Samsung 990 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 Internal SSD with Heatsink
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Our take on the Samsung 990 PRO PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 Internal SSD with Heatsink
The Samsung 990 PRO is a PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 internal SSD built for fast storage upgrades in desktops and laptops with an M.2 slot. This version adds a slim aluminum heatsink, which suits desktop builds and PS5 consoles where a heatsink is required or recommended. It is one of the quickest PCIe 4.0 drives available, with sequential reads near the top of the Gen 4 class and strong random performance for gaming and heavy workloads. Rivals like the WD Black SN850X and Crucial P5 Plus are close in real-world use, so the 990 PRO mainly appeals to buyers who want Samsung's software, endurance and consistent speeds.
- Near the top of PCIe 4.0 speed for sequential and random reads
- Heatsink helps keep sustained speeds steadier under load
- Samsung Magician software for health, firmware and over-provisioning
- High endurance rating for its capacity class
- Strong random performance for games and app loading
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What reviewers say
Reviewers rate the 990 PRO among the fastest PCIe 4.0 SSDs and praise its consistent performance and software. Owners like the easy setup and the heatsink version for desktops and PS5. Complaints center on heat under sustained writes and the premium over close rivals.
- SpeedPraisedReviewers put it among the fastest PCIe 4.0 drives for both sequential and random work.
- HeatMixedThe heatsink helps, but owners note the drive still gets warm during long sustained writes.
- SoftwarePraisedSamsung Magician is called useful for firmware updates, health checks and tuning.
Questions and answers
- Is the 990 PRO with heatsink worth it over the version without one?
- The heatsink version is the better pick for desktops with airflow and for PS5 expansion, where a heatsink is required or recommended. The bare drive is the safer choice for laptops and tight slots.
- Will it fit a PS5?
- Yes. The slim heatsink version is designed to fit the PS5 M.2 expansion slot within Sony's size limits. Check clearance before installing.
- How does it compare with the WD Black SN850X?
- Both are top-tier PCIe 4.0 drives. The 990 PRO tends to lead slightly in random and sustained performance, while the SN850X is often close in real-world use. Choose based on software preference and fit.
- Does it work in a PCIe 3.0 slot?
- Yes, it is backward compatible and will run at PCIe 3.0 speeds. You will not get the full speed until you use a PCIe 4.0 slot.
- What is in the box?
- The drive with its pre-installed heatsink. Mounting screws are not always included, so check your motherboard or console hardware.
- Is it good for video editing?
- Yes. Its high sustained write speed and endurance suit large video files and scratch-disk use. Very long exports can still warm the drive.
