Samsung 990 PRO 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD with Heatsink

Description

The Samsung 990 PRO 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD with Heatsink is a flagship high-performance internal solid-state drive designed for gaming PCs, PlayStation 5, professional workstations, video editing, and demanding creative workloads.

Featuring 1TB of storage capacity, a PCIe Gen4 x4 interface, NVMe 2.0, and an M.2 2280 form factor, the Samsung 990 PRO delivers sequential read speeds of up to 7,450 MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 6,900 MB/s.

This version includes an integrated heatsink designed to efficiently dissipate heat and help maintain stable performance during intensive gaming and professional workloads.

Key Features

1TB Flagship NVMe Storage

• 1TB storage capacity
• PCIe Gen4 x4 interface
• NVMe 2.0
• M.2 2280 form factor
• Integrated heatsink
• Up to 7,450 MB/s sequential read
• Up to 6,900 MB/s sequential write
• Samsung V-NAND TLC
• Samsung in-house controller
• Dedicated DRAM cache
• Intelligent TurboWrite 2.0
• Dynamic Thermal Guard
• Compatible with PlayStation 5
• No mechanical moving parts

Up to 7,450 MB/s Read & 6,900 MB/s Write

The Samsung 990 PRO is engineered to maximize the performance available from PCIe Gen4.

Performance

• Sequential Read: Up to 7,450 MB/s
• Sequential Write: Up to 6,900 MB/s
• Random Read: Up to 1,200,000 IOPS
• Random Write: Up to 1,550,000 IOPS
• Interface: PCIe Gen4 x4
• Protocol: NVMe 2.0

This performance makes the SSD suitable for high-end gaming, demanding applications, large file transfers, and professional content creation.

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

Integrated Heatsink

This version of the Samsung 990 PRO features a factory-installed heatsink designed specifically for thermal management.

Benefits include:

• Efficient heat dissipation
• Reduced risk of thermal throttling
• Improved performance consistency
• Better temperature management
• No need to purchase a separate M.2 heatsink
• Suitable for sustained gaming workloads
• Suitable for compatible PS5 consoles

The heatsink works alongside Samsung's internal thermal-management technologies to help maintain stable SSD performance.

PlayStation 5 Compatible

The Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink can be used as an internal M.2 storage expansion drive for PlayStation 5.

Benefits include:

• High-speed PCIe Gen4 NVMe interface
• Integrated heatsink
• 1TB additional storage
• Space for additional PS5 games
• Games can be installed and played directly from the compatible M.2 SSD
• Designed to fit compatible PS5 M.2 expansion requirements

PS5 system software should be kept updated, and Sony's installation requirements should be followed.

PCIe Gen4 x4 Interface

The Samsung 990 PRO uses a PCI Express Gen4 x4 interface, providing substantially greater bandwidth than SATA and previous-generation PCIe storage.

Benefits include:

• Rapid operating-system startup
• Fast application loading
• Reduced game loading times
• High-speed file transfers
• Responsive multitasking
• Faster installations
• High-performance gaming storage

For maximum performance, a compatible PCIe Gen4 x4 M.2 slot is required.

NVMe 2.0 Technology

The Samsung 990 PRO supports NVMe 2.0, providing efficient communication between the SSD and compatible PCIe systems.

Benefits include:

• High bandwidth
• Low latency
• Fast data access
• High random performance
• Efficient storage communication
• Responsive multitasking
• Optimized SSD operation

Samsung V-NAND TLC

The 990 PRO uses Samsung V-NAND TLC flash memory, designed to provide high performance and strong endurance.

Benefits include:

• High read performance
• High write performance
• Low access latency
• Strong endurance
• High storage density
• Silent operation
• No mechanical moving components

Dedicated DRAM Cache

The Samsung 990 PRO includes dedicated DRAM cache to support high-performance storage operations.

Benefits include:

• Fast metadata access
• Strong random performance
• Responsive multitasking
• Efficient flash management
• Consistent performance
• Improved responsiveness under demanding workloads

This helps distinguish the 990 PRO from more basic DRAM-less NVMe SSD designs.

Intelligent TurboWrite 2.0

Samsung's Intelligent TurboWrite 2.0 technology uses a high-speed write buffer to accelerate supported write operations.

It can improve performance during:

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

Sustained write speeds can decrease after the available TurboWrite cache has been exhausted.

Advanced Heat Control

The integrated heatsink works together with Samsung's thermal-management technologies.

Thermal features include:

• Integrated heatsink
• Dynamic Thermal Guard
• Nickel-coated controller
• Intelligent temperature monitoring
• Thermal throttling protection
• Optimized power efficiency

This makes the heatsink version particularly suitable for sustained gaming and storage-intensive workloads.

M.2 2280 Form Factor

The Samsung 990 PRO uses the popular M.2 2280 form factor.

Advantages include:

• Compact internal installation
• Direct motherboard connection
• No SATA data cable
• No SATA power cable
• Reduced cable clutter
• Integrated thermal solution
• Suitable for compatible gaming PCs and consoles

Because this model includes a heatsink, users installing it in compact PCs or laptops should verify available physical clearance.

