2 TB · M.2 2280 without factory heatsink · MZ-V9S2T0BW
A 2 TB NVMe SSD rated up to 7,250 MB/s read and 6,300 MB/s write over PCIe 4.0 x4 or PCIe 5.0 x2, with TLC V-NAND and a 1,200 TB write rating. It has no factory heatsink.
Specifications checked 11 Sept 2026.
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Manufacturer specifications2 TB · M.2 2280 with factory heatsink · MZ-V9P2T0CW
A 2 TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD rated up to 7,450 MB/s read and 6,900 MB/s write, with TLC V-NAND, 2 GB LPDDR4 cache and a 1,200 TB write rating. This version includes a factory heatsink.
Specifications checked 11 Sept 2026.
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Manufacturer specification
Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresManufacturer specification · Host support and available lanes determine operation; interface generation is not an application-performance result.
Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheetCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Manufacturer specification
Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresManufacturer specification · Manufacturer's stated DRAM cache capacity for this storage capacity.
Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheetCompare the exact DRAM capacity and cache configuration. Onboard DRAM is a separate specification from a write buffer; neither is a measured performance or reliability rating.
Manufacturer specification · This bare module has no factory heatsink. A thermal label is not an enclosure.
Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresManufacturer specification · Factory fitted. Samsung instructs users not to remove it or overtighten the drive; removing it voids the stated product warranty. Check the complete 80.15 × 25 × 8.88 mm clearance.
Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheetCheck the exact drive envelope and host cooling requirements. A factory heatsink can change clearance and removal restrictions; its presence alone does not prove faster sustained performance.
Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer write caching is active for peak claims. Samsung does not list the buffer capacity or post-cache write speed for this 2 TB model.
Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresManufacturer specification · Manufacturer write caching is active for peak write claims and operates only within a specific transfer size. Samsung does not list the buffer capacity or post-cache write speed for this 2 TB model.
Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheetCompare the exact capacity and cache state. After-buffer claims differ from cached peaks; workload, free space, host and test method affect results. A write buffer is not onboard DRAM or a guarantee of sustained application speed.
Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer up-to claims measured with IOmeter 1.1.0, Ryzen 9 7950X, ASRock X670E Taichi, 32 GB DDR5-4800 and Windows 11 Pro. Secondary drive in a fan-cooled desktop; writes use Intelligent TurboWrite within its buffer. Firmware, host and workload affect results; Samsung does not list a post-cache write speed.
Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresManufacturer specification · Samsung IOmeter 1.1.0 claims: Ryzen 7 5800X, 32 GB DDR4-3600, ASRock X570 Taichi, Windows 10 Pro; secondary drive. Writes use Intelligent TurboWrite; peak rates depend on firmware, host, workload and cache state.
Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheetManufacturer peak claims depend on cache state, host and workload. Queue depth and test systems must match before performance can be compared; these figures do not establish a faster everyday drive.
Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer up-to claims measured with IOmeter 1.1.0, Ryzen 9 7950X, ASRock X670E Taichi, 32 GB DDR5-4800 and Windows 11 Pro. Secondary drive in a fan-cooled desktop; writes use Intelligent TurboWrite within its buffer. Firmware, host and workload affect results; Samsung does not list a post-cache write speed.
Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsManufacturer specification · Samsung IOmeter 1.1.0 claims: Ryzen 7 5800X, 32 GB DDR4-3600, ASRock X570 Taichi, Windows 10 Pro; secondary drive. Writes use Intelligent TurboWrite; peak rates depend on firmware, host, workload and cache state.
Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheetManufacturer peak claims depend on cache state, host and workload. Queue depth and test systems must match before performance can be compared; these figures do not establish a faster everyday drive.
Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer up-to claims measured with IOmeter 1.1.0, Ryzen 9 7950X, ASRock X670E Taichi, 32 GB DDR5-4800 and Windows 11 Pro. Secondary drive in a fan-cooled desktop; writes use Intelligent TurboWrite within its buffer. Firmware, host and workload affect results; Samsung does not list a post-cache write speed.
Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsManufacturer specification · Samsung IOmeter 1.1.0 claims: Ryzen 7 5800X, 32 GB DDR4-3600, ASRock X570 Taichi, Windows 10 Pro; secondary drive. Writes use Intelligent TurboWrite; peak rates depend on firmware, host, workload and cache state.
Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheetManufacturer peak claims depend on cache state, host and workload. Queue depth and test systems must match before performance can be compared; these figures do not establish a faster everyday drive.
Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer up-to claim, 4 KB QD32 (thread count not stated). IOmeter 1.1.0, Ryzen 9 7950X / X670E Taichi, 32 GB DDR5-4800, Windows 11 Pro, fan-cooled secondary drive; write results require TurboWrite.
Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresManufacturer specification · Manufacturer up-to claim, QD32 / 16 threads; not a single-thread desktop result. IOmeter 1.1.0 on Ryzen 5800X / X570 Taichi, 32 GB DDR4-3600, Windows 10 Pro, secondary drive. Firmware, host and workload affect results.
Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheetManufacturer peak claims depend on cache state, host and workload. Queue depth and test systems must match before performance can be compared; these figures do not establish a faster everyday drive.
Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer up-to claim, 4 KB QD32 (thread count not stated). IOmeter 1.1.0, Ryzen 9 7950X / X670E Taichi, 32 GB DDR5-4800, Windows 11 Pro, fan-cooled secondary drive; write results require TurboWrite.
Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresManufacturer specification · Manufacturer up-to claim, QD32 / 16 threads with Intelligent TurboWrite active. Same disclosed IOmeter/Ryzen/X570 secondary-drive setup; not a post-cache sustained result.
Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheetManufacturer peak claims depend on cache state, host and workload. Queue depth and test systems must match before performance can be compared; these figures do not establish a faster everyday drive.
Manufacturer specification · PDF backward compatibility. Host protocol and lane availability still determine actual operation.
Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsManufacturer specification · Backward compatibility. Suitable NVMe host, lane allocation and physical clearance remain required; Gen 4 headline speeds are not promised on Gen 3.
Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheetCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Manufacturer specification · 2 TB column. Active IOmeter power test uses Ryzen 5 7600 / ASUS ProArt X670E-CREATOR WIFI STCOM / Windows 10 Pro; PDF states 32 GB DDR5-3200. This differs from the speed test. Idle requires APST and sleep is L1.2. These are not a constant everyday load.
Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsManufacturer specification · 2 TB datasheet column; idle requires APST on, active values are average read/write under the disclosed IOmeter/Ryzen/X570 test. These power states are not a constant everyday load.
Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheetCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer application class; no enterprise or console installation guarantee.
Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsManufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed application class. The host needs compatible NVMe support, correct installation and cooling.
Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheetCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Samsung lists these as maximum dimensions. This version has no factory heatsink. · Manufacturer specification
Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung lists these as maximum dimensions, including the factory heatsink. · Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer dimensions; confirm installation clearance.
Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheetA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
No source recorded for this side.
Manufacturer specification · The revised datasheet says removal may damage the drive and voids the product warranty. It also says not to overtighten when installing. Clearance must be checked before purchase.
Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheetEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Samsung does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · Samsung's tables specify HMB and do not state whether onboard DRAM is present. Host memory buffering is not onboard DRAM.
Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresManufacturer specification · The 2 TB technical column includes 2 GB LPDDR4. Having DRAM is not a measured performance result.
Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheetEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Samsung does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · Samsung does not list an onboard DRAM capacity. Host-memory use and TurboWrite buffer are distinct.
Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresManufacturer specification · 2 TB technical column: 2 GB LPDDR4 DRAM. Separate from the variable Intelligent TurboWrite write buffer.
Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheetEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Manufacturer specification · The UK feature page advertises data migration through Samsung Magician. Check software version, operating-system support and migration requirements.
Samsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · Samsung does not list a bundled migration tool for this model. Health, firmware and optimization functions alone do not confirm migration support.
Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheetEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Manufacturer specification · Current feature block lists migration, drive health and firmware updates. Check the current software version and its requirements.
Samsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresNo source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Samsung does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · Samsung's 2 TB page and PDF do not list QD1 results.
Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresManufacturer specification · Manufacturer up-to claim at QD1 / one thread on the disclosed IOmeter 1.1.0 Ryzen/X570 secondary-drive setup. Separate from QD32 headline figures.
Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheetEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Samsung does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · Samsung's 2 TB page and PDF do not list QD1 results.
Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresManufacturer specification · Manufacturer up-to claim at QD1 / one thread, with Intelligent TurboWrite active on the disclosed secondary-drive test setup.
Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheetEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Manufacturer specification · The UK page supports device sleep. Host support is required; device sleep is not the same as Modern Standby and gives no battery-life figure.
Samsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresNo source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Manufacturer specification · UK page says installation kit not available; no supplied screw or host heatsink is assumed.
Samsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresNo source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
No source recorded for this side.
Samsung does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · The datasheet mentions LED colour appearance but does not describe selectable modes or software support for this CW model. No control mode is guessed.
Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheetEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Samsung does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · Samsung does not state Modern Standby support; device sleep is a separate feature.
Samsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresNo source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Manufacturer specification · Product voltage range. Check the host slot is compatible.
Samsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresNo source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Manufacturer specification · Official feature block describes the nickel-coated controller. Samsung's 73% MB/s-per-watt figure is a marketing comparison, not a measured saving for this 2 TB drive.
Samsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresNo source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Manufacturer specification · Product page states WWN is not supported.
Samsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresNo source recorded for this side.
Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
Manufacturer specification · UK 2 TB specification maximum, not package mass or a measured sample.
Samsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · Samsung does not list the weight of the heatsink version.
Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheetEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
19 shared fields have the same recorded value.
| Specification | Samsung 990 EVO Plus | Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink |
|---|---|---|
Capacity SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · Decimal capacity; formatted usable space is lower. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Decimal capacity; formatting and system use reduce available space. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | 2000 GB | 2000 GB |
SSD / HDD SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | SSD | SSD |
Interface and versionDifferent SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Host support and available lanes determine operation; interface generation is not an application-performance result. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | PCIe 4.0 x4 or PCIe 5.0 x2; NVMe | PCIe 4.0 x4; NVMe |
Form factor SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Match the physical format and electrical interface to the host. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 |
Drive dimensionsDifferent SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Samsung lists these as maximum dimensions. This version has no factory heatsink. · Manufacturer specification Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Samsung lists these as maximum dimensions, including the factory heatsink. · Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer dimensions; confirm installation clearance. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | 80.15 × 22.15 × 2.38 mm | 80.15 × 25 × 8.88 mm |
Earlier PCIe supportDifferent SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · PDF backward compatibility. Host protocol and lane availability still determine actual operation. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Backward compatibility. Suitable NVMe host, lane allocation and physical clearance remain required; Gen 4 headline speeds are not promised on Gen 3. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | PCIe Gen 3 x4 and Gen 4 x4 | PCIe Gen 3 |
Thermal design SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · Official feature block describes the nickel-coated controller. Samsung's 73% MB/s-per-watt figure is a marketing comparison, not a measured saving for this 2 TB drive. Samsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink No source recorded. | Nickel-coated controller | Not provided |
