Samsung SSD 970 EVO 250GB
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| Samsung SSD 970 EVO 250GB | 250 | 15181 | 9283 | 1500 | 789.75 | 699.60 | 0.00 | 0.03 |
| Samsung SSD 970 EVO 250GB | 250 | 4547 | 2309 | 1496 | 538.07 | 335.85 | 0.07 | 0.03 |
| Samsung SSD 970 EVO 250GB | 250 | 4471 | 2054 | 1491 | 295.08 | 236.81 | 0.08 | 0.04 |
| Samsung SSD 970 EVO 250GB | 250 | 4333 | 2185 | 1496 | 524.96 | 332.91 | 0.07 | 0.03 |
| Samsung SSD 970 EVO 250GB | 250 | 4304 | 1866 | 1492 | 308.94 | 243.13 | 0.08 | 0.04 |
| Samsung SSD 970 EVO 250GB | 250 | 4227 | 1790 | 1498 | 325.49 | 280.03 | 0.07 | 0.03 |
| Samsung SSD 970 EVO 250GB | 250 | 4222 | 1853 | 1491 | 274.72 | 155.83 | 0.08 | 0.05 |
| Samsung SSD 970 EVO 250GB | 250 | 4144 | 1722 | 1485 | 314.40 | 255.83 | 0.08 | 0.05 |
| Samsung SSD 970 EVO 250GB | 250 | 3909 | 1563 | 1508 | 302.06 | 265.96 | 0.14 | 0.06 |
| Samsung SSD 970 EVO 250GB | 250 | 3706 | 1324 | 1493 | 325.18 | 283.87 | 0.08 | 0.05 |
| Samsung SSD 970 EVO 250GB | 250 | 734 | 117 | 198 | 188.22 | 244.33 | 0.11 | 0.04 |
| Samsung SSD 970 EVO 250GB | 250 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||
| Samsung SSD 970 EVO 250GB | 250 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
The measurement of the Samsung SSD 970 EVO 250GB was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the Samsung SSD 970 EVO 250GB under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the Samsung SSD 970 EVO 250GB should be used.
The Samsung SSD 970 EVO 250GB is a high-performance NVMe solid-state drive (SSD) designed for users who seek excellent performance and reliability for their storage needs. The SSD belongs to Samsung's 970 EVO series, which is known for its advanced storage technology and high performance. Below you will find a detailed description, technical details, features and application areas of the Samsung SSD 970 EVO 250GB.
General description
The Samsung 970 EVO 250GB is an NVMe SSD based on the M.2 2280 form factor and uses the PCIe 3.0 x4 interface. This SSD offers a very high data transfer rate and is designed for applications that require fast read and write speeds. The 970 EVO series is especially popular among gamers, content creators and professionals who have high performance demands.
Technical details
Basic features
- Model name: Samsung SSD 970 EVO 250GB
- Capacity: 250 GB
- Form factor: M.2 2280
- Interface: PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe 1.3
- NAND type: Samsung V-NAND (3D NAND)
- Controller: Samsung Phoenix Controller
Performance
- Maximum sequential read speed: Up to 2,500 MB/s
- Maximum sequential write speed: Up to 1,500 MB/s
- Maximum random read performance (4K QD32): Up to 500,000 IOPS (Input/Output Operations Per Second)
- Maximum random write performance (4K QD32): Up to 480,000 IOPS
- Access times: Very low access times, typically under 0.1 ms for read and write operations.
- Power consumption:
- Idle: Approximately 30 mW
- Read: Approximately 4 W
- Write: Approximately 6 W
Protection and management features
- Error correction technology:
- LDPC (Low-Density Parity-Check) Error Correction: Improves data security and integrity.
- Power management:
- Dynamic Thermal Guard: Prevents overheating by reducing performance at high temperatures.
- Encryption:
- AES 256-bit hardware encryption: Provides additional protection for sensitive data.
- Wear leveling: Distributes writes evenly across the entire storage area to extend the lifespan of the SSD.
Features
- High performance: The 970 EVO offers excellent performance for sequential and random read and write operations, making it ideal for demanding applications.
- Fast Access: The very low access time enables extremely fast data access, which significantly improves the overall performance of the system.
- Reliability: With advanced error correction and encryption technology, the SSD offers high reliability and data security.
- Energy Efficiency: The SSD is designed to be energy efficient while offering high performance.
Application Area
- Desktop PCs: Ideal as a primary drive for desktop computers to run the operating system, applications and games at high performance.
- Laptops: Due to its compact size and high performance, the 970 EVO is an excellent choice for laptops, especially for professional users and gamers.
- Gaming: The high speed and low access times improve game loading times and reduce the time for data access during gaming.
- Content Creation: Perfect for applications that process large amounts of data, such as video and image editing, as it offers fast read and write speeds.
- System Upgrades: Great for upgrading older systems that support NVMe compatible M.2 slots.
Benefits & Challenges
Benefits
- Outstanding Performance: The SSD delivers exceptional read and write speeds designed for demanding tasks and applications.
- Compact Size: The M.2 2280 form factor is compact and saves space, ideal for modern laptops and desktop systems.
- High Reliability: The advanced error correction and security features ensure the integrity and security of your data.
- Low Access Times: The extremely low access times improve overall system responsiveness.
Challenges
- Price: NVMe SSDs, especially high-performance ones like the 970 EVO, can be more expensive than traditional HDDs and SATA SSDs.
- Compatibility: The SSD requires an M.2 slot that supports PCIe NVMe. Older systems may not support this form factor or standard.
- Capacity: At 250GB, the SSD may not provide enough storage for all user needs, especially for those with large amounts of data.
Conclusion
The Samsung SSD 970 EVO 250GB is a premium NVMe SSD known for its high performance, reliability, and advanced technology. It offers impressive read and write speeds that are beneficial for a wide range of applications from desktop PCs and laptops to gaming and content creation. Despite its higher cost compared to HDDs and SATA SSDs, the 970 EVO's exceptional performance and reliability make it an excellent choice for users looking to upgrade to modern storage technology.
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Samsung SSD 970 EVO 250GB 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 970 EVO 250GB.
The Samsung SSD 970 EVO 250GB is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the Samsung SSD 970 EVO 250GB regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.