Samsung 2TB 990 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD

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Samsung 2TB 990 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD
Key Features
  • 2TB Storage Capacity
  • M.2 2280 Form Factor
  • PCIe 4.0 x4 / NVMe 2.0 Interface
  • Sequential Reads up to 7450 MB/s
Built using their V-NAND 3-bit MLC flash technology and in-house controller, the Samsung 2TB 990 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD offers an M.2 2280 form factor and a PCIe 4.0 x4 / NVMe 2.0 interface to deliver sequential read speeds of up to 7450 MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 6900 MB/s. Users will also have access to encryption via TCG/Opal 2.0 and MS eDrive, while a TBW (Total Bytes Written) rating of 1200TB helps ensure a long operational life.
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Samsung 990 PRO Internal SSD Overview

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Built using their V-NAND 3-bit MLC flash technology and in-house controller, the Samsung 2TB 990 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD offers an M.2 2280 form factor and a PCIe 4.0 x4 / NVMe 2.0 interface to deliver sequential read speeds of up to 7450 MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 6900 MB/s. Users will also have access to encryption via TCG/Opal 2.0 and MS eDrive, while a TBW (Total Bytes Written) rating of 1200TB helps ensure a long operational life.

Maximum Speed
Get sequential read speeds of up to 7450 MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 6900 MB/s with the 990 PRO and push the limits of what SSDs can do. The 990 PRO is powered by Samsung's own controller, which is designed to harmonize the flash memory components and the interface for improved speed, with a PCIe 4.0 interface that's up to twice as fast as PCIe 3.0 SSDs, so every component of this NVMe 2.0 SSD is manufactured by Samsung for lasting performance.
Power-Efficient Performance
Use less power and get more performance. Enjoy improved performance per watt, plus optimal power efficiency with max PCIe 4.0 performance.
The Champion Maker
A more than 55% improvement in random performance enables faster loads for an ultimate gaming experience on PS5 and DirectStorage PC games.
Efficient M.2 SSD
The 990 PRO comes in a compact M.2 2280 form factor, which can be easily installed into desktops and laptops. Due to its size and optimized power efficiency, it's ideal for building high-performance computers.
Smart Thermal Solution
Samsung's own nickel-coated high-end controller delivers effective thermal control and prevents sudden performance drops from overheating.
Samsung Magician Software
Unlock the full potential of the 990 PRO with Samsung Magician's advanced, yet intuitive optimization tools. Monitor drive health, optimize performance, protect valuable data, and receive important updates with Magician to ensure you're always getting the best performance out of your SSD.
UPC: 887276657011

Samsung 990 PRO Internal SSD Specs

Key Specs
Total Capacity
2 TB
Drive Type
PCIe 4.0 x4 / M.2 2280 SSD
Read Speed
Maximum: 7450 MB/s
Random: 1,400,000 IOPS
Write Speed
Maximum: 6900 MB/s
Random: 1,550,000 IOPS
Total Capacity
2 TB
Drive Type
PCIe 4.0 x4 / M.2 2280 SSD
Performance
Read Speed
Maximum: 7450 MB/s
Random: 1,400,000 IOPS
Write Speed
Maximum: 6900 MB/s
Random: 1,550,000 IOPS
Encryption Support
Yes
Electrical
Power Draw
8.5 W (Active)
5.5 W (Standby)
General
Operating Conditions
32 to 149°F / 0 to 65°C
Operating Shock
1500 G / 0.5 ms
Dimensions
3.1 x 0.9 x 0.1" / 80 x 22 x 2.3 mm
Weight
0.3 oz / 9 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.15 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.5 x 4.5 x 0.9"

