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Samsung Internal SSD 990 2TB, Read/Write Speeds Up to 7,250/6,450 MB/s NVMe Internal Solid State Hard Drive made for Game Collectors, DIY PC Builders, & Digital Archivists (MZ-V9V2T0B/AM)
- THE SPEED YOU NEED: Spend less time waiting and more time creating, gaming, and multitasking with up to 7,150/6,450 MB/s sequential read/write speeds and up to 700K/1,100K IOPS random read/write speeds. Load large games quickly, install updates smoothly, transfer high resolution files, and export complex projects with ease. Whether exploring virtual worlds or jumping into your next creative project, enjoy smooth, responsive performance.
- POWER CONSCIOUS PERFORMANCE: Strike the right balance between performance and power consumption with up to 38% improved performance per watt over the 990 PRO. Thanks to optimized power usage, easily handle games, large files, and everyday workloads on laptops and PCs while supporting smooth, responsive workflows.
- FULL LIBRARY, FEWER COMPROMISES: The days of deleting games or offloading files to free up space are over. With up to 2TB of storage, keep your favorite games installed, store high resolution 4K footage, personal files, and long-term archives, with enough room for growing libraries and less time spent managing storage.
- WORKS LIKE MAGIC: Manage your SSD confidently with a suite of helpful tools built to maintain high performance. Get the latest firmware updates, extra encryption and continual monitoring of your drive health.
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2TB 990 PCIe 4.0 NVMe M. 2 SSD
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- Limited Warranty period (parts): 3 years
- Limited Warranty period (labor): 3 years
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- Return for refund within: 30 days
- Return for replacement within: 30 days
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The Samsung 990 2TB is an M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD for gamers and PC users who want fast storage for large game libraries, with sequential speeds up to 7,250 MB/s read and 6,450 MB/s write.
Recommended For
- PC gamers who want a 2TB Gen4 drive for a large installed game library and everyday game loading, rather than paying extra for top-tier benchmark performance.
- Desktop or laptop users upgrading a boot or app drive who want responsive everyday use and plenty of space, and whose system supports an M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 drive.
- Users keeping a frequently accessed collection of photos, videos, or project files on a local drive, especially when their workload involves reads and moderate-sized transfers rather than constant bulk writing.
- Builders fitting storage into a compact PC or notebook who need a single-sided M.2 2280 drive and can use the system’s own M.2 heatsink or cooling setup if needed.
Real-World Use Scenarios
- Expanding a gaming PC’s storage: Install a large game library and keep more titles ready to play; review testing found the drive performs well in game-focused workloads, which are mostly reads.
- Adding game storage to a PlayStation 5: Use it as an internal expansion drive for installed games; testing suggests it suits routine play and updates, though moving a large batch of games at once can expose slower sustained writes.
- Using one drive for Windows, apps, and games: Put the operating system and everyday software alongside a game collection; application-trace testing placed the drive above budget-tier models, making it a reasonable all-purpose PC drive.
- Downloading games and applying typical updates: Keep games installed and update them as needed; ordinary workloads with mostly reads should be a better fit than repeatedly transferring very large amounts of data between drives.
- Moving a large video or project archive between drives: Use it for occasional file transfers, but expect copies to be less compelling for repeated, very large write-heavy jobs; review testing found weaker file-copy performance than some competing drives.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Best For | Consumer internal SSD installations in compatible desktop PCs, especially gaming-focused builds and larger game libraries |
| Capacity | 2TB for installed games and other files |
| Interface And Form Factor | M.2 2280 drive with PCIe 4.0 x4 and NVMe 2.0 |
| Read Write Performance | Sequential speeds up to 7,250 MB/s read and 6,450 MB/s write; random 4KB performance up to 850,000 IOPS read and 1,200,000 IOPS write |
| Drive Architecture | Samsung V-NAND with an in-house controller and HMB cache |
| Encryption And Security | Class 0 AES-256, TCG/Opal v2.0 and MS eDrive (IEEE 1667) hardware encryption |
| Endurance | Rated for 800TB written |
| Power Consumption | Active average: 4.3W read and 3.8W write; idle typical: 55mW in PS3 and 3mW in PS4 L1.2 |
| Physical Dimensions And Weight | 80.15 × 22.15 × 2.38mm; weighs 6g |
| Model Identifiers | Samsung 990 series; model MZ-V9V2T0B/AM |
Reference Q&A
Q: Samsung 990 vs 990 EVO Plus: which should I buy?
