Samsung 970 EVO Plus 500GB NVMe M.2 Internal SSD | MZ-V7S500B/AM

Description

The Samsung 970 EVO Plus 500GB Internal Solid State Drive (MZ-V7S500B/AM) is a high-performance NVMe SSD designed for gaming PCs, laptops, workstations, content creation, and demanding everyday workloads.

Featuring 500GB of storage capacity, a PCIe Gen3 x4 interface, NVMe technology, and a compact M.2 2280 form factor, the 970 EVO Plus delivers sequential read speeds of up to 3,500 MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 3,200 MB/s.

Powered by Samsung V-NAND, the Samsung Phoenix controller, and Intelligent TurboWrite technology, it provides significantly faster performance than conventional SATA SSDs.

Key Features

500GB High-Performance NVMe Storage

• 500GB storage capacity
• PCIe Gen3 x4 interface
• NVMe 1.3
• M.2 2280 form factor
• Up to 3,500 MB/s sequential read
• Up to 3,200 MB/s sequential write
• Samsung V-NAND technology
• Samsung Phoenix controller
• Intelligent TurboWrite
• Dynamic Thermal Guard
• No mechanical moving parts

The 500GB capacity provides practical space for Windows, applications, games, productivity software, and frequently accessed files.

Up to 3,500 MB/s Read & 3,200 MB/s Write

The Samsung 970 EVO Plus delivers high-speed PCIe NVMe performance for compatible systems.

Performance

• Sequential Read: Up to 3,500 MB/s
• Sequential Write: Up to 3,200 MB/s
• Random Read: Up to 480,000 IOPS
• Random Write: Up to 550,000 IOPS
• Interface: PCIe Gen3 x4
• Protocol: NVMe 1.3

This level of performance makes the drive suitable for fast system startup, application loading, game storage, large file transfers, and demanding productivity workloads.

Actual performance varies depending on system configuration, workload, available cache, temperature, and other operating conditions.

PCIe Gen3 x4 Interface

The Samsung 970 EVO Plus connects through a PCI Express Gen3 x4 interface, using four PCIe lanes to provide substantially higher bandwidth than SATA-based storage.

Benefits include:

• Fast operating-system startup
• Rapid application loading
• Reduced game loading times
• High-speed file transfers
• Responsive multitasking
• Faster professional workflows
• Low storage latency

A compatible PCIe NVMe M.2 slot is required.

NVMe Technology

The 970 EVO Plus uses the NVMe protocol, which is specifically designed for high-performance PCI Express solid-state storage.

NVMe provides:

• High bandwidth
• Low latency
• Efficient storage communication
• Fast data access
• Improved responsiveness
• High-performance multitasking

This gives the 970 EVO Plus a substantial performance advantage over conventional SATA SSDs in supported workloads.

Samsung V-NAND Technology

The Samsung 970 EVO Plus uses Samsung V-NAND flash memory for high-performance solid-state storage.

Benefits include:

• High-speed electronic data access
• Compact construction
• No mechanical moving components
• Silent operation
• Low access latency
• High storage performance
• Reliable everyday operation

Samsung Phoenix Controller

The 970 EVO Plus uses Samsung's Phoenix controller, designed to manage high-speed NVMe storage workloads efficiently.

Combined with Samsung V-NAND and optimized firmware, the controller helps deliver:

• High sequential performance
• Fast random performance
• Responsive multitasking
• Efficient data management
• Consistent everyday performance

Intelligent TurboWrite

Samsung Intelligent TurboWrite technology uses a high-speed write buffer to accelerate write operations.

It can improve performance during:

• Large file transfers
• Game installations
• Application installations
• Software updates
• Content creation
• Multimedia workloads

Sustained write performance can decrease once the available TurboWrite cache has been exhausted.

M.2 2280 Form Factor

The Samsung 970 EVO Plus uses the widely adopted M.2 2280 form factor.

Advantages include:

• Compact internal installation
• Direct motherboard connection
• No SATA data cable
• No SATA power cable
• Reduced cable clutter
• Suitable for desktops and compatible laptops

Users should verify that their system supports M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe storage, as an M.2 slot that supports only SATA drives may not be compatible.

