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Best SSDs under €300 for workstation use

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Samsung 128GB SSD

51.6 Workstations Score
128GBSATA III2.5"550 MB/sDRAM cache
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Best SSDs under €600 for workstation use

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Samsung 1TB SSD PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2

81.6 Workstations Score
1TBPCIe 4.0M.27,000 MB/sDRAM cache
Why we recommend this

The PCIe 4.0 interface delivers sequential reads up to 7,000 MB/s and writes up to 5,000 MB/s, with TLC NAND and a DRAM cache for sustained performance. Hardware encryption and a 600 TBW endurance rating add security and longevity, while the M.2 2280 form factor fits most modern laptops and desktops. Best for gamers and video editors who need fast load times and large file transfers on a PCIe 4.0-capable system.

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Samsung 870 EVO 2TB SATA III 2.5"

71.3 Workstations Score
2TBSATA III2.5"560 MB/sDRAM cache
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The 2TB SATA III drive delivers 560 MB/s reads and 530 MB/s writes, making it up to 3.6 times faster than a typical HDD, with a 1200 TBW endurance rating and 5-year warranty. Its DRAM cache and TLC NAND ensure consistent performance, while the free Samsung Magician software simplifies data migration and drive monitoring. Best for budget-conscious desktop or laptop users upgrading from an HDD who need reliable, high-capacity storage without NVMe costs.

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Samsung SSD SATA III 2.5"

52.8 Workstations Score
1TBSATA III2.5"560 MB/sDRAM cache
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Samsung 8TB SSD SATA III

61.9 Workstations Score
8TBSATA III2.5"560 MB/sDRAM cache
Why we recommend this

The 8TB capacity with QLC NAND and DRAM cache delivers 560 MB/s reads and 530 MB/s writes, making it one of the largest SATA SSDs available. Its 2880 TBW endurance and 1,500,000-hour MTBF offer long-term reliability, while hardware encryption adds security for sensitive files. Best for IT professionals and creators who need massive, dependable storage for archives, media libraries, and backups in a desktop or laptop.

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Samsung 512GB SSD SATA III

41.2 Workstations Score
512GBSATA III2.5"560 MB/s
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