NVMe Samsung SSD 970
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| NVMe Samsung SSD 970 | 500 | 6794 | 2607 | 2774 | 274.82 | 209.92 | 0.08 | 0.05 |
| NVMe Samsung SSD 970 | 1000 | 6540 | 2578 | 2325 | 404.77 | 707.09 | 0.07 | 0.03 |
| NVMe Samsung SSD 970 | 500 | 5550 | 2227 | 2220 | 53.52 | 100.23 | 0.09 | 0.05 |
| NVMe Samsung SSD 970 | 500 | 4612 | 2513 | 1412 | 275.16 | 245.79 | 0.11 | 0.05 |
| NVMe Samsung SSD 970 | 500 | 4530 | 2513 | 1412 | 275.16 | 0.00 | ||
| NVMe Samsung SSD 970 | 500 | 4465 | 2246 | 2219 | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||
| NVMe Samsung SSD 970 | 250 | 2754 | 1100 | 1178 | 304.72 | 169.84 | 0.08 | 0.05 |
The measurement of the NVMe Samsung SSD 970 was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the NVMe Samsung SSD 970 under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the NVMe Samsung SSD 970 should be used.
The "NVMe Samsung SSD 970" refers to a series of solid-state drives (SSDs) from Samsung that use the NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) interface. Here's a detailed breakdown:
Breakdown:
- Brand: Samsung
- Model Series: 970
- Type: NVMe Solid-State Drive (SSD)
- Interface: NVMe over PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express)
- Form Factor: M.2 2280 (most common for this series)
Key Details:
- Samsung SSD 970 Series: This series includes several models, each offering different capacities and performance characteristics. Common models in the 970 series include:
- Samsung 970 EVO
- Samsung 970 EVO Plus
- Samsung 970 PRO
- Capacity: The 970 series comes in various capacities, typically ranging from 250 GB to 2 TB, depending on the specific model:
- 970 EVO: Available in 250 GB, 500 GB, 1 TB, and 2 TB
- 970 PRO: Available in 512 GB and 1 TB
- Form Factor:
- M.2 2280: The "2280" refers to the size of the SSD, with dimensions of 22 mm x 80 mm. This is the standard form factor for many modern NVMe SSDs.
- Interface:
- NVMe: NVMe is a protocol designed for SSDs to leverage the high-speed PCIe bus, offering significantly faster data transfer speeds compared to older SATA-based SSDs.
- PCIe: The 970 series uses PCIe Gen 3 (and in some models, Gen 4) for high-speed data transfer. PCIe Gen 3 provides speeds up to 3.5 GB/s, while Gen 4 can offer speeds up to 7 GB/s (in models like the 970 EVO Plus).
Performance:
- Read/Write Speeds:
- Samsung 970 EVO:
- Sequential Read: Up to 3,500 MB/s
- Sequential Write: Up to 2,500 MB/s
- Samsung 970 EVO Plus:
- Sequential Read: Up to 3,500 MB/s
- Sequential Write: Up to 3,300 MB/s
- Samsung 970 PRO:
- Sequential Read: Up to 3,500 MB/s
- Sequential Write: Up to 2,700 MB/s
- Endurance:
- 970 PRO models generally offer higher endurance and better performance for write-intensive tasks due to their use of MLC (Multi-Level Cell) NAND.
- 970 EVO and 970 EVO Plus use TLC (Triple-Level Cell) NAND, which provides a balance of performance and capacity.
Features:
- Thermal Management: Many models in the 970 series include advanced thermal management features to help maintain performance under load and prevent thermal throttling.
- Software: Samsung provides the Magician Software Suite for monitoring SSD health, performance optimization, and firmware updates.
- Reliability: Samsung SSDs are known for their reliability, with features such as TRIM support, over-provisioning, and error correction to ensure data integrity and longevity.
Applications:
- Performance Computing: Ideal for tasks requiring high-speed data access, such as gaming, video editing, and high-performance computing.
- Operating System: Used as a boot drive to speed up system startup and application load times.
- General Storage: Provides high-speed storage for files and applications.
Summary:
The Samsung SSD 970 series is a high-performance NVMe SSD line that offers significant speed improvements over SATA-based SSDs. With various models available, including the 970 EVO, 970 EVO Plus, and 970 PRO, users can choose a drive that best fits their performance needs and budget. The NVMe interface and PCIe bus deliver exceptional read and write speeds, making these drives suitable for demanding applications and improving overall system responsiveness.
NVMe Samsung SSD 970 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 NVMe Samsung SSD 970.
The NVMe Samsung SSD 970 is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the NVMe Samsung SSD 970 regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.