Factory heatsinkDifferent SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · This bare module has no factory heatsink. A thermal label is not an enclosure. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Factory fitted. Samsung instructs users not to remove it or overtighten the drive; removing it voids the stated product warranty. Check the complete 80.15 × 25 × 8.88 mm clearance. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | No | Yes |
Maximum drive weight SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · UK 2 TB specification maximum, not package mass or a measured sample. Samsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Samsung does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · Samsung does not list the weight of the heatsink version. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | 9 g | Not listed by the manufacturer |
Factory heatsink removal SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus No source recorded. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · The revised datasheet says removal may damage the drive and voids the product warranty. It also says not to overtighten when installing. Clearance must be checked before purchase. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | Not provided | Do not remove |
Rated performance and conditionsDifferent SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer up-to claims measured with IOmeter 1.1.0, Ryzen 9 7950X, ASRock X670E Taichi, 32 GB DDR5-4800 and Windows 11 Pro. Secondary drive in a fan-cooled desktop; writes use Intelligent TurboWrite within its buffer. Firmware, host and workload affect results; Samsung does not list a post-cache write speed. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Samsung IOmeter 1.1.0 claims: Ryzen 7 5800X, 32 GB DDR4-3600, ASRock X570 Taichi, Windows 10 Pro; secondary drive. Writes use Intelligent TurboWrite; peak rates depend on firmware, host, workload and cache state. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | Up to 7250 MB/s sequential read; up to 6300 MB/s cached sequential write | Up to 7450 MB/s sequential read; up to 6900 MB/s cached sequential write |
Rated sequential readDifferent SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer up-to claims measured with IOmeter 1.1.0, Ryzen 9 7950X, ASRock X670E Taichi, 32 GB DDR5-4800 and Windows 11 Pro. Secondary drive in a fan-cooled desktop; writes use Intelligent TurboWrite within its buffer. Firmware, host and workload affect results; Samsung does not list a post-cache write speed. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Samsung IOmeter 1.1.0 claims: Ryzen 7 5800X, 32 GB DDR4-3600, ASRock X570 Taichi, Windows 10 Pro; secondary drive. Writes use Intelligent TurboWrite; peak rates depend on firmware, host, workload and cache state. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | 7250 MB/s | 7450 MB/s |
Rated sequential writeDifferent SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer up-to claims measured with IOmeter 1.1.0, Ryzen 9 7950X, ASRock X670E Taichi, 32 GB DDR5-4800 and Windows 11 Pro. Secondary drive in a fan-cooled desktop; writes use Intelligent TurboWrite within its buffer. Firmware, host and workload affect results; Samsung does not list a post-cache write speed. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Samsung IOmeter 1.1.0 claims: Ryzen 7 5800X, 32 GB DDR4-3600, ASRock X570 Taichi, Windows 10 Pro; secondary drive. Writes use Intelligent TurboWrite; peak rates depend on firmware, host, workload and cache state. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | 6300 MB/s | 6900 MB/s |
Rated random readDifferent SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer up-to claim, 4 KB QD32 (thread count not stated). IOmeter 1.1.0, Ryzen 9 7950X / X670E Taichi, 32 GB DDR5-4800, Windows 11 Pro, fan-cooled secondary drive; write results require TurboWrite. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer up-to claim, QD32 / 16 threads; not a single-thread desktop result. IOmeter 1.1.0 on Ryzen 5800X / X570 Taichi, 32 GB DDR4-3600, Windows 10 Pro, secondary drive. Firmware, host and workload affect results. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | 1000000 IOPS | 1400000 IOPS |
Rated random writeDifferent SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer up-to claim, 4 KB QD32 (thread count not stated). IOmeter 1.1.0, Ryzen 9 7950X / X670E Taichi, 32 GB DDR5-4800, Windows 11 Pro, fan-cooled secondary drive; write results require TurboWrite. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer up-to claim, QD32 / 16 threads with Intelligent TurboWrite active. Same disclosed IOmeter/Ryzen/X570 secondary-drive setup; not a post-cache sustained result. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | 1350000 IOPS | 1550000 IOPS |
Rated random read, QD1 SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Samsung does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · Samsung's 2 TB page and PDF do not list QD1 results. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer up-to claim at QD1 / one thread on the disclosed IOmeter 1.1.0 Ryzen/X570 secondary-drive setup. Separate from QD32 headline figures. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | Not listed by the manufacturer | 22000 IOPS |
Rated random write, QD1 SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Samsung does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · Samsung's 2 TB page and PDF do not list QD1 results. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer up-to claim at QD1 / one thread, with Intelligent TurboWrite active on the disclosed secondary-drive test setup. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | Not listed by the manufacturer | 80000 IOPS |
NAND type SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer terminology. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | Samsung V-NAND TLC | Samsung V-NAND TLC |
