Built using their V-NAND 3-bit MLC flash technology and Elpsis controller, the Samsung 1TB 980 PRO PCIe 4.0 M.2 SSDfrom Samsung 1TB 980 PRO PCIe 4.0 M.2 SSDoffers an M.2 2280 form factor and a PCIe 4.0 x4 / NVMe 1.3 interface to deliver sequential read speeds of up to 7000 MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 5000 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 600TB helps ensure a long operational life.

1TB Storage Capacity    M.2 2280 Form Factor    PCIe 4.0 x4 / NVMe 1.3 Interface    Sequential Reads up to 7000 MB/s    Sequential Writes up to 5000 MB/s    Up to 600TB TBW (Total Bytes Written)    Samsung V-NAND Flash Technology    Samsung Elpsis Controller    AES 256-Bit Encryption    TCG/Opal 2.0, MS eDrive Encryption

Unleash the power of the Samsung 980 PRO PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD for next-level computing. The 980 PRO delivers up to 2x the data transfer rate of PCIe 3.0, while maintaining compatibility with PCIe 3.0.

Get sequential read speeds of up to 7000 and sequential write speeds of up to 5000 with the 980 PRO and push the limits of what SSDs can do. Powered by the Elpsis controller 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 and up to twelve times as fast as Samsung SATA SSDs, so every component of this NVMe SSD is manufactured by Samsung for lasting performance.

Designed for hardcore gamers and tech-savvy users, the 980 PRO offers high-performance bandwidth and throughput for heavy-duty applications in gaming, graphics, data analytics, and more. It's fast at loading games, so you can play more and wait less.

The 980 PRO comes in a compact M.2 2280 form factor, which can be easily plugged into desktops and laptops. Due to its size and optimized power efficiency, it's ideal for building high-performance computing systems.

High-performance SSDs usually require high-performance thermal control. To ensure stable performance, the 980 PRO uses nickel coating to help manage the controller's heat level and a heat spreader label to deliver effective thermal control of the NAND chip.

Embedded with Samsung's thermal control algorithm, the 980 PRO manages heat on its own to deliver durable and reliable performance, while minimizing performance fluctuations during extended usage.

Unlock the full potential of the 980 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.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. can we use this externally in enclosure and connected to usb in windows ?

A: Yes, you can use the Samsung 2TB 980 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD externally in an enclosure and connect it to your Windows computer via USB. Here's an example of an enclosure you could use: https://bhpho.to/3apebK8.

Q: 2. Will this work with the Alienware r3 15?

A: This type of drive is compatible with that model of laptop.

Q: 3. does it work with HP z240 desktop?

A: The Samsung 2TB 980 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD BH #SAMZV8P2T0B would not be compatible with an HP Z240.

Q: 4. How do you get the advertised speeds?

A: The maximum read and write speeds given by Samsung for the 980 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD are the maximum peak speeds which were achievable by Samsung during testing under ideal circumstances. The details of their testing environment and procedure have not been made publicly available. As these are maximum speeds, they should not be taken to represent average speeds under any circumstances.

Q: 5. Will the 2TB Samsung 980 PRO (without heatsink) work with a Lenovo YOGA 730-15IKB 15" ?laptop

A: Yes, the Samsung 2TB 980 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD, (B&H # SAMZV8P2T0B), is compatible with the Lenovo YOGA 730-15IKB.

Q: 6. will this 2TB version fit into the empty slot of the Lenovo 16" Legion Pro 7i 16IRX8H Gaming Laptop, RTX 4080, 1TB SSD?

A: Yes, the Samsung 2TB 980 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD BH #SAMZV8P2T0B is compatible with that laptop.

Q: 7. Is this drive compatible with a OWC miniStack STX?

A: The Samsung 2TB 980 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD (BH # SAMZV8P2T0B) is compatible with the OWC miniStack STX.

Q: 8. is this good for Laptop Lenovo E 540 thinkpad.

A: No, the Samsung 1TB 980 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD BH #SAMZV8P1T0B is not compatible with the Lenovo E540. You would have to use either a 2.5'' SATA III SSD or an M.2 2242 SATA III SSD. The largest one we carry is the Transcend 256GB MTS400S SATA III M.2 Internal SSD BH #TRSD256MT400

Q: 9. Would this drive, with heatsink, be compatible with a MSI Creator Z16 as a second internal drive?

A: Yes you could use the Samsung 2TB 980 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD with Heatsink as a second internal storage unit in the MSI 16" Creator Z16 Multi-Touch Laptop.

Q: 10. Is this compatible with dell G5000 gaming computer?

A: The Samsung 2TB 980 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD with Heatsink BH #SAMZV8P2T0CW should be compatible with the Dell GS5000.