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Rated 1 out of 5 stars
"NOT" 4 Terabytes.
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I purchased this SSD at bestbuy Lincoln, Nebraska. I specifically needed the 4 terrabyte drive and i expected to get every bit of that 4 terabytes for storage.
#1 the drive was not formatted right out of the box.
#2 it is "NOT" 4 terabytes. It is only 3.7 terabytes. That isnt just a couple of gigabytes short of 4 terabytes, thats 300 gigabytes short of being 4 terabytes. 300 gigabytes is alot of space i paid good money for and did not recieve.
Thank you for purchasing the Samsung 990 PRO Portable SSD. Samsung drives adhere to the IDEMA standard of advanced formatting, which will result in the drive appearing as less than the listed size. This is a common industry-wide standard.
The amount of space that appears to be "missing" is in fact used by the drive/card for storing firmware, metadata and spare blocks. Your operating system (Windows, Linux, etc.) will also affect the usable space -- different operating systems will use different amounts of space to store their metadata. Consequently, formatted space will always be less than unformatted space.
You can look IDEMA up online for more technical details about this standard, which is established by The International Disk Drive Equipment and Materials Association.
Should you ever have questions or need assistance using this product, please contact Samsung Customer Support.
Thanks for choosing Samsung for your memory storage needs!
- Samsung Memory
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
best buy defrauded me for price matching
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
best buy defrauded me for price matching another purchased item. overall rating of poor is because i'm a long time best buy customer that's tired of their discriminarion. I will review all my reviews as poor until another merchant complains to best buy as to how they treat their customers.
Thank you for sharing your review of the unfortunate purchasing experience you had. We recommend you contact Best Buy Customer Support or your local Best Buy store directly for assistance in correcting this situation. We hope your issue is resolved in a timely manner.
Should you have questions or concerns regarding the usage or setup of your SSD once your issue has been resolved, please contact Samsung Customer Support at . 1) Call: 1-800-SAMSUNG (ask for Memory). Available 9AM - 12AM EST (Mon-Fri) 2) Email: [email protected] 3) LiveChat 9AM-9PM EST (Mon-Fri) - https://www.livehelpnow.net/lhn/lcv.aspx?d=34834&ms=&zzwindow=0&lhnid=29783
The Samsung Members Community is also a great resource for getting help from Samsung moderators and customers: https://us.community.samsung.com/
- Samsung Memory
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
990 pro ssd
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
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Got it — here’s a shorter, more casual version:
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The Samsung 990 Pro 4TB is seriously fast and has tons of space. My PC boots in seconds, games load instantly, and I don’t have to worry about running out of storage anytime soon. Super easy to install and runs smooth even with heavy use. Totally worth it if you want speed
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I have purchased several Samsung NVME drives over the years. I really love the 990 pro series. They are extremely fast, dependable, and very easy to format and install. I really like the 4tb size, which allows for plenty of room for game installation on my PC. The Samsung magician software is also an excellent app. I can monitor, benchmark, erase, and keep the firmware updated on my drives very easily. Can’t recommend this drive enough.
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The Samsung 990 PRO 4TB is an absolute beast of an NVMe SSD. As a PCIe Gen 4x4 drive, it delivers extremely fast read and write speeds, which translates into super fast loading times for games and smooth overall system performance. Installation is simple, and the drive runs cool and efficient even under heavy use. Whether you are gaming, editing, or running large applications, this SSD feels instantly responsive.
Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
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My Experience with the Samsung 990 Pro 4TB SSD: Solid Performance and Room to Breathe
After adding the Samsung 990 Pro 4TB SSD, I’ve finally solved my storage issues. Before this, I was constantly uninstalling games to make room for new ones. Now, with 4TB of space, I’ve got more freedom to install multiple titles without worrying about space, and it’s been a massive improvement in how I manage my games.
Real-World Speed vs. What’s Advertised
Samsung boasts some insane speeds for this SSD—up to 7,450 MB/s for reads—but in my experience, I’m getting around 7,100 MB/s, which is still seriously fast. Write speeds fluctuate a bit, but overall, it performs really well. Games like Cyberpunk 2077 load so much faster than on my previous drive, which means I spend more time playing and less time staring at loading screens. Sure, it’s not hitting the exact advertised speeds, but honestly, I’m more than happy with how quick it is.
4TB of Space: No More Juggling Games
For me, the storage capacity has been the real game-changer. I no longer have to worry about uninstalling games to make room for new ones, which was a constant headache before. Now I’ve got 4TB, and I’ve been able to install most of my game library with room to spare. No more deleting titles or playing the uninstall-install dance every time there’s a big update or a new release.
