Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G | 120 | 14584 | 5964 | 6097 | 626.90 | 241.92 | 0.01 | 0.01 |
| Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G | 120 | 13836 | 5413 | 6079 | 618.80 | 246.84 | 0.01 | 0.01 |
| Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G | 120 | 13012 | 5632 | 5005 | 625.14 | 443.18 | 0.01 | 0.01 |
| Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G | 120 | 11965 | 3482 | 6131 | 626.00 | 245.31 | 0.01 | 0.01 |
| Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G | 120 | 9644 | 5023 | 3095 | 508.07 | 306.36 | 0.01 | 0.01 |
| Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G | 120 | 1567 | 491 | 485 | 392.67 | 359.64 | 0.10 | 0.05 |
| Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G | 120 | 1486 | 477 | 449 | 368.02 | 318.98 | 0.11 | 0.06 |
| Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G | 120 | 1254 | 468 | 448 | 30.25 | 75.66 | 0.15 | 0.08 |
| Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G | 120 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||
| Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G | 120 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
The measurement of the Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G should be used.
The Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120GB is a 2.5-inch solid-state drive (SSD) that uses the SATA III (6Gb/s) interface and features TLC (Triple-Level Cell) NAND flash memory. It offers a capacity of 120GB and achieves sequential read speeds of up to 540MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 520MB/s (410MB/s for the 120GB model). It also offers random read performance of up to 100,000 IOPS and random write speeds of up to 80,000 IOPS.
The Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120GB is an excellent choice for users looking for an affordable and high-performance SSD for their laptop or desktop computer. It is also a good choice for users who want a more reliable and durable alternative to traditional hard disk drives (HDDs).
Key Features of the Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120GB:
Interface: SATA III (6Gb/s)
Storage Technology: TLC (Triple-Level Cell) NAND Flash
Capacity: 120GB
Sequential Read Speed: Up to 540MB/s
Sequential Write Speed: Up to 520MB/s (410MB/s for the 120GB model)
Random Read Speed: Up to 100,000 IOPS
Random Write Speed: Up to 80,000 IOPS
Warranty: 3 years
The Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120GB is available from various online stores and retail outlets. The price varies depending on the vendor, but is typically around $50.
Pros and Cons of Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120GB:
Pros:
Affordable: The SSD offers good value for money.
High performance: Fast read and write speeds significantly improve system performance.
Reliable: Offers more stable performance and a longer lifespan compared to traditional HDDs.
Durable: Thanks to the advanced storage technology, the SSD is more resistant to physical damage and wear.
Cons:
Limited capacity: At 120GB, storage space may be tight for some applications or user needs.
Not as fast as newer SSDs: There are now SSDs with more modern technology that offer even faster speeds.
Overall, the Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120GB is an excellent choice for users looking for an affordable and high-performance SSD. It is ideal for users who need a more reliable and robust alternative to traditional hard disk drives (HDDs). However, for those who need more storage space, a larger capacity SSD might be a better option.
Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G 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 Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G.
The Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.