Built using their V-NAND 3-bit MLC NAND flash technology and Pablo controller, the Samsung 250GB 980 PCIe 3.0 x4 M.2 SSDfrom Samsung 250GB 980 PCIe 3.0 x4 M.2 SSDoffers an M.2 2280 form factor and a PCIe 3.0 x4 / NVMe 1.4 interface to deliver sequential read speeds of up to 2900 MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 1300 MB/s. Users will also have access to encryption via AES 256-bit, TCG/Opal 2.0, and MS eDrive, while a TBW (Total Bytes Written) rating of 150TB helps ensure a long operational life. This SSD also features a smart thermal solution to effectively manage heat, as well as a nickel coating and a heat spreader. Additionally, thanks to Full Power Mode, which is enabled through Samsung's Magician software, the 980 can run with no latency, so you can easily switch between interfacing with large, intensive work files or graphics-heavy games.

250GB Storage Capacity    M.2 2280 Form Factor    PCIe 3.0 x4 / NVMe 1.4 Interface    Sequential Reads up to 2900 MB/s    Sequential Writes up to 1300 MB/s    Up to 150TB TBW (Total Bytes Written)    Samsung V-NAND 3-Bit MLC NAND    Pablo Controller    AES 256-Bit Encryption    TCG/Opal 2.0, MS eDrive Encryption

Harness your system's potential with the 980. Whether you need a boost for gaming or a seamless workflow for heavy graphics, the 980 is a smart choice for SSD performance and it's all backed by an NVMe 1.4 interface and PCIe 3.0 x4 technology.

Satisfy your need for speed with PCIe 3.0 x4 using HMB technology and an NVMe 1.4 interface for high efficiency. The 980 delivers value, with sequential read speeds of up to 2900 MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 1300 MB/s.

Keep your SSD running at its peak with Full Power Mode, which drives continuous and consistent high performance. Enable Full Power Mode through Samsung Magician software to keep your SSD in active mode with no latency, so you can instantly jump back into large, intensive work files or graphics-heavy games.

Keep your files safe with an SSD that's in it for the long haul. With up to 150TB TBW and a limited 5-year warranty, the 980's optimized endurance comes with trusted reliability thanks to Samsung's in-house solutions, from the advanced controller to V-NAND and the latest firmware.

High-performance SSDs usually require high-performance thermal control. To help ensure stable performance, the 980 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 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 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. I have a MSI Z97 MPower Max AC motherboard that takes M.2 SATA or M.2 PCIe. My spec doesn't say anything about NVMe compatibility. I would like to know if this drive is still compatible with my board?

A: This chip is M.2 interface via PCIe throughput. The memory chip type on board is NVMe which should not affect compatibility.

Q: 2. Does it work in a Dell Desktop XPS 8930?

A: Yes, the Samsung 1TB 980 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD BH #SAMZV8P1T0B is compatible with a Dell Desktop XPS 8930.

Q: 3. Is it compatible with dell xps 8930 as a boot drive?

A: Yes, this Samsung 1TB 980 PCIe 3.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD is compatible with Dell XPS 8930 as a boot drive.

Q: 4. hi. I would like to know how old the one I bought (used Samsung M.2 980 pro) is. Or how to check the production date. How much capacity it is used up. The second question is how long is its warranty period. If there is a problem with the hard drive, do you provide warranty service, or do I need to contact Samsung myself? Looking forward to your reply. thanks. you have a nice day

A: The Samsung 1TB 980 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD BH #SAMZV8P1T0B comes with a Limited 5-Year Warranty / 600TBW Warranty (whichever one is met first) directly with Samsung. If the drive is defective during the first 30 days from the day it was delivered, you can contact us for an exchange. If you are trying to find out the production date of the model you have currently installed now, you would need to check the serial number with Samsung. We do not have that information.

Q: 5. Is this drive compatible with MacBook Pro 13" Retina Early 2015?

A: No, unfortunately the MacBook Pro 13" Retina Early 2015 requires a specific type of SSD such as the OWC Aura Pro X 1TB SSD Upgrade Solution for MacBook Pro with Retina Display (Late 2013 - Mid 2015) and MacBook Air (Mid 2013 -Mid 2017) (OWS3DAPB4M10 ).

Q: 6. Is this a good choice for a boot drive in a 4k editing laptop?

A: The Samsung 1TB 980 PCIe 3.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD is great for using in a 4K editing workflow when used with an external enclosure such as the Sabrent USB 3.2 Type-C (BH #SAECSNVE).

Q: 7. Will this work with a M1 mac as an external drive?

A: You would need to place it in an enclosure but it would have to be a Thunderbolt enclosure. Please consider the G-Technology 500GB G-DRIVE mobile Pro Thunderbolt 3 External SSD (B&H # GT0G10310) or the Samsung 500GB X5 Portable SSD (B&H # SAMUPB500BAM) as ready, out-of-the-box alternative that will give you performance close to this M.2 module.

Q: 8. Is it compatible with Lenovo Legion 5 Pro?

A: Yes, the Samsung 2TB 980 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD is compatible with the Lenovo Legion 5 Pro.

Q: 9. Is this compatible with a MSI Z97 Mpower Max AC motherboard with M.2 SATA, OR M.2 PCIe slot?

A: This is compatible with the PCIe M.2 slot.

Q: 10. Will this work in a DELL E 6540 with CORE I7 iPRO processor?

A: This will work for any modern mainboard with M.2 storage interfaces.