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Samsung 980 1TB NVMe SSD review

Posted by: Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 03/09/2021 05:00 PM [ 17 comment(s) ]

Samsung returns with a new M.2 NVMe SSD in their reputable 900 series product line, this, however, is a value proposition. We test the new Samsung SSD 980, which would be the non-PRO model. It is a product that sticks to PCIe Gen 3.0, but also Samsung stripped away the DRAM cache, now solely utilizing HMB (Host Memory Buffer).

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Samsung 980 Pro 1TB NVMe SSD review 4

Posted by: Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 09/22/2020 04:00 PM [ 42 comment(s) ]

Samsung has released its first-ever PCIe Gen 4.0 NVMe SSD, meet the 980 PRO that is advertised at blistering performance running towards 7 GB/sec. based on 3-bit per cell writes will Samsung be able to deliver? And do you actually need an SSD this fast? Let's find out.

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Samsung 870 QVO 2TB SSD review 4

Posted by: Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 06/30/2020 04:00 PM [ 20 comment(s) ]

Samsung Unleashes its 870 QVO series SATA 6 Gb/s SSDs. As the Q in the name indicates, this is all new QLC based NAND. Don't worry, we'll explain it all but the bottom line is that you will see a new value product series that offers more bang for your bucks and an increase in volume sizes.

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Samsung 970 EVO Plus 2TB NVMe M.2. SSD review 5

Posted by: Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 06/04/2019 02:42 PM [ 21 comment(s) ]

Samsung recently outed a Plus edition of the 970 M.2. EVO drives. All new though is a move towards a 2 TB unit, which we review today. AS IF they were not fast enough, they improved writes allowing R/W up to 3500/3300 MB/s thanks to the latest 3bit written NAND and a new Phoenix controller. 

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Samsung 970 EVO Plus NVMe M.2. (1TB) SSD review 5

Posted by: Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 01/22/2019 05:00 PM [ 22 comment(s) ]

Samsung outs a new TURBO edition of the M.2. EVO drives, AS IF they were not fast enough, they improved writes allowing R/W up to 3500/3300 MB/s thanks to the latest 3bit written NAND and a new Phoenix controller.

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Samsung 860 QVO 2TB SSD review 5

Posted by: Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 11/27/2018 05:00 PM [ 24 comment(s) ]

Samsung releases their all-new 860 QVO series SATA 6 Gb/s SSDs. As the Q in the name indicates, this is all new QLC based NAND. Don't worry, we'll explain it all but the bottom line is that you will see a new value product series that offer more bang for your bucks and an increase in volume sizes.

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Samsung X5 Portable SSD review 5

Posted by: Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 08/29/2018 11:01 AM [ 3 comment(s) ]

We review the Samsung X5 Portable SSD (1000GB). This, by far, is the fastest portable storage to date as it is NVMe and Thunderbolt based, combined with the DNA of NMVe it can reach 2800 MB/sec. The unit makes use of the latest Vertically stacked NAND. 

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Samsung 970 PRO M.2 512GB NVMe SSD review 4

Posted by: Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 04/27/2018 01:52 PM [ 1 comment(s) ]

In this review we examine the Samsung 970 PRO M2 SSD, the new SSD offers faster performance and increased TBW values compared to the 960 series. The new M.2 Pro units will be the most popular ones for the professional desktop enthusiast end-users, it can be purchased in volume sizes up-to 1TB. NVMe Storage technology is advancing with extremely fast paces and steps.

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Samsung 970 EVO M.2 500GB NVMe SSD review 4

Posted by: Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 04/24/2018 06:36 PM [ 18 comment(s) ]

Samsung releases the new 970 EVO and PRO models M.2. SSDs, these offer even faster than 960 series perf and come with increased TBW values as well. The new M.2 EVO units will be the most popular ones for the desktop end-users and can be purchased in volume sizes up-to 2TB. NVMe Storage technology is advancing with extremely fast paces and steps.

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Samsung 860 PRO 2TB SSD review 5

Posted by: Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 01/23/2018 05:00 PM [ 9 comment(s) ]

Samsung releases its 860 PRO series as well, a 6 Gb/s SSD range available from 250GB up-to a whopping 4 Terabyte this new revision is fabbed with 64-cell layer V-NAND and their new MJX controller. Armed with truckloads of performance and interesting pricing, Samsung will once again set the tone and bumps up endurance levels in TBW even more.

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Samsung 860 EVO 2TB SSD review 4

Posted by: Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 01/23/2018 05:00 PM [ 13 comment(s) ]

Samsung releases its 860 EVO series SATA 6 Gb/s SSDs. Available from 250 GB up-to 4 Terabytes, this new revision is fabbed with 64-cell layer V-NAND and their new MJX controller. Armed with truckloads of performance and interesting pricing, Samsung will once again set the tone.

