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Samsung 970 EVO SSD 1 TB M.2 2280

Samsung 970 EVO SSD 1 TB M.2 2280

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$339.99at NeweggChecked Nov 9

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $339.99 at Newegg on Nov 9.

Our take on the Samsung 970 EVO SSD 1 TB M.2 2280

The Samsung 970 EVO is a PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe M.2 SSD built on 64-layer TLC NAND with Samsung's Phoenix controller and a DRAM cache. Sequential reads reach about 3,400 MB/s and writes about 2,500 MB/s, with a 600 TBW endurance rating and a 5-year warranty. It suits laptops and desktops with an M.2 slot that need fast everyday storage, and it remains a solid value against newer PCIe 4.0 drives that cost more and only pay off in large file transfers. Reviewers rate it highly for consistent speed and reliability.

Best forLaptop and desktop upgradesEveryday boot and app loadingGaming and large game librariesVideo editing and file transfers
Pros
  • Sequential reads up to about 3,400 MB/s
  • DRAM cache keeps speeds steady under load
  • 600 TBW endurance and 5-year warranty
  • Samsung Magician software for health and firmware
  • No cables or drive bay needed in M.2 slots
Cons
  • PCIe 3.0 only, slower than Gen4 drives
  • TLC NAND, not MLC, so sustained writes can dip
  • Runs warm without a heatsink under heavy loads
  • No heatsink included

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Samsung 970 EVO SSD 1 TB M.2 2280 price history

Lowest price we've seen: $339.99 on Nov 9 at Newegg. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Reviewers and owners consistently praise the 970 EVO for fast boot times, stable performance and Samsung's software. Most complaints center on heat under sustained writes and the fact that newer PCIe 4.0 drives are faster.

What people mention
  • SpeedPraisedOwners say boot times and app loading feel much faster than SATA drives.
  • HeatCriticisedSome users report high temperatures during long writes, especially in laptops.
  • ReliabilityPraisedLong-term owners report years of use without failures or slowdowns.
  • Sustained writesMixedSpeed holds up for bursts but drops once the cache is exhausted on very large transfers.
  • SoftwarePraisedSamsung Magician is called useful for cloning, firmware updates and health checks.

Specifications

Form Factor
M.2Source
Type
SSDSource
Placement
InternalSource
Size (GB)
1000Source
Flash Memory

Questions and answers

Is the 970 EVO still worth buying over a PCIe 4.0 drive?
For everyday use, yes. Real-world boot and app loading gains from Gen4 are small, and the 970 EVO is cheaper. Choose Gen4 only if you move very large files often.
Will it fit my laptop?
It fits any M.2 2280 slot that supports PCIe NVMe. Check that your laptop takes a 2280-length drive and has an NVMe-capable slot, not SATA-only M.2.
Do I need a heatsink?
Usually not for normal use. A heatsink helps in desktops or during long sustained writes, and some motherboards include one.
How does it compare with the 970 EVO Plus?
The Plus has higher write speeds and slightly better endurance. The standard 970 EVO is fine for most buyers and often the better value.
What comes in the box?
Just the drive and documentation. No screws, heatsink or cloning cable are included.
Can I use it in a PS5?
No. The PS5 requires a PCIe 4.0 NVMe drive with a heatsink, so the 970 EVO does not meet the requirement.
Where is the Samsung 970 EVO SSD 1 TB M.2 2280 cheapest?
At Newegg, for $339.99, as of our latest check.

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