Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB | 512 | 20999 | 7062 | 9022 | 503.72 | 305.26 | 0.02 | 0.02 |
| Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB | 512 | 6101 | 2481 | 2216 | 524.59 | 477.48 | 0.07 | 0.02 |
| Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB | 512 | 6091 | 2366 | 2277 | 654.60 | 578.26 | 0.07 | 0.02 |
| Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB | 512 | 5965 | 2514 | 2185 | 373.95 | 280.94 | 0.12 | 0.05 |
| Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB | 512 | 5888 | 2449 | 2271 | 176.96 | 93.59 | 0.08 | 0.04 |
| Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB | 512 | 5820 | 2519 | 2193 | 63.21 | 205.24 | 0.10 | 0.04 |
| Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB | 512 | 5805 | 2277 | 2268 | 282.95 | 206.83 | 0.07 | 0.03 |
| Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB | 512 | 5768 | 2436 | 2152 | 382.44 | 289.56 | 0.07 | 0.02 |
| Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB | 512 | 5712 | 2301 | 2166 | 66.94 | 231.15 | 0.06 | 0.02 |
| Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB | 512 | 5647 | 2340 | 2206 | 417.48 | 275.73 | 0.08 | 0.03 |
| Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB | 512 | 5268 | 1970 | 2125 | 391.89 | 300.30 | 0.08 | 0.04 |
| Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB | 512 | 5268 | 1970 | 2125 | 391.89 | 300.30 | 0.08 | 0.04 |
| Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB | 512 | 5047 | 1864 | 2043 | 324.15 | 241.10 | 0.14 | 0.09 |
| Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB | 512 | 4884 | 2657 | 2227 | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||
| Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB | 512 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||
| Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB | 512 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 | ||
| Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB | 512 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
The measurement of the Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB should be used.
The Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB is a highly advanced solid-state drive (SSD) model known for high performance and reliability. Here is a comprehensive description that includes technical details, features and application range of this SSD:
Technical Details
1. Capacity:
- 512 GB: The Samsung SSD 970 PRO offers a storage capacity of 512 gigabytes, which is a good amount of storage for the operating system, applications and a medium to large amount of data.
2. Form Factor:
- M.2 2280: The SSD has an M.2 form factor in size 2280, which means it is 22 mm wide and 80 mm long. This is the common form factor for modern NVMe SSDs and allows space-saving installation in laptops and desktops.
3. Interface:
- NVMe 1.3: The 970 PRO uses the NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) protocol over a PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express) interface. NVMe offers much higher speeds and lower latencies compared to the older AHCI protocol.
4. Storage technology:
- V-NAND: The SSD uses Samsung's V-NAND technology, in which memory cells are stacked vertically. This technology increases the performance and lifespan of the SSD compared to traditional planar NAND architectures.
5. Controller:
- Samsung Phoenix Controller: The 970 PRO is equipped with the advanced Samsung Phoenix Controller, which ensures high performance and efficiency.
6. Performance:
- Maximum sequential read/write speed: Up to 3,500 MB/s for reading and up to 2,700 MB/s for writing. These high speeds make the 970 PRO ideal for demanding applications and large amounts of data.
- Maximum IOPS (Input/Output Operations Per Second): Up to 500,000 IOPS for random read and up to 500,000 IOPS for random write, ensuring very high performance for random data access.
7. Endurance and Reliability:
- TBW (Total Bytes Written): Up to 600 TBW, which means that up to 600 terabytes of data can be written to the SSD before it faces an increased risk of failure.
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): 1.5 million hours, which is a very long expected lifespan of the SSD.
8. Cache:
- LPDDR4 DRAM Cache: Using LPDDR4 RAM as a cache increases performance by serving as a fast temporary storage for data that is used frequently.
9. Security Features:
- AES 256-bit Hardware Encryption: The SSD supports hardware-based encryption according to the AES-256 standard to securely store and protect data.
- TRIM Support: Supports the TRIM function, which maintains the performance of the SSD over time by marking data blocks that are no longer needed and optimizing the writing process.
Features
1. High-performance NVMe protocol:
- The use of the NVMe protocol ensures extremely low latency and high data transfer rates, which are significantly different from older SATA SSDs.
2. Extended Durability:
- With V-NAND technology and the Phoenix controller, the 970 PRO offers improved durability and reliability, even under intensive use.
3. Software management:
- Samsung Magician Software: The SSD comes with Samsung Magician Software, which offers comprehensive features for managing and monitoring the SSD, including firmware updates, performance testing, and drive management.
4. Cooling:
- Thermal control: The SSD is designed to ensure efficient heat dissipation, which contributes to stability and performance under load.
Application area
1. High-performance computers:
- Desktops and laptops: The high performance and reliability of the 970 PRO make it ideal for high-performance desktops and laptops, especially gaming PCs, workstations, and systems that require high data transfer rates.
2. Professional applications:
- Video and graphics editing: Thanks to the high write and read speed, the SSD is particularly suitable for applications that process large amounts of data in real time, such as video editing, 3D rendering and other graphics-intensive tasks.
3. Server and data storage solutions:
- Database server: The 970 PRO can also be used in servers and data centers where high IOPS and low latency are required to optimize the performance of database applications.
4. System drive:
- Operating system and programs: Thanks to its high speed, the SSD is ideal as a system drive for operating systems and applications to ensure fast start-up times and a smooth user experience.
Conclusion
The Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB is a powerful and reliable NVMe SSD that stands out for its high speed, advanced V-NAND technology and extensive features. It is ideal for professional applications, high-performance computers and server environments where high data transfer rates and reliability are crucial. With its advanced hardware encryption and durable construction, the 970 PRO also provides security and long-term reliability for critical data.
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Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB 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 PRO 512GB.
The Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the Samsung SSD 970 PRO 512GB regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.