Samsung Electronics, a leader in memory technology, has announced the launch of its latest SSD, the 990 EVO Plus. This new addition to Samsung’s lineup is set to make waves in the market, thanks to its support for PCIe 4.0 and the incorporation of the latest NAND technology.
With these advancements, the 990 EVO Plus promises faster performance and improved efficiency, positioning itself as a top choice for those seeking cutting-edge storage solutions.
Samsung SSD 990 Evo Plus: Performance and energy efficiency
Technical specifications
| Category | Samsung SSD 990 EVO Plus | ||
| Interface | PCIe® Gen 4.0 x4 / 5.0 x2 NVMe™ 2.0 | ||
| Form factors | M.2 (2280) | ||
| Storage memory | Samsung V-NAND 3-bit TLC | ||
| Regulator | Samsung In-house Controller | ||
| Ability | 1TB | 2TB | 4TB |
| Sequential Read/Write Speed | Up to 7,150 MB/s, 6,300 MB/s | Up to 7,150 MB/s, 6,300 MB/s | Up to 7,150 MB/s, 6,300 MB/s |
| Random Read/Write Speed (QD32) | Up to 850K IOPS, 1,350K IOPS | Up to 1,000K IOPS, 1,350K IOPS | Up to 1,050K IOPS, 1,400K IOPS |
| Management Software | Samsung Magician Software | ||
| Data encryption | AES 256-bit Full Disk Encryption, TCG/Opal V2.0, | ||
| Encrypted unit (IEEE1667) | |||
| Total bytes written | 600TB | 1200TB | 2400TB |
| Warranty | 5-year limited warranty | ||
The Samsung 990 EVO Plus offers remarkable performance, with sequential read speeds reaching up to 7,150MB/s and write speeds of up to 6,300MB/s—marking a 50% boost over its predecessor, the 990 EVO. This leap in speed is attributed to its 8th-generation V-NAND technology and a 5nm controller. Additionally, the SSD features a nickel-coated heat shield that helps prevent overheating and enhances energy efficiency by 73%.
Recognizing the growing demand for larger storage, Samsung has introduced a 4TB version of the 990 EVO Plus. This model delivers random read speeds of 1,050,000 IOPS and random write speeds of 1,400,000 IOPS, making it ideal for high-performance tasks like gaming and AI operations.
The drive also comes with Samsung’s Magician software, providing users with tools to optimize SSD performance, securely migrate data, and maintain peak functionality across all Samsung SSDs.
Prices and availability
The Samsung 990 EVO Plus will be available worldwide, with prices starting at €142.99 for the 1TB model and going up to €424.99 for the 4TB version. You can visit the official Samsung website or relevant retail platforms for more details and to explore the full range of options.
