I snagged the SAMSUNG 990 PRO SSD 1TB for my new PC build last year, and it was absolutely one of the best decisions I made. From the moment I booted up, I knew this drive was something special. The speeds are simply incredible. My system flies! Boot times are practically non-existent, applications launch instantly, and even large file transfers are a breeze. PCIe 4.0 truly shines with this drive, and I've noticed a significant performance boost in everything I do, from gaming to video editing. Installation was a snap, and the included Samsung Magician software is a fantastic tool for monitoring drive health and optimizing performance. It's clear that Samsung has put a lot of thought into the design and functionality of this SSD. If you're looking for top-tier performance and reliability for your new build, or even to upgrade an existing system, I wholeheartedly recommend the SAMSUNG 990 PRO 1TB. It's a premium drive, but the speed and responsiveness it delivers are worth every penny. My system has been running flawlessly since I installed it, and I couldn't be happier with my purchase!

The SAMSUNG 990 PRO w/ Heatsink SSD (2TB) is an absolute beast when it comes to speed and performance! The PCIe Gen4 technology delivers lightning-fast read/write speeds, making a noticeable difference in boot times, game loading, and file transfers. If you're upgrading from an older SSD or HDD, you’ll feel the difference instantly! The built-in heatsink is a fantastic addition—it prevents overheating and maintains peak performance, especially during extended gaming sessions or heavy workloads. This SSD is perfect for PS5, high-end PCs, and workstations, ensuring smooth multitasking and ultra-fast responsiveness. Installation was quick and hassle-free, and Samsung's Magician software makes it easy to monitor performance and optimize settings. If you want top-tier speed, reliability, and efficient thermal management, this SSD is a no-brainer. Highly recommended for gamers, content creators, and power users!

....it is a top-notch quality product. It did EXACTLY what it said it would do. The read speeds are above the minimum recommended parameters and expanded my memory to just over 2TB. Very simple to install but I do recommend that a heatsink be applied to prevent any possible overheating of the memory card. I did purchase a heatsink and a vented cover. No issues. Easily formated.

TL;DR: best ssd for ps5 and ps5 pro. I upgraded from a 2tb Samsung 980 to this (4tb 990). It gives roughly 4.1tb worth of storage, so you actually get more than whats advertised, WHICH NEVER HAPPENS. I wanted to buy the 8tb, but I saved $300 buying this and the 4tb Samsung t9 (get the t7 instead. I detailed it in my review for that). Like the previous ssd, it works as if running directly from the console. I bought this (and the t9) in preparation for the ps5 pro, downloaded everything (on both storages), and just waited for the pro to come in. When it did, I just installed the 990 into the pro, and that was it. Again, works as if installed into the console itself. All the benefits of using a pro (better visuals, better fps, pssr) are all noticeable with 0 issue. I have over 50 ps5 games, with equals about 2tb in storage. This combined with the internals (roughly) 1.5tb (usable), and the t9 gives me almost 10tb worth of storage. Seems insane, but can fill up quickly if you buy a lot of games, ESPECIALLY if they take up a lot of space (*cough* CoD *cough*). I think the price is decent, wish it was a little cheaper, but you can buy 2tb for around $150, so there's that. It's also dumb easy to install. Taking the ps5/pro's plate is harder than installing this, just make sure you have different screwdriver sizes on hand (don't know the size. If you have a multi socket screwdriver, you'll be fine). In the end, regardless of which storage capacity you go with (recommend 2tb minimum), this is the ssd to buy.

The SAMSUNG 990 PRO w/ Heatsink SSD 2TB is absolutely incredible! The performance is better than expected—my system boots up faster, load times are significantly reduced, and everything runs smoother than ever. The PCIe Gen4 speed is incredibly fast, and I’ve noticed a huge difference in both my gaming and general usage experience. The 2TB of additional storage is exactly what I needed for my PS5 game downloads and files. With the added heatsink, the drive stays cool even during extended gaming sessions, ensuring consistent performance without any thermal throttling. Installation was effortless. If you’re looking for a high-performance SSD that delivers on speed and capacity, this one is a game-changer. Highly recommended!

