- Is the 870 EVO worth it over a cheaper SATA SSD?
- It costs more than budget SATA drives but adds a DRAM cache, Samsung V-NAND and a strong reliability record. If you want a dependable drive for an older machine, it is a sound pick.
- Will it work in my laptop?
- It fits any laptop or desktop with a standard 2.5-inch SATA bay. Check that your machine has a SATA drive bay and not only an M.2 slot.
- How does it compare with an NVMe SSD?
- NVMe drives are several times faster because they bypass the SATA interface. Choose the 870 EVO only when your system has no M.2 slot or you need a second SATA drive.
- Does it come with cloning software?
- Samsung offers its Magician and Data Migration tools for download, which let you clone an existing drive. No cable is included, so you may need a SATA-to-USB adapter.
- Is 500GB enough?
- It is fine for an operating system, apps and photos. Large game libraries or video projects will outgrow it, so consider a larger capacity.
- Does it support encryption?
- Yes, it supports hardware-based encryption, which works with your system's drive encryption features.
- Where is the Samsung 870 EVO SATA 2.5-inch SSD 500GB cheapest?
- At B&H Photo-Video-Audio, for $249.99, 17% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Samsung 870 EVO SATA 2.5-inch SSD 500GB?
- 11 stores we checked sell it, including B&H Photo-Video-Audio, CDW, Insight, Walmart, Samsung.