Thermal Management: Check Your Cooling Setup
One thing to note: I didn’t get the heatsink version of the 990 Pro because my motherboard already has an inbuilt heatsink. It’s been handling the heat like a champ, and the SSD stays cool even during long gaming sessions or when I’m transferring large files. If your motherboard doesn’t have an inbuilt heatsink, I’d definitely recommend either getting the heatsink version of the 990 Pro or buying an aftermarket heatsink to make sure the drive doesn’t overheat during heavy use.
Everyday Performance
Outside of gaming, this SSD has sped up pretty much everything. Whether I’m downloading large game updates or moving files around, everything just works faster. The write speeds might vary, but I haven’t run into any major slowdowns. It’s been a solid upgrade for both gaming and everyday use.
Final Thoughts
Overall, the Samsung 990 Pro 4TB is exactly what I needed. The speed is more than enough for gaming and everyday tasks, and the huge storage means I don’t have to think about what’s installed or what needs to be deleted. Just make sure you’ve got the right cooling setup—if your motherboard doesn’t have an inbuilt heatsink, go for the version with a heatsink or pick up an aftermarket one to keep things cool.
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This is hands down the best upgrade I’ve made to my PC (it works great for PS5 too). The 4TB capacity is insane, and the load times are instant now. Installation was easy. I only buy storage drives from Best Buy to ensure I’m getting a genuine product, and as always, shipping was fast and secure.
Excellent nvme drive and a great deal when on sale
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Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
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The 990 pro is a very fast nvme drive and I would recommend a heatsink to keep it running smoothly and extend its lifespan. If you game or run intensive applications, this drive is a must. So far these drives have served me well with no problems whatsoever, just make sure to use the Samsung magician app to keep the firmware updated which is very important and kudos to Samsung for supporting their products.
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Upgraded to the Samsung 990 PRO 4TB and couldn't be happier. This drive is insanely fast — boot times, game loads, and large file transfers are near-instant. Samsung's reputation for reliability holds strong here, and the 4TB capacity means I no longer worry about running out of space. Whether you're gaming, editing 4K video, or just want top-tier performance, this NVMe drive delivers. It's cool, quiet, and incredibly efficient. Worth every penny.
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This has been an incredible save. I bought a Mac Mini and adding Mac storage is terrible for the wallet. However, with the UGREEN Mac Mini Doc as not only an additional port but as additional storage (which takes the Samsung 990 Pro), it has allowed my brain to not think of storage -- at least for now. Things are running great!
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Samsung is always solid in terms of performance and reliability. This 4TB version holds plenty of games, and even though it's not Gen 5, it's plenty fast enough for the most demanding games.
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My Son's 2TB SSD on his ASUS ROG Zephyrus Dou 16 laptop was almost full. I installed this 4TB SSD as a second drive. Now he has plenty of fast storage. Everything is working great! If you don't have a heat sink, (which most laptops don't), don't forget to install a thermal pad. On my desktop, I ordered the same SSD but with the heat sink. This is a very fast, reliable, and well-made product. I have used the Samsung 990 Pro SSD in several of my laptops and desktops (2TB & 4TB).
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So far so good. Have put this into my new rig and the speeds have been great. Noticed that so many of my games just load up fast and consistently too and allows me to hold a lot more games without having to uninstall and reinstall.
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A solid drive, and it is still going strong. The read write times are quick and it handles loading the more resource intensive games [e.g. Starfield] pretty well. I made the mistake of getting a Corsair MP 600 ssd and it was slow and just nothing but problems. This drive does what I need it to do and it was pretty easy to move my stuff from a WD external HDD to this. A bit pricey, but in my mind it is worth the investment, and given that there is an Asurion repair shop near by, they can handle the repairs[but only if it is still under manufacturer's warranty].
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Hands down the absolute best SSD on the market right now. Samsung hit it out of the ballpark with this one. A verity of storage sizes. I have three of these installed on my PC, PS5 w/ heat sink and Legion Go S. Blistering speed. If you want the best in performance then this is it. I guarantee you won’t be disappointed. I recommend this to anyone who’s looking for the absolute best.
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Does it's job of providing more storage. Easy to install, although it doesn't come with the needed screw - this does seem to be common across different manufacturers. It did take some puzzling to figure out how to format and access the new storage, but that appears to be more of a windows 11 weird change than ant fault of the manufacturer.