watt over the 970 EVO Plus.* It makes every move more effective with less power consumption overall.
- SMART THERMAL CONTROL: Now you can ramp things up without overheating the system. Samsung’s fine tuned controller and heat spreading label deliver effective thermal control to avoid sudden performance drops mid project. It cools things down even when things are running high, so your hard earned checkpoints are saved.
- PCIe 5.0 INTERFACE: Optimized to support the latest technology for SSDs 990 EVO is compatible with PCIe 4.0 x4 and PCIe 5.0 x2. This means you get more bandwidth and higher data processing and performance. Overall, it does more to support smooth storage with less power consumption.
- ALWAYS UP TO DATE VIA MAGICIAN SOFTWARE: It’s not hocus pocus. Your 990 EVO SSD performs like new with the always up to date Magician Software. Stay up to speed with the latest firmware updates, extra encryption and continual monitoring of your drive health it works like a charm.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0CRCC9863 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #1 in Internal Solid State Drives |
| Brand | Samsung |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (9,397) |
| Date First Available | January 23, 2024 |
| Flash Memory Size | 1 TB |
| Hard Drive | 1 TB Solid State Drive |
| Hard Drive Interface | Solid State |
| Hardware Platform | PC |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 3.1 x 0.9 x 0.1 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.32 ounces |
| Item model number | MZ-V9E1T0B/AM |
| Manufacturer | SAMSUNG |
| Product Dimensions | 3.1 x 0.9 x 0.1 inches |
| Series | 990 EVO |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Samsung
- **Color:** Black
- **Compatible Devices:** Laptop, Mac, PC
- **Connectivity Technology:** PCIe Gen 4x4, PCIe Gen 5x2
- **Digital Storage Capacity:** 1 TB
- **Hard Disk Description:** Solid State Drive
- **Hard Disk Form Factor:** 2.5 Inches
- **Hard Disk Interface:** Solid State
- **Installation Type:** Internal Hard Drive

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awesome upgrade
*by F***O on January 12, 2026*

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Blazing Fast & Reliable — Best 2 TB SSD Upgrade! The Samsung EVO Plus 2 TB SSD has been an amazing upgrade for my system! From the moment I installed it, performance improved dramatically. The read and write speeds are incredibly fast, loading applications and transferring large files is smooth and nearly instantaneous. Whether I’m gaming, editing videos, or handling heavy workloads, this SSD keeps everything running responsively without lag. Installation was simple — the drive was recognized right away, and cloning my old drive took no time at all. I also love that it runs cool and quietly, with excellent durability and reliability from a trusted brand. The extra 2 TB of storage gives me plenty of space for games, media, and projects without worrying about running out of room. Great value for such high quality and performance! Definitely ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ — highly recommended for anyone upgrading their laptop or PC! 🚀💾

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely Obliterated My Old SATA SSD - A Must-Have for Gamers
*by S***T on June 10, 2025*

As a PC builder and heavy gamer, my old SATA SSD was becoming a serious bottleneck for my i7-12700K and RTX 5070 Ti system. I chose the Samsung 990 EVO Plus 2TB to be my new primary OS and games drive, and the difference is staggering. This isn't just an upgrade; it's a complete transformation. Real-World Performance: The Numbers Don't Lie The specs are impressive (up to 7,250 MB/s read), but the real-world results are what matter. Here’s what I saw after cloning my Windows 11 Pro installation and my main games over: Windows Boot Time: Cut from ~25 seconds to under 8 seconds. Game Load Times: Loading into my save file in Cyberpunk 2077 went from over 30 seconds to about 9 seconds. Levels in other demanding games load almost instantly. File Transfers: Moving a 100GB game folder from my old drive to this one took just a couple of minutes, a task that used to take over 15 minutes. The PCIe Gen 4 interface is the key here. Day-to-day use is incredibly snappy, and the drive doesn't slow down even when installing a huge game while running other programs, thanks to the Intelligent TurboWrite 2.0 cache. Installation & A Note on Heatsinks The M.2 2280 form factor made installation a breeze on my ASUS PRIME Z690-P motherboard. One of the main "cons" of this drive is that it doesn't include a heatsink. This was not an issue for me, as my motherboard has its own built-in M.2 heatsinks which keep the drive running cool under load. However, if your motherboard doesn't have one, I'd recommend buying a cheap M.2 heatsink to ensure you don't get any thermal throttling during intense, long gaming sessions. Final Verdict: Worth Every Penny for a High-End Build While the Samsung 990 EVO Plus is a premium drive with a premium price, it's one of the most impactful upgrades I've ever made to my PC. The sheer speed and responsiveness it brings to the entire system are undeniable. If you have a PCIe Gen 4 compatible system and you're still using an older SATA SSD or a slower NVMe drive, this is a no-brainer. It unlocks the full potential of your other components. I've attached a photo of the drive installed on my motherboard under the heatsink. Highly recommended!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fast, Stable High-Capacity SSD for Modern Systems
*by C***P on January 3, 2026*

I purchased the Samsung 990 EVO Plus 4TB SSD to expand storage and improve overall system responsiveness in a desktop PC that supports PCIe Gen 4, with forward compatibility for Gen 5 slots. Intended use: Primary storage for the operating system, applications, games, and large media files. Installation and compatibility: Installation was straightforward, and the drive was immediately recognized by the system. It works seamlessly in a PCIe Gen 4x4 slot and is backward- and forward-compatible with supported systems, which adds flexibility for future upgrades. Performance: In daily use, the drive feels very fast, with quick boot times, fast file transfers, and responsive application launches. Large file operations and game loading times are noticeably improved compared to older SSDs. Performance has remained consistent during extended use without throttling issues in a well-ventilated case. Capacity and use case: The 4TB capacity is ideal for users who need substantial storage without juggling multiple drives. It comfortably handles large game libraries, creative projects, and backups in a single drive. Software and reliability: Samsung’s management software provides useful tools for drive monitoring and firmware updates. Stability has been solid, with no errors or connection issues observed. Limitations: To fully benefit from maximum speeds, a compatible motherboard and proper cooling are important. For basic use, the performance may exceed what’s strictly necessary. Overall experience: After regular use, the SSD has been reliable and consistently fast, making everyday tasks feel smooth and efficient. Conclusion: The Samsung 990 EVO Plus 4TB is a strong option for users who want high capacity, dependable performance, and compatibility with modern PCIe platforms in a single drive.

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