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Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 2771 reviews

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99%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers are positive about the 850 EVO 500GB SSD, frequently praising its performance boost, ease of installation, and improved boot times. Many appreciate the included software for easy data transfer and the overall value for the price. The increased storage space and positive impact on battery life were also highlighted. There were no negative customer comments reported.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Noise level

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect Place For My Music Database

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Evo is the second drive in my Mac Mini Server. It's perfect for storing my music and because no motors are needed for spinning platters it doesn't introduce any extra electrical noise into the music.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent SSD. Very fast.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My old laptop now runs as a brand new one. The startup time is reduced by may be 80%. Everything just flies. I recommend this SSD to all who want to upgrade their old laptops. This and more memory and you get one.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Boot time

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    very fast drive

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I set this up as a boot drive and now my computer boots in about 20 seconds (Windows 10). After getting this, I also had to get a 100gb switch to copy files accross my network. Highly recommended.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Price for Reliable SSD

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Used as a replacement for the HD in my HP Envy x360. Transferred the Windows 10 OS from the computer's original HD to the Samsung 850 EVO SSD and have been using it for a month with no problems or glitches.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I needed this for my laptop and it is great. I had bought it and it wasn't working so when I went to exchange it the staff was super helpful and it was an easy process. since then I have had no complaints so far.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Runs smooth.

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I brought a new laptop and immediately exchanged the HDD for this SSD. It now runs ridiculously fast. from start up to system reset. I'm glad I purchased it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Stable and fast

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bout this to replace a first gen SSD that is my primary drive on my desk top. It has been stable and has also increased performance slightly. Installation and drive cloning was a breeze.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Go to for reliablity

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is my go to drive for performance and reliability. This one is not the cheapest but has been a solid performer and comes with a 5 year warranty. Much longer than other drives in this category.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Flaming Fast Drive!!

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This was an upgrade to an older iMac mini. My 1 TB conventional HD had gotten SO SLOW. I upgraded to this solid-state drive, and am blown away at how fast my computer now boots up, as well other R/W functions.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Super fast, easy computer upgrade

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Super fast drive, Easy computer upgrade to make your machine extremely fast. Used to upgrade my Dad's aging computer, and it worked like a charm. Just took some time upgrading from a standard "disk" drive.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    easy to install; pepped up performance

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My 5 yr. old desktop crashed a couple of times, and the hard drive was making noise. Decided to update to an SSD. This one was easy to install, move data, and improved performance of an older cpu.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Drive

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Probably too good for the computer I put it in. Installed easily and improved performance beyond anything I expected. Will probably get another couple years out if a machine I was ready to replace.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great drive at a great price!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was looking for a drive that I could use as a portable backup & transfer unit via USB 3.0; but, was light-weight and wouldn't be subject to potential mechanical issues that might occur with a typical hard-drive. In addition, I wanted to try out a high-quality SSHD and see if it lived up to advertised specifications. To achieve portability, I paired it with the Insignia 2.5" USB 3.0 SATA/HDD enclosure also found at Best Buy. Great combination! Works well, and I am quite pleased.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice SSD, nice price.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this to replace a spinning drive in an older laptop. The system seemed faster with the SSD installed. I've bought 2 of these now for about $150-160 each, and that seems like a good value.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fast SSD, Great Price

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Its great to see prices dropping on SSDs. This one is a good deal, and it will speed up your system. Easy to install, super light (reduce laptop weight), a great upgrade for anyone using regular Hard Drives.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing SSD

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My MacBook Pro looked as if its original HD died. Bought this as a replacement. Discovered my HD wasn't dead but figured I'd keep the Samsung since I'd have to purchase one down the line. eventually. Got the OS on, transferred all my files and the computer is blazing along with my 16GB RAM. I looked at others but many said to go with Samsung and I know why, now. Boot up speed makes it up and going in about 10-15 seconds. Applications are launched in a blink of an eye. Solid buy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Quick and easy

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Samsung SSD came with migration software and it was easy to clone my old HD and install it on the Samsung SSD. Fit into my laptop with ease and is a real boost to my Windows 7 machine.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome for its time

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought this ssd for my laptop some time ago. Very happy as it’s been reliable since. Very happy! Great value and good for its time as more have come out since I got this.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect replacement for an older Samsung SSD

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought a Samsung 840 Evo back when SSDs were pricey as heck, so I knew exactly what I wanted and what I'd be getting. I looked at other brands, and read reviews all over the internet, but I kept coming back to the fact that Samsung makes perfectly reliable, fast SSDs that—though they may cost a few more dollars than the competitors—just work, and don't stop. That reliability is worth the extra bucks, considering I use my laptop every day for work. This 500 gig SSD was about the same price as the older Samsung 250 gig I had from about 4 years ago. Worth it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome product

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Replaced internal hard drive that died. Replaced by geek squad. No issues whatsoever and laptop runs faster than the old sshd. Even price matched Amazon as these are a bit costly...but worth it

    I would recommend this to a friend