Samsung 9100 PRO 8TB PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
Intel 670p Series 2TB PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
What Buyers Say
Samsung 9100 PRO 8TB PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
The Samsung 9100 Pro is generally praised for its blazing-fast speeds, especially in data transfers and large file loads, with several users noting it's noticeably faster than the 990 Pro. However, one verified buyer experienced a complete drive failure within two weeks, which is a significant concern. Most reviewers recommend it for high-end builds, but advise getting the heatsink version or a good aftermarket cooler.
Pros
- Blazing fast speeds
- Noticeably faster than 990 Pro
- Great for data transfers
- Quality product
- Recommended for high-end builds
Cons
- Potential drive failure within weeks
- Requires heatsink for optimal performance
- Speed difference not noticeable in daily tasks
Intel 670p Series 2TB PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
The Intel 670p SSD receives mixed feedback, with some users reporting compatibility issues in external enclosures and older systems, while others find it works well in compatible setups. The Q&A highlights concerns about NVMe support in enclosures and compatibility with specific laptops like the Lenovo Slim 7 and MacBook Pro, suggesting users should verify compatibility before purchase. Overall, sentiment is neutral to slightly positive, with a cautionary tone about compatibility.
Pros
- Works well in compatible systems
- Good performance for NVMe drives
Cons
- Compatibility issues with external enclosures
- Not recognized by some laptops
- Compatibility concerns with older systems
Scores
Specifications
| Samsung 9100 PRO | Intel 670p Series | |
|---|---|---|
| Drive | ||
| Capacity | ||
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 |
| Interface | PCIe 5.0 x4 | PCIe 3.0 x4 |
| Protocol | NVMe | NVMe |
| PCIe Generation | 5★ | 3 |
| External | ✗ | ✗ |
| Performance | ||
| Sequential Read (MB/s) | ||
| Sequential Write (MB/s) | ||
| Random Read (IOPS) | ||
| Random Write (IOPS) | ||
| Hardware | ||
| NAND | TLC★ | QLC |
| DRAM Cache | ✓ | ✓ |
| Controller | In-House Controller | — |
| Reliability | ||
| Endurance (TBW) | ||
| MTBF (hours) | ||
| Warranty (years) | 5 | 5 |
| Features | ||
| Heatsink | ✓★ | — |
| Hardware Encryption | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Samsung 9100 PRO 8TB PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
- Strong random (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong feature (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong speed (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong capacity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average affordability (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (29th percentile)
Intel 670p Series 2TB PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
- Strong feature (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong random (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong capacity (79th percentile)
- Strong endurance (78th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average social proof (25th percentile)
- Below average affordability (30th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 98 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 9 of 18 specs.