A: Choose the Samsung 990 EVO Plus for frequent large file writes or a longer warranty: it uses TLC NAND and has a five-year limited warranty, while the 990 uses QLC NAND and has a three-year warranty. The 990 is a fit for everyday use and read-heavy tasks such as gaming; independent testing found it can slow after its write cache fills.
Q: Samsung 990 vs 990 PRO: is the PRO worth choosing?
A: Choose the 990 PRO for heavier workloads, frequent large transfers, or when its higher sustained performance and dedicated DRAM are priorities. The standard 990 is a more suitable choice for everyday storage and read-heavy use if it costs less; Samsung positions it around power efficiency, and its 2TB model is rated for up to 7,250/6,450 MB/s sequential read/write.
Q: Should I get the Samsung 990 or the older 990 EVO?
A: The standard 990 is a stronger fit when you want higher rated sequential throughput: its 2TB model is specified at up to 7,250/6,450 MB/s read/write, versus up to 5,000/4,200 MB/s for the 990 EVO. For ordinary gaming and daily use, consider whichever is less expensive; the newer 990’s QLC design can slow during large writes after its cache fills.
Q: Samsung 990 or Crucial P310 for moving large files?
A: For frequent large file copies, compare current prices and favor the Crucial P310 if the tested transfer performance is your priority: Tom’s Hardware found the Samsung 990 lagged behind the P310 in its DiskBench file-copy testing. The Samsung 990 remains an option for routine, read-heavy use such as game storage.
Q: Will this SSD work in my laptop or desktop?
A: It can fit a system that supports an M.2 2280 NVMe SSD over PCIe. Check the computer or motherboard specifications first: M.2 slot support, available drive length, and physical clearance vary by device. A compatible PCIe 3.0 slot may also limit the drive below its rated PCIe 4.0 speeds.
Q: Does this SSD come with a heatsink?
A: The provided product information does not list an included heatsink. Check whether your PC or motherboard has an M.2 heatsink, and confirm that any added cooling hardware fits the available space—especially in a laptop or compact system.
Q: Is 2TB enough for games and large files?
A: The 2TB capacity can hold a sizable game library, high-resolution footage, projects, and personal files. Whether it is enough depends on how large your files are and how many you want to keep installed or stored at once.
Q: Will I notice a difference in games compared with a cheaper SSD?
A: The 2TB drive offers high sequential speeds, but Reddit gaming discussions suggest that peak SSD speeds may not make a noticeable difference for ordinary gaming or everyday use. Consider it for the capacity or if your workload benefits from fast file transfers; don’t buy it expecting higher game frame rates.
Q: Is the 990 EVO Plus enough, or should I pay more for a 990 PRO?
A: For gaming and general PC use, the 990 EVO Plus’s listed speeds and 2TB capacity may be sufficient; whether the PRO is worth extra depends on the price and workload. Reddit comparisons raise DRAM and sustained-transfer performance as reasons to consider the PRO, while this drive’s listed cache is HMB. The provided specifications do not establish how much faster the PRO would be for your specific tasks.
Q: Will this SSD work as an upgrade in my laptop?
A: It can fit a laptop only if the laptop has a compatible M.2 2280 NVMe slot and enough physical clearance. The drive is PCIe 4.0 x4; check your laptop’s specifications before buying, since the Reddit discussion alone does not confirm compatibility with every model.