Cache arrangementDifferent SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer's stated DRAM cache capacity for this storage capacity. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | Host Memory Buffer (HMB) | 2 GB LPDDR4 DRAM |
Controller SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · Samsung does not give a codename, stepping or process node. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · The manufacturer identifies only its own controller here. Samsung does not give a codename, process node or stepping. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | Samsung in-house controller | Samsung in-house controller |
DRAM cache present SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Samsung does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · Samsung's tables specify HMB and do not state whether onboard DRAM is present. Host memory buffering is not onboard DRAM. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · The 2 TB technical column includes 2 GB LPDDR4. Having DRAM is not a measured performance result. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | Not listed by the manufacturer | Yes |
DRAM cache capacity SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Samsung does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · Samsung does not list an onboard DRAM capacity. Host-memory use and TurboWrite buffer are distinct. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · 2 TB technical column: 2 GB LPDDR4 DRAM. Separate from the variable Intelligent TurboWrite write buffer. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | Not listed by the manufacturer | 2 GB |
Write-buffer technologyDifferent SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer write caching is active for peak claims. Samsung does not list the buffer capacity or post-cache write speed for this 2 TB model. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer write caching is active for peak write claims and operates only within a specific transfer size. Samsung does not list the buffer capacity or post-cache write speed for this 2 TB model. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | Intelligent TurboWrite 2.0 | Intelligent TurboWrite |
Warranty terms and endurance if applicable SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung internal SSD limited warrantySamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer coverage is subject to purchase eligibility and applicable terms. A used drive may have less coverage left. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheetSamsung consumer SSD limited warranty — model, capacity and first limit | 5 years or 1200 TB written, whichever comes first; limited-warranty terms apply | 5 years or 1200 TB written, whichever comes first; limited-warranty terms apply |
Limited warranty time SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · Time limit, not a lifespan prediction. Coverage also ends at the TBW threshold; eligibility and full terms apply. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung internal SSD limited warrantySamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Time limit, not predicted lifespan; coverage also ends at the TBW threshold and is subject to full terms. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheetSamsung consumer SSD limited warranty — model, capacity and first limit | 5 years | 5 years |
Warranty write threshold SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · Warranty write threshold for this capacity; not a guaranteed failure point. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung internal SSD limited warrantySamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Capacity-specific warranty write threshold, not a guaranteed failure point. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheetSamsung consumer SSD limited warranty — model, capacity and first limit | 1200 TB | 1200 TB |
Manufacturer application scopeDifferent SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer application class; no enterprise or console installation guarantee. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer-listed application class. The host needs compatible NVMe support, correct installation and cooling. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | Client PCs | Client PCs and PlayStation 5 |
Manufacturer MTBF rating SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · Statistical manufacturer claim, not individual lifespan or guaranteed operating time. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Statistical manufacturer rating, not the lifespan or guaranteed operating time of an individual drive. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | 1,500,000 hours | 1,500,000 hours |
Hardware encryption support SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · Listed security capabilities do not mean encryption is enabled or supported by every host. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Data-security features. Support does not mean encryption is enabled by default or that a particular host policy, OS or security certification is satisfied. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | AES-256; TCG Opal 2.0; IEEE 1667 | AES-256; TCG Opal 2.0; IEEE 1667 |
TRIM support SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer requires operating-system support; the enclosure/host path must also support it. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · TRIM support requires operating-system support. Not every enclosure or host supports it. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | Yes | Yes |
S.M.A.R.T. support SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer monitoring capability, not a remaining-lifespan guarantee. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Drive monitoring support. Health reporting is not a prediction of remaining life. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | Yes | Yes |
Garbage collection SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · Internal function, not a measured performance uplift. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Listed as an internal drive function; Samsung gives no measured benefit. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | Yes | Yes |
