HP SSD EX950 2TB
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| HP SSD EX950 2TB | 2000 | 6053 | 2469 | 2378 | 319.88 | 304.00 | 0.08 | 0.04 |
| HP SSD EX950 2TB | 2000 | 5814 | 2409 | 2214 | 325.24 | 291.21 | 0.08 | 0.04 |
| HP SSD EX950 2TB | 2000 | 3571 | 112 | 2359 | 325.72 | 0.00 | ||
| HP SSD EX950 2TB | 2000 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
The measurement of the HP SSD EX950 2TB was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the HP SSD EX950 2TB under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the HP SSD EX950 2TB should be used.
The HP SSD EX950 2TB is a high-performance NVMe SSD engineered for high speeds and reliability. It is part of HP's EX950 series, designed for performance-intensive applications and high-performance computing.
Technical details:
- Capacity: 2TB.
- Form factor: M.2 2280.
- Interface: PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe 1.3.
- Controller: Phison PS5012-E12 (typically used in EX950 series).
- Speicher: 3D NAND Flash (TLC, Triple-Level Cell).
- Read speed: Up to 3,500 MB/s.
- Write speed: Up to 3,000 MB/s.
- TBW (Total Bytes Written): Up to 1,200 TBW (may vary by model and application).
- Average access time: Less than 0.05 ms.
- Operating temperature: Typically between 0°C and 70°C.
- Weight: Approximately 8-10 grams.
Features:
- High Performance: With read and write speeds of up to 3,500MB/s and 3,000MB/s respectively, the EX950 delivers impressive performance for a wide range of applications. This high speed significantly improves boot times, program load times and overall system responsiveness.
- Advanced Controller: The Phison PS5012-E12 controller ensures efficient processing and optimizes the performance of the SSD.
- 3D NAND Flash: Uses 3D TLC NAND, which provides higher storage density and reliability. This improves the durability and performance of the SSD compared to older NAND technologies.
- Thermal Management: Built-in heat dissipation technologies help keep the SSD cool and maintain consistent performance.
- DRAM Cache: The SSD is often equipped with a DRAM cache, which helps minimize data access times and improve overall speed.
- TRIM Support: Supports TRIM command to maintain long-term SSD performance by efficiently managing free space.
Areas of application:
- High-performance computing: Ideal for high-end desktop PCs and workstations that require fast data transfers, e.g. for video editing, 3D rendering and scientific computing.
- Gaming: Perfect for gaming PCs as it reduces game loading times and provides a smooth gaming experience.
- System Upgrade: Ideal for users looking to upgrade an existing system to achieve a significant improvement in system speed and responsiveness.
- Data-intensive applications: Useful for applications that need to process large amounts of data, such as database management and big data analytics.
Summary:
The HP SSD EX950 2TB is a high-performance NVMe SSD available in the M.2 2280 form factor and features a PCIe Gen3 x4 interface. With impressive read and write speeds of up to 3,500 MB/s and 3,000 MB/s and a capacity of 2 TB, it offers excellent performance for a wide range of applications. The combination of the Phison PS5012-E12 controller and 3D TLC NAND ensures high speed and reliability, while TRIM support and advanced thermal management contribute to long-term performance stability. This SSD is particularly well suited for high-performance computing, gaming and data-intensive applications where speed and reliability are critical.
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HP SSD EX950 2TB and the compatible operating systems
Windows Server 2025, 2022, 2019, 2016, ... or 2008 and higher
Windows 12, 11, 10 or Windows 7 and higher
Linux (various distributions)
macOS (from version 10.6)
Please note that the exact functions and areas of application may vary depending on the firmware version and configuration of HP SSD EX950 2TB.
The HP SSD EX950 2TB is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the HP SSD EX950 2TB regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.