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Samsung 990 SSD: Fast, Versatile Storage
3 Sep
Summary
- This SSD offers dual PCIe 4.0 and 5.0 interface support.
- It features Intelligent TurboWrite 2.0 for sustained large file transfers.
- The drive utilizes HMB technology to leverage system RAM for caching.
The Samsung 990 1TB SSD provides a significant performance boost, reading at up to 7,150 MB/s. It is designed with eighth-generation V-NAND and a 5nm controller for efficient operation.
A standout feature is its dual-interface capability, supporting both PCIe 4.0 and PCIe 5.0, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of motherboards. It fits the M.2 2280 form factor, suitable for most modern desktops and laptops.
Intelligent TurboWrite 2.0 technology acts as a write cache, maintaining high speeds during large file transfers, which is beneficial for professionals handling large image or video files. This feature helps prevent performance dips.
Furthermore, the drive employs Host Memory Buffer (HMB) Technology, which uses a portion of the system's RAM as a cache. This approach improves random performance, bringing it closer to that of traditional DRAM-based SSDs without increasing the cost.
The Samsung Magician software allows for firmware updates, performance monitoring, and secure data encryption using 256-bit AES. This encryption is handled by the drive itself, avoiding any impact on the host computer's performance. The drive comes with a five-year limited warranty.