Specifications

• Brand: Samsung
• Series: 990 PRO with Heatsink
• Product Type: Internal NVMe Solid State Drive
• Storage Capacity: 1TB
• Form Factor: M.2 2280
• Interface: PCIe Gen4 x4
• Protocol: NVMe 2.0
• NAND Technology: Samsung V-NAND
• NAND Type: TLC
• Controller: Samsung In-House Controller
• DRAM: Dedicated DRAM
• Sequential Read: Up to 7,450 MB/s
• Sequential Write: Up to 6,900 MB/s
• Random Read: Up to 1,200,000 IOPS
• Random Write: Up to 1,550,000 IOPS
• Cache Technology: Intelligent TurboWrite 2.0
• Cooling: Integrated Heatsink
• Thermal Management: Dynamic Thermal Guard
• TRIM Support: Yes
• S.M.A.R.T. Support: Yes
• Hardware Encryption: AES 256-bit
• PS5 Compatible: Yes
• Installation Type: Internal
• Moving Parts: None

1TB Storage Capacity

The 1TB capacity provides substantial high-speed storage for:

• Windows
• PS5 games
• PC games
• AAA game libraries
• Applications
• Productivity software
• Creative applications
• High-resolution photos
• 4K video projects
• Graphics assets
• Professional project files

Actual usable formatted capacity will be lower than the advertised 1TB.

High-End Gaming Performance

The Samsung 990 PRO with Heatsink is particularly suitable for demanding gaming systems.

Gaming benefits include:

• Extremely fast game loading
• Rapid game startup
• Faster installations
• Quick game updates
• High-speed access to game assets
• PCIe Gen4 performance
• Integrated thermal management
• 1TB storage capacity

It can be used with compatible gaming PCs as well as PlayStation 5 consoles.

DirectStorage Gaming

The Samsung 990 PRO can take advantage of Microsoft DirectStorage in supported Windows systems and games.

Potential benefits include:

• Faster asset streaming
• More efficient game-data loading
• Reduced storage bottlenecks
• Better utilization of high-speed NVMe storage

Actual benefits depend on the game and overall system configuration.

Video Editing & Content Creation

The combination of high transfer speeds and strong random performance makes the 990 PRO suitable for demanding creative workloads.

Potential uses include:

• 4K video editing
• Graphic design
• High-resolution photography
• Motion graphics
• 3D applications
• Audio production
• Software development
• Large project files
• Professional media workflows

The integrated heatsink can help maintain thermal stability during sustained storage-intensive operations.

Samsung Magician Software

When installed in a compatible PC, the 990 PRO supports Samsung Magician software.

Samsung Magician provides tools for:

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

Keeping SSD firmware updated is recommended for optimal performance and reliability.

Reliability & Endurance

The Samsung 990 PRO 1TB is rated for up to 600 TBW (Terabytes Written).

Reliability features include:

• Samsung V-NAND TLC
• Samsung controller technology
• Dedicated DRAM
• Integrated heatsink
• Dynamic Thermal Guard
• S.M.A.R.T. monitoring
• TRIM support
• Solid-state construction

Actual lifespan depends on workload, temperature, usage patterns, and total data written.

Best For

• PlayStation 5 Storage Expansion
• High-End Gaming PCs
• PCIe Gen4 Systems
• Windows Boot Drive
• AAA Gaming
• Microsoft DirectStorage Gaming
• 4K Video Editing
• Graphic Design
• Content Creation
• Professional Workstations
• Large File Transfers
• Users Who Want an Integrated Heatsink

Why Choose the Samsung 990 PRO 1TB with Heatsink?

• 1TB storage capacity provides substantial space for games, applications, projects, and multimedia.
• Up to 7,450 MB/s sequential read speed provides flagship PCIe Gen4 performance.
• Up to 6,900 MB/s sequential write speed supports demanding gaming and professional workloads.
• Integrated heatsink provides effective thermal management without requiring a separate cooling solution.
• PlayStation 5 compatibility makes it suitable for expanding PS5 game storage.
• PCIe Gen4 x4 connectivity provides high bandwidth for modern gaming and professional systems.
• NVMe 2.0 provides efficient high-performance SSD communication.
• Samsung V-NAND TLC combines high performance with strong endurance.
• Dedicated DRAM helps maintain responsive and consistent storage performance.
• Intelligent TurboWrite 2.0 accelerates supported write workloads.
• Dynamic Thermal Guard provides additional temperature management.
• DirectStorage support on compatible Windows systems makes it suitable for modern PC gaming.
• Samsung Magician support provides firmware updates, diagnostics, monitoring, and optimization.
• 600 TBW endurance rating provides strong durability for gaming and professional workloads.
• The combination of 1TB capacity, up to 7,450/6,900 MB/s read/write performance, PCIe Gen4 x4, integrated heatsink, Samsung V-NAND TLC, dedicated DRAM, and PS5 compatibility makes the Samsung 990 PRO 1TB with Heatsink an excellent flagship SSD for high-performance gaming PCs and PlayStation 5 storage expansion