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Samsung - 990 EVO SSD 1TB Internal SSD PCIe Gen 4x4 | Gen 5x2 M.2 2280, Speeds Up to 5,000MB/s
Average customer rating
4.8
(282 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 282 reviews
5 Stars
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4 Stars
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3 Stars
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Customer Reviews for Samsung - 990 EVO SSD 1TB Internal SSD PCIe Gen 4x4 | Gen 5x2 M.2 2280, Speeds Up to 5,000MB/s
Customer Rating
5
The best there is
on May 30, 2025
Posted by: Anonymous
from Abidjan, ivory coast
Expertise:Intermediate
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] When I first got my hands on the **990 EVO**, I was eager to test it out. Samsung has built a solid reputation in the SSD world, so expectations were high. Installation was **quick and seamless**, thanks to the **M.2 form factor**, which slid right into the motherboard with no fuss.
### **Performance in Daily Use**
Booting up the system was **noticeably faster** than my previous SATA SSD. Windows loaded almost **instantly**, and programs opened with **zero lag**. The snappiness was impressive, even without DRAM, thanks to the **Host Memory Buffer (HMB)** technology.
Booting up the system was **noticeably faster** than my previous SATA SSD. Windows loaded almost **instantly**, and programs opened with **zero lag**. The snappiness was impressive, even without DRAM, thanks to the **Host Memory Buffer (HMB)** technology.
File transfers were **smooth**, but while copying large chunks of data (like 100GB of video files), I noticed **a slight dip in sustained write speeds**. It wasn’t a deal-breaker, but **power users handling massive workloads** might want to consider something with dedicated DRAM.
### **Gaming & Heat Management**
When gaming, load times were **fantastic**. Titles like **Cyberpunk 2077 and Red Dead Redemption 2** booted up faster than ever. The heat management also proved effective—the **heat-spreader label** kept temperatures **stable** even during heavy sessions.
When gaming, load times were **fantastic**. Titles like **Cyberpunk 2077 and Red Dead Redemption 2** booted up faster than ever. The heat management also proved effective—the **heat-spreader label** kept temperatures **stable** even during heavy sessions.
That said, if you're running it in **an ultra-tight space without airflow**, you may want to consider **an additional heatsink**, especially for prolonged workloads.
### **Reliability & Security**
I love that it has **AES 256-bit encryption**—important for keeping sensitive files safe. Samsung’s **Magician software** made monitoring the drive **super easy**, showing detailed health stats and optimization tools. Plus, knowing it comes with a **five-year warranty** gave me peace of mind.
I love that it has **AES 256-bit encryption**—important for keeping sensitive files safe. Samsung’s **Magician software** made monitoring the drive **super easy**, showing detailed health stats and optimization tools. Plus, knowing it comes with a **five-year warranty** gave me peace of mind.
### **Final Verdict**
Overall, the **990 EVO is an excellent SSD for everyday users and gamers**, offering **solid speed, power efficiency, and security**. While it’s not quite **top-tier for sustained write performance**, it nails **general usability** and feels like a reliable drive for long-term use.
Overall, the **990 EVO is an excellent SSD for everyday users and gamers**, offering **solid speed, power efficiency, and security**. While it’s not quite **top-tier for sustained write performance**, it nails **general usability** and feels like a reliable drive for long-term use.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
990 Evo 1tb
on June 2, 2025
Posted by: Kgyulaen
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a great item. The speed is perfect for casual gaming.
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US