Samsung - 980 PRO 2TB Internal Gaming SSD PCIe Gen 4 x4 NVMe
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Description
Features
Maximum speed
980 PRO is raising the bar for NVMe SSDs, delivering read speeds up to 7,000 MB/s². With a PCIe 4.0 interface, it is 2x faster than PCIe 3.0 SSDs³ and 12x faster than Samsung SATA SSDs⁴
A winning combination
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.
Efficient M.2 SSD
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 thus optimized power efficiency, it’s ideal for building high-performance computing systems
Reliable thermal control
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.
Smart thermal solution
Embedded with Samsung’s cutting-edge thermal control algorithm, 980 PRO manages heat on its own to deliver durable and reliable performance, while minimizing performance fluctuations during extended usage
Samsung Magician Software
Unlock the full potential of 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.
World’s #1 Flash Memory Brand
Experience the performance and reliability from the world’s number one brand for flash memory since 2003⁵. All firmware and components, including Samsung’s world-renowned DRAM and NAND, are produced in-house, allowing end-to-end integration for quality you can trust.
¹Results are based on a comparison with Samsung PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSDs and SATA SSDs.
²Performance may vary depending on the SSD’s firmware version and the system hardware & system configuration. Performance measurements are based on Iometer 1.1.0. The write performances were measured with Intelligent TurboWrite technology being activated.
²The sequential write performances after Intelligent TurboWrite region are: up to 500MB/s(250GB), 1,000MB/s(500GB), 2,000MB/s(1TB) and 4,000MB/s(2TB).
³Results are based on a comparison with Samsung PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSDs and SATA SSDs.
⁴Test system configuration: AMD Ryzen 9 3900X 12-Core Processor [email protected], DDR4 2666MHz 16GBx2, OS-Windows 10 Pro 64bit, Chipset-ASUS-X570-ROG Crosshair VIII Formula. To maximize the performance of the 980 PRO, please check whether your system supports PCIe 4.0 at the Intel or AMD website.
⁵2003-2019 IHS Markit market share data. The NVM Express® design mark is a registered trademark of NVM Express, Inc.
What's Included
980 PRO 2TB NVMe Solid State Drives
Key Specs
- Storage Capacity2000 gigabytes
- Storage Drive TypeSSD
- Maximum Read Speed7000 megabytes per second
- Maximum Write Speed5100 megabytes per second
- Form FactorM.2 2280
- Interface(s)PCIe Gen 4 x4
General
- Product Name980 PRO 2TB Internal Gaming SSD PCIe Gen 4 x4 NVMe
- BrandSamsung
- Model NumberMZ-V8P2T0B/AM
- ColorBlack
- Color CategoryBlack
Capacity
- Storage Capacity2000 gigabytes
Performance
- Storage Drive TypeSSD
- Maximum Read Speed7000 megabytes per second
- Maximum Write Speed5100 megabytes per second
- HeatsinkNo
Compatibility
- Internal Or ExternalInternal
- Product CompatibilityDesktop computers, Laptop computers
- Form FactorM.2 2280
- Interface(s)PCIe Gen 4 x4
Features
- Data EncryptionYes
- UsageGaming
- Lighting TypeNone
Memory
- NAND Flash Memory TypeV-NAND
Dimension
- Product Height0.09 inches
- Product Width0.87 inches
- Product Weight0.32 ounces
Included
- Included SoftwareSamsung Magician
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts5 year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor5 year
Other
- UPC887276456430
Customer reviews
Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars with 2252 reviews
(2,252 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Value4.7
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
- Quality4.9
Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use4.9
Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
Expert reviews
See all expert reviews(5)Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 5 reviews
Customers are saying
Customers frequently mention the Samsung 980 PRO 2TB Internal Gaming SSD's easy installation, ample storage space, and impressive performance. Many gamers specifically appreciate its fast read/write speeds and smooth gaming experience. While some find the price to be a bit high, most agree that the product's reliability and compatibility make it worth the investment.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
- Pros mentioned:Easy to install, Performance, Speed
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Samsung 980 PRO 2TB SSD Review: Speed, Reliability
||Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Samsung 980 PRO 2TB SSD Review: Speed, Reliability, and Excellence The Samsung 980 PRO 2TB Internal Gaming SSD is a game-changer for anyone looking for cutting-edge performance. Whether you're a gamer, content creator, or power user, this SSD checks all the boxes for speed, capacity, and reliability. What I Love About the 980 PRO: Incredible Speed: The blazing-fast read speeds of up to 7,000 MB/s and write speeds of up to 5,100 MB/s make a noticeable difference. Games load in a flash, large files transfer effortlessly, and multitasking feels seamless. Consistent Performance: Even during demanding tasks, the drive maintains top-notch performance without any signs of lag or throttling. The built-in thermal management system ensures it stays cool under pressure. Easy Installation and Setup: Installing the 980 PRO was straightforward, and Samsung’s Magician software made optimization and updates a breeze. Reliable and Durable: Samsung’s reputation for quality shines here. I love knowing this drive will last for years