The SAMSUNG 990 PRO 1TB SSD delivers exceptional speed and reliability for demanding computing tasks. With sequential read speeds up to 7,450 MB/s, this PCIe 4.0 drive pushes the limits of what's possible with current SSD technology. Performance is where this drive truly shines. In real-world testing, it consistently achieves its rated speeds, with sequential writes up to 6,900 MB/s While gaming performance is good, it's not class-leading. Some competing drives edge it out slightly in game loading benchmarks. Thermal management is solid, with the drive maintaining consistent performance under load when paired with a proper heatsink. One minor drawback is the price, which is slightly higher than some competitors. However, the combination of top-tier performance, reliability, and software support justifies the premium for many users.

El producto es sublime. Lo compré para ser instalado en mi play station 5 (PS5) y debo decir que los videojuegos almacenados en el disco duro samsung los corre mucho más fluidos qué incluso los almacenados en le disco duro interno del PS5. No requiere de un disipador de calor por que ya que lo trae instalado, la velocidad de transferencia es de lo mejor del mercado a pesar de que el equipo salio a la venta hace 3 años. Lo vale y lo recomiendo. Revise varios videos en YouTube sobre como instalar en la PS5 y no tuve ningún problema.

theres genuinely nothing to complain about. Incredible speeds. Effortless compatibility with data migration with the samsung magician app.

perfect

This is a premium SSD at a fantastic price. Installed into laptop and noticed the improved performance.

I’ve come to favour Samsung for ssd memory. Their venerable T7 is possibly one if not the most widely used ssd ever and having been so, we know Samsung has learned how to make reliable products. I have several T7 and T7 Shield ssd’s for years now and never had one problem. So when it came time for another stick nvme for me it was a no brainer. I’ll say, I do have Lexar sticks too which have been flawless, but the 4 TB Samsung was on sale and I didn’t think twice about it. I use these in ssd enclosures. Ugreen and ACASIS. I use two Ugreen’s 40 GBPS enclosures in Raid 1 as my back up for all my videos. I’m an amateur photographer and make lots of family videos throughout the year. These are backed up on my iCloud as I’m in the Mac IOS echo system. But I want copies I myself control so if any catastrophes happen I have my own copies. Two to be exact. So I use the soft raid system in my MacBook Pro to arrange the raid 1 set up and well, it kind of works perfect. In Raid 1 set up, I’m getting around 2700 mbs transfer speeds. Over 3000 mbs read. Alone, with my Thunderbolt 4 set up, these Samsung 990 Pros get over 3000 mbps individually. See my attached photo - that’s the measurement for individual speeds when in the Ugreen 40 gbps enclosure. Not bad. And I’m really happy that within the raid 1 system, it’s a bit lower, but still blazing fast. And of course, this taking into account that unless you go Thunderbolt 5, you are essentially using only half the potential of the 980 Pro. If you are in Thunderbolt 4 or lower, you can save good money with a stick that isn’t nearly this fast. I’m just a person who likes getting the best stuff, even when it’s not needed. It’s just one of my defects. Ok, cons. Well, stick style SSD’s get super hot under moderate to significant use. I really don’t know how they survive. But they do. The Samsung 980 Pro is no different. Yes, I put a 2mm heat sinking gel on the memory, the enclosure has a fan, but holy man, it still generates allot of heat. Nothing I haven’t seen before, but if this is your first experience with these, keep that in mind. I do recommend getting an enclosure with big heat sinks (see OWC) or one that has good reviews for heat dissipation. Anyways, this is 980 Pro is a top-tier memory stick that has the brand name of performance and reliability. Only time will tell if it lives up to all that. But based on my experience with Samsung memory, it’s the best I’ve come across. Recommended.