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Samsung T5 Portable SSD review 4

Posted by: Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 08/15/2017 04:00 PM [ 1 comment(s) ]

We review the Samsung T5 Portable SSD (500GB). Currently the fastest portable storage to date on USB 3.1, combined with the DNA of an SSD it can reach 500 MB/sec on both reads and writes - making this a VERY fast storage unit. The unit makes use of the newest Vertically stacked 93D) NAND. Our sample has been equipped with a 500 GB volume size and if you are on the move, this great looking device might just be what the doctor ordered. Now accessible with a mobile APP as well.

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Samsung 960 EVO M.2 1TB NVMe SSD review 5

Posted by: Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 11/15/2016 05:00 PM [ 28 comment(s) ]

A month after the Pro release Samsung releases the 960 EVO. The (slightly) more wallet friendly M.2. SSD promises to be roughly as fast and versatile as the Pro model, a product once again based on a Polaris based controller. These new M.2 EVO units can now be purchased in volume sizes up-to 1TB and use the latest iteration of the nvm express (NVME) 1.2 protocol which is even faster anno 2016. NVMe Storage technology is advancing with extremely fast paces and steps.

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Samsung 960 PRO M.2 1TB NVMe SSD review 4

Posted by: Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 10/19/2016 08:00 AM [ 76 comment(s) ]

In this review we test the new M.2 and extremely fast Samsung 960 PRO Series M.2 SSDs with all new Polaris based controller. These new M.2 units can now be purchased in volume sizes up-to 2TB and use the nvm express (NVME) 1.2 protocol which is even faster anno 2016. Storage technology is advancing with hyper fast paces while remaining competitive in pricing. Does Samsung have yet another NAND success at hand?

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Samsung 750 EVO 500GB SSD review 4

Posted by: Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 06/14/2016 09:34 AM [ 12 comment(s) ]

Samsung has releasd the 500 GB version of the 750 EVO SSD. The 750 series should be a notch more price-competitive yet offers enthusiast class SATA3 performance. Armed with truckloads of performance and that attractive pricing, Samsung will once again set the tone!

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Samsung 950 PRO M.2 SSD review 5

Posted by: Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 11/17/2015 01:41 PM [ 20 comment(s) ]

In this review we test the new M.2 super fast Samsung 950 PRO Series M.2 SSDs. These new M.2 units use the nvm express (NVME) protocol and that means storage technology at hyper fast speeds while remaining competitive in pricing. Samsung will shock and awe you with these puppies.

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Samsung 850 EVO 2TB SSD review 5

Posted by: Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 07/06/2015 03:59 PM [ 20 comment(s) ]

Samsung is upping the ante, releasing the Samsung 850 EVO SSD in large capacity sizes. We review the 2TB verion of this stunning series that offers enthusiast class speed but is competitive in pricing. Armed with truckloads of performance and that attractive pricing, Samsung will once again set the tone.

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Samsung 850 EVO M.2 and mSATA SSD review 5

Posted by: Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 04/17/2015 08:57 AM [ 15 comment(s) ]

In this review we test the new M.2. and mSATA models of the Samsung 850 EVO Series SSDs. Seriously nice storage technology as they are hyper fast, yet made to be very competitive in pricing. Armed with truckloads of performance and that attractive pricing, Samsung will shock and awe you...

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Samsung T1 Portable SSD review 4

Posted by: Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 01/20/2015 04:27 PM [ 13 comment(s) ]

We review the 7cm - 30 gram - Samsung T1 Portable SSD. It is the fastest portable storage to date on USB 3.0, combined with the DNA of an SSD it can reach 450 MB/sec on both reads and writes - making this a VERY fast storage unit. In fact this product houses the very latest 3D Vertical NAND. Our sample has been equipped with a 500 GB SSD and if you are on the move, this great looking device might just be what the doctor ordered.

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Samsung 850 EVO SSD review 4

Posted by: Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 12/08/2014 04:57 PM [ 21 comment(s) ]

In this review we test the 500 GB Samsung 850 EVO SSD. The new SSD is a stunning series of storage technology as it is has enthusiast class speed, yet is made to be very competitive in pricing. Armed with truckloads of performance and that attractive pricing, Samsung will shock and awe you...

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Samsung 850 Pro SSD review 5

Posted by: Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 10/16/2014 09:30 AM [ 35 comment(s) ]

In this review we test the 1TB Samsung 850 Pro SSD. A lovely piece of technology. An SSD that is extremely fast and actually amongst the handful of fastest storage units we have ever tested. Head on over into the review.

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Samsung I9300 Galaxy S III review 3

Posted by: Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 06/04/2012 02:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]

We review the Samsung I9300 Galaxy S III, Under the motto 'three times is a charm' Samsung releases their Samsung Galaxy S III smartphone. The screen of the S3 is a McDonald's super sized 4.8" Big Mac that tops even the HTC Titan II, yes, the display screen is massive. Will this Ice Cream Sandwich powered device be all we want it to be?

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Samsung Spinpoint HD203WI 2TB HDD review 2

Posted by: Hilbert Hagedoorn on: 05/31/2010 02:00 PM [ 0 comment(s) ]
We test the latest Samsung Spinpoint F3 HD203WI HDD. it comes with 2TB that's 2000 GB of storage and sells at an incredible 117 EUR these days. But does it perform at the very least reasonably ? Read article

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