Built using their V-NAND 3-bit MLC NAND flash technology and Pablo controller, the Samsung 1TB 980 PCIe 3.0 x4 M.2 SSDfrom Samsung 1TB 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 3500 MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 3000 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 600TB 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.

1TB Storage Capacity    M.2 2280 Form Factor    PCIe 3.0 x4 / NVMe 1.4 Interface    Sequential Reads up to 3500 MB/s    Sequential Writes up to 3000 MB/s    Up to 600TB 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 3500 MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 3000 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 600TB 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. 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: 2. Is it compatible with Dell Precision 3630 tower? does it come with cloning software?

A: The Samsung 2TB 980 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD with Heatsink is compatible with the Dell Precision 3630; however, since there is only one M.2 slot (which is currently being used by the existing SSD), you will need to migrate everything (including the operating system) to the new drive.

Q: 3. Is this compatible with the Dell Inspiron 3670. I would be replacing the current SSD for more space. Also, what cloning software would you recommend?

A: This BH #SAMZV8V1T0B • MFR #MZ-V8V1T0B/AM SSD would be compatible with a Inspiron 3670.

Q: 4. will this ssd work with Acer tc-865 desktop computer?

A: The TC-865 Desktop is not listed as having the M.2 port capable of accepting this type of drive. The machine only has SATA type ports.

Q: 5. Is this compatible with the HP G7 Zbooks?

A: This is compatible with a G7 Zbook.

Q: 6. Using the 980 Pro version as my boot drive, would I notice the speed difference with this, as a second drive, it being a 3.0?

A: If your motherboard supports PCIe 4.0 then you may notice a difference in performance when using a PCIe 3.0 drive like the Samsung 980 as a storage drive, but the PCIe generation of your boot drive will not affect this performance.

Q: 7. Ist compatible with lenovo Lenovo Legion 5 15ARH05H laptop ?

A: Yes it is compatible but there is only one slot in that notebook for this type of drive. So it would be replacing the stock m.2.

Q: 8. 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: 9. Where is this drive made?

A: While the source is subject to change, this drive is currently it is from South Korea.

Q: 10. Is BH # SAMZV8P500B compatible with BH # SYDS1821P as a read/write cache?

A: The Samsung 980 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 Internal SSD is not on the compatibility list of the Synology DiskStation DS1821+ 8-Bay NAS Enclosure. https://bit.ly/497xROi