Samsung 990 PRO Internal SSD Reviews

An Absolute Powerhouse — Blazing Fast, Cool

By PMonsalve
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-09-04

I recently upgraded my setup with the Samsung 990 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD, and the performance leap has been nothing short of phenomenal. From the moment I cloned my OS and started heavy workloads, the read and write speeds blew me away. Hitting close to the advertised 7,450 MB/s read and 6,900 MB/s write speeds in daily benchmarks is incredible. Boot times are essentially instantaneous, file transfers of 50GB+ take just seconds, and game load times have practically disappeared. It completely saturates the PCIe 4.0 interface in the best possible way. One of my initial concerns with drives pushing this level of performance was overheating, but the thermal management on the 990 PRO is remarkably well engineered. Thanks to the nickel-coated controller and Samsung's Dynamic Thermal Guard algorithm, temperatures stay well within safe limits even during sustained read/write tasks. I haven't experienced any thermal throttling whatsoever, which gives me complete peace of mind during extended gaming sessions and heavy data rendering. Finally, the Samsung Magician software brings the entire experience together. It's easily the cleanest, most intuitive SSD management interface I’ve ever used. Monitoring drive health, real-time temperatures, and total bytes written is straightforward. Updating firmware takes literally one click, and features like performance optimization (Full Performance Mode) and diagnostic scans make drive maintenance effortless. If you’re looking for top-tier PCIe 4.0 performance, superb thermal reliability, and outstanding companion software, the Samsung 990 PRO is worth every single penny. Highly recommended!

990 Best made SSD in Existence

By tbretton
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-08-29

There is no doubt that Samsungs 990 is the best quality NVME SSD in existence. Don't waste your money elsewhere it would be a huge mistake....

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Will this work with Macbook Pro as external ...

Will this work with Macbook Pro as external drive?
Asked by: David
The Samsung 2TB 990 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD is not intended for use as an external drive. To use it as one, you would need an external chassis such as BH #SAECSNVE. You would also need to initialize and format the drive for your operating system.
Answered by: Calvin M
Date published: 2024-01-21

What is the MTBF of the 990 Pro?

What is the MTBF of the 990 Pro?
Asked by: Robert
The Samsung 2TB 990 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD has an MTBF of 1.5 million hours.
Answered by: Kenneth C
Date published: 2023-07-18

Isn't this ssd TLC? It's listed as MLC.

Isn't this ssd TLC? It's listed as MLC.
Asked by: Rohit
Yes, this Samsung 2TB 990 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD is Samsung V-NAND 3-bit MLC. https://www.samsung.com/us/computing/memory-storage/solid-state-drives/990-pro-pcie-4-0-nvme-ssd-2tb-mz-v9p2t0b-am/#specs
Answered by: Sagi C
Date published: 2022-11-09

Is the samsung 990 compatible with a ugreen ...

Is the samsung 990 compatible with a ugreen dxp4800+?
Asked by: Patrick
Yes. The Samsung 2TB 990 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD, BH #SAMZV9P2TOB, is compatible with the UGREEN NASync DXP4800 Plus 4-Bay NAS Enclosure, BH #UG35260, https://bit.ly/44UFAQp.
Answered by: Elchanan P
Date published: 2026-01-02

Will this work with (is it compatible with) the ...

Will this work with (is it compatible with) the OWC Express 4M2?
Asked by: Robert
Yes, the Samsung 2TB 990 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD is compatible with the OWC Express 4M2, B&H # OWTB3EX4M2SL.
Answered by: Kenneth C
Date published: 2023-07-18

What are the IOPS for the 990 PRO M.2 2280 SSD?

What are the IOPS for the 990 PRO M.2 2280 SSD?
Asked by: Robert
The Samsung 2TB 990 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD has read/write IOPS of up to 1400K/1550K.
Answered by: Kenneth C
Date published: 2023-07-18

Will this have full compatibility with HyperDrive ...

Will this have full compatibility with HyperDrive USB4 NVMe SSD Enclosure or other ASM2464PD Enclosures?
Asked by: Brian
Yes, the Samsung 2TB 990 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD, (B&H # SAMZV9P2TOB), is fully compatible with enclosures like HYPER HyperDrive USB4 NVMe SSD Enclosure, (B&H # HYHDU4NSENC) or other ASM2464PD enclosures.
Answered by: Miguel M
Date published: 2023-11-26

Does anyone have experience using one of these in ...

Does anyone have experience using one of these in an external enclosure? I'm interested in using it to backup footage in the field quickly.
Asked by: Keylan
It's the best one, fast and highly reliable. I use external enclosure by YOTTAMASTER, what I like about this enclosure is that it has a feature to prevent it from overheating. If you don't use it for more than 10 minutes, the drives goes to sleep.
Answered by: John
Date published: 2025-03-25
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