Drive management software SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · Current feature block lists migration, drive health and firmware updates. Check the current software version and its requirements. Samsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink No source recorded. | Samsung Magician | Not provided |
Installation kit included SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · UK page says installation kit not available; no supplied screw or host heatsink is assumed. Samsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink No source recorded. | No | Not provided |
World Wide Name support SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · Product page states WWN is not supported. Samsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink No source recorded. | No | Not provided |
Device sleep support SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · The UK page supports device sleep. Host support is required; device sleep is not the same as Modern Standby and gives no battery-life figure. Samsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink No source recorded. | Yes | Not provided |
Included cloning software SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · The UK feature page advertises data migration through Samsung Magician. Check software version, operating-system support and migration requirements. Samsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Samsung does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · Samsung does not list a bundled migration tool for this model. Health, firmware and optimization functions alone do not confirm migration support. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | Samsung Magician data migration | Not provided |
Published power conditionsDifferent SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · 2 TB column. Active IOmeter power test uses Ryzen 5 7600 / ASUS ProArt X670E-CREATOR WIFI STCOM / Windows 10 Pro; PDF states 32 GB DDR5-3200. This differs from the speed test. Idle requires APST and sleep is L1.2. These are not a constant everyday load. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · 2 TB datasheet column; idle requires APST on, active values are average read/write under the disclosed IOmeter/Ryzen/X570 test. These power states are not a constant everyday load. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | 4.6 W active read; 4.2 W active write; 60 mW PS3 idle; 5 mW PS4 sleep | 55 mW idle; 5.8 W active read; 5.1 W active write; 5 mW L1.2 |
Operating temperature SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · 0–70 °C is the S.M.A.R.T. operating temperature with airflow recommended, not an independent cooling measurement. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Measured by the drive's S.M.A.R.T. temperature; Samsung recommends adequate airflow. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | 0–70 °C | 0–70 °C |
Storage temperature SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · Non-operating range, distinct from operation. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Non-operating range from the technical table; kept separate from operating temperature. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | −40–85 °C | −40–85 °C |
Humidity range SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer specifies non-condensing conditions. This environmental range is not waterproofing or an IP rating. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer specifies non-condensing conditions. This environmental range is not waterproofing or an IP rating. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | 5–95% | 5–95% |
Non-operating shock rating SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer non-operating claim, not a device drop test. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer non-operating test rating. No installed-PC durability or drop-test result is implied. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | 1500 G; 0.5 ms; three axes | 1500 G; 0.5 ms; three axes |
Non-operating vibration rating SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer test range; results from different test protocols are not directly comparable. Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer rating retains the stated frequency range; it is not interchangeable with tests using other protocols. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | 20 G; 20–2000 Hz | 20 G; 20–2000 Hz |
Allowable supply voltage SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification · Product voltage range. Check the host slot is compatible. Samsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink No source recorded. | 3.3 V ±5% | Not provided |
NVMe interface protocol version SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Manufacturer specification Samsung 990 EVO Plus — manufacturer specificationsSamsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Manufacturer specification Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | 2.0 | 2.0 |
Modern Standby support SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus Samsung does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · Samsung does not state Modern Standby support; device sleep is a separate feature. Samsung 990 EVO Plus exact UK 2 TB specifications and featuresSamsung 990 PRO with Heatsink No source recorded. | Not listed by the manufacturer | Not provided |
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Heatsink LED controls SourcesSamsung 990 EVO Plus No source recorded. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink Samsung does not state this for this model. · Manufacturer specification · The datasheet mentions LED colour appearance but does not describe selectable modes or software support for this CW model. No control mode is guessed. Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink — capacity-specific datasheet | Not provided | Not listed by the manufacturer |
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