Specifications

• Brand: Samsung
• Series: 970 EVO Plus
• Model / Part Number: MZ-V7S500B/AM
• Product Type: Internal NVMe Solid State Drive
• Storage Capacity: 500GB
• Form Factor: M.2 2280
• Interface: PCIe Gen3 x4
• Protocol: NVMe 1.3
• NAND Technology: Samsung V-NAND
• Controller: Samsung Phoenix Controller
• Sequential Read: Up to 3,500 MB/s
• Sequential Write: Up to 3,200 MB/s
• Random Read: Up to 480,000 IOPS
• Random Write: Up to 550,000 IOPS
• Cache Technology: Intelligent TurboWrite
• TRIM Support: Yes
• S.M.A.R.T. Support: Yes
• Encryption: AES 256-bit
• Installation Type: Internal
• Moving Parts: None

500GB Storage Capacity

The 500GB capacity provides useful storage for both system files and demanding applications.

It can store:

• Windows
• PC games
• Applications
• Productivity software
• Documents
• Photos
• Videos
• Creative software
• Project files
• Frequently accessed data

Actual usable formatted capacity will be lower than the advertised 500GB.

Gaming Performance

The Samsung 970 EVO Plus is well suited for gaming PCs with compatible NVMe storage support.

Gaming benefits include:

• Fast game loading
• Quick game startup
• Faster installations
• Rapid game updates
• Quick access to game files
• Responsive system performance
• Silent operation

The 500GB capacity can accommodate the operating system alongside a selection of games and applications.

Content Creation & Professional Workloads

High NVMe transfer speeds also make the 970 EVO Plus suitable for professional applications.

Potential uses include:

• Video editing
• Photography
• Graphic design
• 3D applications
• Software development
• Media production
• Large project files
• High-speed file transfers

Its combination of high sequential and random performance helps with workloads involving frequent access to large amounts of data.

Dynamic Thermal Guard

Samsung's Dynamic Thermal Guard technology monitors drive temperature and helps manage performance when necessary to prevent excessive operating temperatures.

This helps provide:

• Thermal monitoring
• Performance management
• Protection against excessive temperatures
• Stable operation during demanding workloads

Proper system airflow and M.2 cooling can further help maintain performance during sustained workloads.

Samsung Magician Software

The 970 EVO Plus supports Samsung Magician SSD management software.

Samsung Magician provides tools for:

• Drive health monitoring
• Performance benchmarking
• Firmware updates
• Diagnostic scans
• Performance optimization
• Security management
• SSD maintenance

This provides a convenient way to monitor and manage the drive.

Reliability & Endurance

The 500GB Samsung 970 EVO Plus is rated for up to 300 TBW (Terabytes Written).

Reliability features include:

• Samsung V-NAND
• Solid-state construction
• No mechanical moving parts
• S.M.A.R.T. monitoring
• TRIM support
• Dynamic Thermal Guard

Actual drive lifespan depends on workload, operating conditions, temperature, and total data written.

Data Security

The Samsung 970 EVO Plus supports hardware-based security technologies.

Features include:

• AES 256-bit hardware encryption
• TCG/Opal support
• IEEE1667 support
• S.M.A.R.T. monitoring
• TRIM support

Availability and configuration of individual security features depend on the system and operating environment.

Best For

• Gaming PCs
• Compatible Laptops
• Windows Boot Drive
• PCIe Gen3 Systems
• Game Storage
• Content Creation
• Video Editing
• Graphic Design
• Professional Applications
• Fast File Transfers
• Desktop & Workstation Upgrades

Why Choose the Samsung 970 EVO Plus 500GB?

• 500GB storage capacity provides practical space for Windows, games, applications, and frequently accessed files.
• Up to 3,500 MB/s sequential read speed provides extremely fast access compared with SATA-based storage.
• Up to 3,200 MB/s sequential write speed delivers high-performance file transfers and application workloads.
• PCIe Gen3 x4 connectivity provides significantly more bandwidth than SATA III.
• NVMe technology provides low-latency, high-speed communication optimized for SSD storage.
• Samsung V-NAND provides high-performance solid-state storage.
• Samsung Phoenix controller helps deliver fast and responsive NVMe performance.
• Intelligent TurboWrite accelerates supported write workloads.
• M.2 2280 design provides compact, cable-free installation.
• Dynamic Thermal Guard helps manage operating temperatures.
• Samsung Magician support provides firmware updates, diagnostics, monitoring, and SSD management.
• 300 TBW endurance rating provides solid durability for typical consumer and gaming workloads.
• The combination of 500GB capacity, up to 3,500/3,200 MB/s read/write speeds, PCIe Gen3 x4, Samsung V-NAND, NVMe technology, and compact M.2 2280 design makes the Samsung 970 EVO Plus 500GB (MZ-V7S500B/AM) a strong high-performance storage upgrade for compatible gaming PCs, laptops, and workstations.