Samsung recently announced the release of their SSD 990 EVO, the newest addition to their lineup of consumer SSDs. This NVMe SSD is designed to enhance everyday computing experiences such as gaming, work, and video/photo editing. With its improved performance, power efficiency, and interface flexibility, the SSD 990 EVO is expected to be a versatile solution for a wide range of users.
The 990 EVO offers enhanced performance compared to its predecessor, the 970 EVO Plus, with up to a 43% increase. It boasts sequential read speeds of up to 5,000 megabytes-per-second (MB/s) and write speeds of up to 4,200 MB/s. The random read and write speeds have also been improved, with up to 700K input/output operations per second (IOPS) and 800K IOPS, respectively.
One of the key features of the 990 EVO is its improved power efficiency. It offers up to 70% better power efficiency compared to the 970 EVO Plus, allowing users to enjoy extended usage on their PCs without worrying about battery life. The SSD also supports Modern Standby, which enables an instant on/off function with uninterrupted internet connectivity and seamless notification reception, even in low-power states.
Another notable feature of the 990 EVO is its smart thermal solution. The heat spreader label effectively regulates the thermal condition of the NAND chip, ensuring that the SSD can consistently run at its highest levels without compromising drive integrity.
The 990 EVO is a versatile SSD that meets both current and future computing needs. It supports both PCIe 4.0 x4 and PCIe 5.0 x2 interfaces, making it compatible with today's PCs supporting PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots and future applications with PCIe 5.0 interfaces. Whether you're a gamer, a business professional, or a creative individual, the 990 EVO is designed to cater to the demands of everyday computing tasks.
Samsung Magician software is also included with the 990 EVO, providing users with a suite of optimization tools for enhanced functionality. This software streamlines the data migration process for SSD upgrades and protects valuable data, monitors drive health, and notifies users of timely firmware updates.
The SSD 990 EVO is currently available worldwide in 1 terabyte (TB) and 2TB capacity options. The manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) for the 1TB model is $124.99, while the 2TB model is priced at $209.99.
With improved performance, power efficiency, and interface flexibility, the Samsung SSD 990 EVO is a powerful and reliable choice for consumers looking to elevate their everyday computing experiences.
