Is the 990 PRO with Heatsink worth it over the 980 PRO?

If you want the fastest PCIe 4.0 drive with better thermals and efficiency, yes. For everyday use the gain over the 980 PRO is modest, so the older drive remains a reasonable pick.

Does it fit in a PS5?

Yes. The heatsink version is designed to fit the PS5's M.2 slot and meets Sony's size and thickness requirements.

Will it work in a laptop?

Only if the laptop has room for the heatsink. The bare 990 PRO, without a heatsink, is the safer choice for thin laptops.

Is it compatible with PCIe 3.0 systems?

Yes, it is backward compatible, but it will run at PCIe 3.0 speeds, so much of its performance goes unused.

The SSD with its attached heatsink and the mounting screw. No cloning software license or cable is included.

How does it compare with PCIe 5.0 drives?

PCIe 5.0 drives reach higher peak sequential speeds, but they run hotter and draw more power. The 990 PRO stays cooler and is fast enough for most games and workloads.

Where is the Samsung 990 PRO With Heatsink SSD 1TB cheapest?

At Walmart, for $314.99, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Samsung 990 PRO With Heatsink SSD 1TB?

Rated 5 out of 5 from 1 ratings.

Samsung 990 PRO With Heatsink SSD 1TB

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Our take on the Samsung 990 PRO With Heatsink SSD 1TB

The Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink is a PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD built for fast gaming and heavy workloads. Its integrated heatsink keeps the drive cool in a PS5 or a desktop, where bare drives can throttle. It is one of the quickest PCIe 4.0 drives available, close to the ceiling of the interface, and reviewers rate its sustained speed and power efficiency highly. It costs more than budget PCIe 4.0 drives, and PCIe 5.0 models now beat it on peak speed, but it runs cooler and draws less power than those rivals.

Best forPS5 storage upgradesGaming PCs and high-end desktopsVideo editing and large file transfersLaptop-to-desktop builds that need a heatsink

Pros

Near the top of PCIe 4.0 sequential read and write speeds
Integrated heatsink controls temperature in tight spaces
Strong power efficiency and sustained performance
Samsung Magician software for health, firmware and over-provisioning
Five-year limited warranty

Cons

Pricier than mainstream PCIe 4.0 drives
PCIe 5.0 drives now exceed its peak speeds
Heatsink version is too tall for some laptops and tight slots
No dramatic gain over the 980 PRO in everyday use

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What reviewers say

Reviewers and owners rate the 990 PRO with Heatsink among the fastest PCIe 4.0 SSDs, praising its sustained speed, cool running and power efficiency. Most criticism centers on its premium price and the modest real-world gain over the previous generation.

What people mention

SpeedPraisedOwners say large game and file transfers finish quickly and load times drop.
ThermalsPraisedThe heatsink keeps the drive cool under sustained writes, avoiding slowdowns.
Power efficiencyPraisedReviewers note it draws less power than many fast PCIe 4.0 rivals.
ValueCriticisedBuyers say it costs noticeably more than mainstream PCIe 4.0 drives.
Generational gainMixedSome owners see little real-world difference from the 980 PRO.
Heatsink fitMixedThe tall heatsink suits a PS5 or desktop but can be too thick for some laptops.

About the Samsung 990 PRO With Heatsink SSD 1TB

The Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink is a 1TB solid state drive (SSD) built to deliver the performance of PCIe 4.0. It includes a heatsink.

An in-house controller manages heat to keep power efficiency high while maintaining performance.

Brand: Samsung
Capacity: 1TB
Interface: PCIe 4.0
Cooling: Heatsink; controller with smart heat control

Questions and answers

Is the 990 PRO with Heatsink worth it over the 980 PRO?: If you want the fastest PCIe 4.0 drive with better thermals and efficiency, yes. For everyday use the gain over the 980 PRO is modest, so the older drive remains a reasonable pick.
Does it fit in a PS5?: Yes. The heatsink version is designed to fit the PS5's M.2 slot and meets Sony's size and thickness requirements.
Will it work in a laptop?: Only if the laptop has room for the heatsink. The bare 990 PRO, without a heatsink, is the safer choice for thin laptops.
Is it compatible with PCIe 3.0 systems?: Yes, it is backward compatible, but it will run at PCIe 3.0 speeds, so much of its performance goes unused.
What is in the box?: The SSD with its attached heatsink and the mounting screw. No cloning software license or cable is included.
How does it compare with PCIe 5.0 drives?: PCIe 5.0 drives reach higher peak sequential speeds, but they run hotter and draw more power. The 990 PRO stays cooler and is fast enough for most games and workloads.
Where is the Samsung 990 PRO With Heatsink SSD 1TB cheapest?: At Walmart, for $314.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Samsung 990 PRO With Heatsink SSD 1TB?: Rated 5 out of 5 from 1 ratings.