Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G SCSI Disk Device
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 SCSI Disk Device | 120 | 1601 | 508 | 498 | 371.92 | 331.19 | 0.09 | 0.04 |
| Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G SCSI Disk Device | 120 | 1601 | 508 | 498 | 371.92 | 331.19 | 0.09 | 0.04 |
| Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G SCSI Disk Device | 120 | 1601 | 508 | 498 | 371.92 | 331.19 | 0.09 | 0.04 |
| Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G SCSI Disk Device | 120 | 1546 | 489 | 485 | 371.54 | 344.72 | 0.11 | 0.07 |
| Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G SCSI Disk Device | 120 | 1486 | 503 | 462 | 257.29 | 240.80 | 0.09 | 0.03 |
| Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G SCSI Disk Device | 120 | 1371 | 494 | 402 | 243.67 | 226.25 | 0.12 | 0.06 |
| Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G SCSI Disk Device | 120 | 1300 | 487 | 471 | 57.71 | 19.56 | 0.16 | 0.12 |
| Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G SCSI Disk Device | 120 | 1255 | 483 | 470 | 57.15 | 68.48 | 0.17 | 0.09 |
| Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G SCSI Disk Device | 120 | 866 | 342 | 220 | 173.76 | 138.11 | 0.17 | 0.12 |
The Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G is a 2.5-inch solid-state drive (SSD) with a capacity of 120 GB that communicates via the SATA III interface. It offers impressive sequential read and write speeds of up to 540 MB/s and 520 MB/s respectively.
Technologically, the 840 EVO uses Samsung's 1x nm Toggle Mode 2.0 NAND flash and the MEX controller, which ensures high performance and reliability. In addition, it has a TurboWrite cache with SLC technology that is specially optimized for writing small files.
The SSD is ENERGY STAR certified and thus offers high energy efficiency. It is also compatible with Samsung Magician software, which provides tools for performance monitoring and optimization.
The Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G is particularly suitable as an upgrade for users who want to switch from conventional hard drives (HDDs) to a fast and reliable SSD. With its solid performance and energy-efficient design, it is an attractive option.
In summary, the main features of the Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G are:
- Storage capacity: 120 GB
- Interface: SATA III
- Sequential read speed: up to 540 MB/s
- Sequential write speed: up to 520 MB/s
- NAND flash: 1x nm Toggle Mode 2.0
- Controller: MEX
- Cache: 1 GB LPDDR2
- Form factor: 2.5 inches
- Dimensions: 100 x 70 x 7 mm
- Weight: 51 g
- Energy efficiency: ENERGY STAR certified
- Included software: Samsung Magician
The Samsung SSD 840 EVO 120G is available from many retailers and online platforms and offers excellent value for money, typically around 100 euros.