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Price, Speed, Storage
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
phenomenal performance
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.got on sale and extremely happy. SSD’s used to be 100s and now 2TB can be affordable. never will i go back to HDD for games when the speed of SSDs is not comparable
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Speed
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
PS5 Storage Expansion
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This 2TB 980 Pro is working well with my PS5. I have played games, transferred, and downloaded many content on this SSD. So far I have used the 980 Pro for around 10 hours on my PS5 and I did not experience any errors or abnormal behaviors. Read and write is fast. I do not have a heat sink attached to it. Sony recommend having a heat sink and I would do just that. It will help with heat. One of the features this 980 Pro has is heat management. It is nickel coated to keep the heat down on the controller. For me, I am temporarily using two small desk top fan to cool the PS5. I can feel the air where my chair is. The fan is powerful but small and quite. The console itself is cool to the touch and never feel warm. I keep the console on top of my desk in a well ventilated area. I will order a heat sink and attached it to the 980 Pro in the future. I am not worried about thermal because the PS5 is cool to the touch, the read and write speed is still fast after long period of use, and I have not experience any lag or longer loading time after long hours of runtime. Working flawless and I am happy with the speed and storage capacity. Only thing I could think of that I am not happy right away is the price but SSD around this performance at the time of doing this review, is similar cost. You get what you paid for. Higher cost, should yield higher quality and performance and this 980 Pro is worth the price after you get over yourself for spending the same amount on this SSD compared to a digital PS5 lol.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Price, Speed, Storage
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic SSD for your PS5 expansion bay
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I installed this SSD into my PS5 along with a cheap heat sync I found online. This is a cheaper way to get your PS5 SSD than buying one with a factory installed heat sync. Save yourself the money and do it yourself. Speeds exceed that of the internal SSD in the PS5. I have had zero issue's with the drive after installing over 1.2TB of games onto it. I keep PS5 exclusive games on the internal while everything else goes on this drive. Great product and if/when 4TB versions come down in price substantially I will be looking to upgrade.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Price, Speed, Storage
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The one you're looking for
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.At its current price of 120 USD, this is the one to go to when you want the most bang for your buck in 2023. Completely satisfied with it. Entire OS is blazing fast now, and all my Steam games load and update fast. If you were thinking about upgrading your SSD, now's the perfect time since the recent price drops means you can get premium SSDs for midrange price.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Speed, Storage
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Samsung 980 Pro 2TB internal SSD PCIe Gen 4 x4 NVM
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I replaced the existing 1TB drive with the Samsung 980 Pro 2TB, After cloneing the 1TB to the Samsung 980, my ASUS laptop boots very fast and runs programs twice as fast now. I am very happy with the Samsung 980 Pro gaming drive.
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Easy to install, Speed
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great SSD for desktop
||Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.So far its working well and fast at moving files in and/or out. Easy to install as well. To use it, you gotta install an app on your desktop but that app contains valuable information about the SSD as well as your own desktop! And also allows customization on the speed of the SSD card
I would recommend this to a friend - Pros mentioned:Easy to install, Price, Speed
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best one!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Best price, good speed, very easy installation. No problems in any stage since.
I would recommend this to a friend
What experts are saying
Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 5 reviews
(5 Reviews)- AnandTechBilly Tallis on September 22, 2020
The Samsung 980 PRO PCIe 4.0 SSD Review: A Spirit of HopeIt may be a bit later than originally planned, but Samsung's first consumer SSD to support PCIe 4.0 is here. The Samsung 980 PRO was first previewed at CES in January, but we didn't hear anything further until leaks started appearing towards the
Full Review - Tech AdvisorRating, 4 out of 54.0Mark Pickavance on October 19, 2020
Samsung 980 ProThe new Samsung 980 Pro SSD embraces PCIe 4.0 bandwidth for even greater speeds, but it isn't all good news. Find out why in our full review
Full Review - TweakTownRating, 4.8 out of 54.8Jon Coulter on October 29, 2021
Samsung 980 PRO with Heatsink 1TB SSD ReviewSamsung's legendary 980 PRO is now available with a PS5 certified heat sink. This thing is cool under fire in all scenarios.
