Samsung 990 Pro NVMe 4TB PCIe 4
Overview
Unleash Next-Gen Storage Performance
The Samsung 990 Pro NVMe 4TB is a flagship solid-state drive engineered for enthusiasts, gamers, and creative professionals who demand the absolute best in storage performance. With PCIe Gen 4.0 interface and NVMe technology, this M.2 SSD delivers sequential read speeds up to 7,450 MB/s and write speeds up to 6,900 MB/s, making it one of the fastest consumer SSDs on the market. Whether you're loading massive game worlds, editing 8K video, or compiling code, the 990 Pro ensures lightning-fast responsiveness and reduced load times.
Who Is It For?
This drive is perfect for PC builders and upgraders who want to maximize their system's potential. It's ideal for high-end gaming rigs, content creation workstations, and anyone who regularly transfers large files. The 4TB capacity provides ample space for an extensive game library, 4K/8K footage, and professional applications.
Key Features
- Blazing-Fast Speeds: Sequential read/write speeds up to 7,450/6,900 MB/s, powered by Samsung's in-house controller and V-NAND TLC technology.
- Massive 4TB Capacity: Store up to 100+ AAA games, hours of high-resolution video, and all your creative projects without worrying about space.
- PCIe Gen 4.0 Interface: Fully compatible with PCIe 4.0 motherboards, and backward compatible with PCIe 3.0 for broader system support.
- Advanced Thermal Control: Nickel-coated controller and heat spreader label manage heat efficiently, ensuring sustained performance during intense workloads.
- Reliability & Endurance: Up to 1,200 TBW (terabytes written) and a 5-year limited warranty, backed by Samsung's reputation for quality.
- Samsung Magician Software: Optimize performance, update firmware, and monitor drive health with intuitive tools.
Performance Highlights
In real-world benchmarks, the 990 Pro excels in random read/write IOPS (up to 1,500K/1,550K), making it exceptional for multitasking and heavy I/O operations. Its low latency and high throughput make it a top choice for direct storage APIs in next-gen games, delivering near-instantaneous asset streaming.
Use Cases
Upgrade your gaming PC to reduce level load times and eliminate stutter. For video editors, the 990 Pro accelerates timeline scrubbing and export rendering. Data scientists and developers will appreciate the rapid access to large datasets and faster compilation times. It's also an excellent choice for external enclosures with USB4/Thunderbolt, providing portable high-speed storage.
With its combination of speed, capacity, and reliability, the Samsung 990 Pro NVMe 4TB is the definitive storage solution for those who refuse to compromise.
Key Specifications
Detailed Parameters
- Type:
- NVMe
- Capacity:
- 4TB
- PCI Express Version:
- 4
Pros
- Exceptional sequential read/write speeds (up to 7,450/6,900 MB/s)
- Large 4TB capacity for extensive game and media libraries
- Excellent random performance for gaming and multitasking
- Efficient thermal management with nickel-coated controller
- Samsung Magician software for easy drive management
Cons
- Requires PCIe 4.0 for full performance; slower on PCIe 3.0
- Premium price compared to other 4TB NVMe drives
- No built-in heatsink on some models (optional version available)