Full Review - Tom's HardwareRating, 4.5 out of 54.5Sean Webster on September 22, 2020
Samsung 980 Pro M.2 NVMe SSD Review: Redefining Gen4 PerformancePowered by a new 8nm NVMe SSD controller and the company's V6 V-NAND.
Full Review - IT PRORating, 4 out of 54.0Darien Graham-Smith on November 19, 2021
Samsung 980 Pro review: Smashing speeds | IT PROStaggering performance and handy extras make this a worthy contender
Full Review
Q: QuestionHas anyone noticed it being hot? Not quite sure if it would be ok for my laptop.
Asked by mmsumulong.
- A:Answer It becomes very hot. As per my initial use it use somewhere between 60-70C but I've read someone measure it as high as 81C. I purchased a 1mm copper heatsink with thermal tape and attached it to this SSD. As per my measurement temperatures range from 34C to 46C. I've read somewhere 50C is still considered normal or acceptable. Note not purchase the 3mm heatsinks (the ones with fins) as they are designed for desktops. The 1mm copper heatsink fits perfectly on ,y HP Pavilion gaming laptop replacing the meatl bracket (with thermal paste) holding the old SSD.
Answered by msumulong
Q: QuestionWhat is the best heat sink for this SSD. I’m trying to get one for the new PS5. I need one that is compatible with the SSD and will fit inside the PS5. Thank you in advance for your help.
Asked by ProCon.
- A:Answer MHQJRH Inexpensive and easy to install. 5 minutes to slap it to the Samsung pro and then install in the ps5
Answered by JoeM
Q: Questionis this compatible with a CyberPowerPC - Gamer Xtreme Gaming Desktop - Intel Core i5-11600KF - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 - 500GB SSD
Asked by nick.
- A:Answer It should be compatible with any m.2 NVME slot. When you buy this, if you currently have a NVME drive and don’t have two NVME slots, you will need to purchase an adapter in order to use the Samsung cloning software. I bought my adapter for $14 on Amazon.
Answered by Arthur
Q: QuestionHow about adding the endurance specification to your descriptions?
Asked by Anonymous.
- A:Answer To be fair even Samsung won't list the TBW on their own website and if you haven't noticed these drives no longer use MLC they use TLC.
Answered by GamerTx79
Q: Questionhi do i need a heatsink?? i got Msi gaming laptop Thank you
Asked by a667701.
- A:Answer a667701: 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. However, if you do want a heatsink, the 980 PRO with Heatsink delivers an additional layer of thermal control for smart heat management to reduce heat. With the added heatsink, play confidently on PlayStation 5 gaming consoles and PC systems without worries of sudden performance drops from overheating. - Samsung Memory
Answered by Samsung
Q: QuestionCan best buy be willing to put a heatsink on a Samsung 980 pro ssd
Asked by John.
- A:Answer no, that is something u will have to do or buy one with a heatsink. there is one for sale with a heatsink on bestbuys website
Answered by Jeff
Q: QuestionCan this fit in a ibuypower-Gaming Desktop-Intel i7-10700K-16GB Memory-NVIDIA GE FORCE RTX 2070 8GB 1TB HDD+ 480GB SSD?
Asked by Marco.
- A:Answer As long as you have a NVMe 2.0 slot it will. This is a gen 4 x 4 so unless your motherboard supports that you won't get the full speed advantage.
Answered by Foggy62
Q: Questionis it possible to install and use Samsung 980 PRO 2TB Internal Gaming SSD PCIe Gen 4 x4 NVMe in Acer - Predator Helios 300 - 15.6" FHD 165Hz Gaming Laptop - Intel Core i7 - 16GB DDR5 - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 ? Does it Supports 2TB SSD in One slot?
Asked by Ked.
- A:Answer Yes, absolutely. I did the same thing with the same laptop and it works flawlessly.
Answered by Caro