Top rated SSD
Here's a ranking of the top rated products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've also added some key information about the products.
1. Samsung 870 EVO
The 870 EVO combines Samsung's proven SSD technology with advanced features. It stands out for its improved performance, reliability, and compatibility. This makes it suitable for various user profiles and meets the needs of creatives and content producers, IT professionals, as well as everyday users alike.
2. Samsung 970 EVO Plus
The 970 EVO Plus, equipped with the latest V-NAND technology, is even faster than the 970 EVO and features firmware optimization. Thanks to NVMe, it offers an even greater bandwidth for quicker access times. It has been specifically designed for tech specialists, gamers, and professionals who frequently work on video creation and editing or simulations. With 3-bit MLC V-NAND technology and the proven Phoenix controller, the 970 EVO Plus delivers unmatched performance and exceptional reliability in a compact M.2 2280 form factor. Combined with Samsung's V-NAND technology, the powerful Phoenix controller, and enhanced Intelligent TurboWrite technology, the 970 EVO Plus provides impressive sequential read/write performance. The Intelligent TurboWrite technology utilizes a large buffer size to enable faster write speeds, significantly improving usability, especially when transferring large files or handling heavy workloads.
3. Samsung 980 Pro
Unleash the full power of the Samsung PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD 980 PRO and catapult your computer to a high performance level. Thanks to the fourth-generation PCIe interface, the 980 PRO can achieve double the data transfer rate compared to NVMe SSDs with a PCIe 3.0 interface. Additionally, it is backward compatible with PCIe 3.0 for versatile applications.
4. Samsung 990 Pro
Discover powerful performance with PCIe 4.0 and experience blazing speed to take on the competition. The intelligent thermal regulation of the Samsung controller offers high energy efficiency with consistently high speed and performance. So nothing stands in the way of gaming fun.
Get blazing speed for your gaming experience as well as for video and 3D editing, data analysis and more. Because thanks to PCIe, performance is customised: With 40% and 55% faster random read and write speeds compared to the 980 PRO, up to 1,400 K / 1,550 K IOPS and sequential read/write speeds of up to 7,450 / 6,900 MB/s.
Higher performance often consumes more power. Not with the 990 PRO. Experience low power consumption with over 50% more performance per watt than its predecessor.
The nickel-plated controller and the state-of-the-art thermal control algorithm regulate the heat and thus enable unrestricted performance. The heatspreader label controls the heat of the NAND chip, while Dynamic Thermal Guard technology regulates temperatures.
Your gaming fun is catapulted into far-reaching spheres. A performance improvement of more than 55% compared to the previous model enables faster loading for a more authentic gaming experience of Playstation 5 and PC games with Direct Storage function.
Advanced drive management made easy with Samsung Magician software. The user-friendly software solution helps you to always keep an eye on your SSD. It allows you to keep your drive up to date with updates, monitor status parameters and speed, and even optimise performance.
Screw not included in the scope of delivery.
5. Samsung 990 Pro with Heatsink
Discover powerful performance with PCIe 4.0 and experience blazing speed to take on the competition. The intelligent thermal regulation of the Samsung controller offers high energy efficiency with consistently high speed and performance. So nothing stands in the way of gaming fun. Get blazing speed for your gaming experience as well as for video and 3D editing, data analysis and more. Because thanks to PCIe, performance is customised: With 40% and 55% faster random read and write speeds compared to the 980 PRO heatsink, up to 1,400K / 1,550K IOPS and sequential read/write speeds of up to 7,450 / 6,900MB/s. Your gaming fun is catapulted into new spheres. Because a performance improvement of more than 55% compared to the previous model enables faster loading processes for a more authentic gaming experience of Playstation 5 and PC games with direct storage function.
6. Samsung 870 QVO
The Samsung 870 QVO belongs to the second generation of QLC SSDs. This SATA SSD offers a powerful upgrade for all users looking to significantly expand their storage without compromising on performance.
The 870 QVO achieves the maximum possible transfer rate for SATA connections, with sequential speeds of 560/530 MB/s. Compared to its predecessor, the 860 QVO, both speed and performance have been further enhanced. The Intelligent TurboWrite technology accelerates write speeds and ensures long-term high performance with a larger variable buffer.
The 870 QVO is available in capacities of 1.2 TB, as well as 4 TB and 8 TB.
7. Kingston A400
Kingston's A400 Solid-State Drive starts your system incredibly fast, significantly improves response times, and loads and transfers files much faster than mechanical hard drives. It is equipped with a next-generation controller that allows read speeds of up to 500 MB/s and write speeds of 450 MB/s. This SSD is ten times faster than a traditional hard drive, ensuring peak performance, ultra-fast response times during multitasking, and overall system acceleration.
8. Kingston 240GB SSDNOW A400
The 240GB SSDNOW A400 is an internal SATA Solid State Drive (SSD) that offers a storage capacity of 240 gigabytes. It is designed in a 2.5-inch format and utilizes the AHCI protocol for efficient data transfer. This SSD is equipped with TLC NAND memory, ensuring a balanced performance and reliability. The data storage interface is SATA III, which allows for high transfer speeds, thus improving system performance. With dimensions of 22.7 cm in length, 13.5 cm in width, and a height of 5.8 cm, the SSD is compact and suitable for various applications, whether in desktop computers or laptops. Weighing only 57 grams, it is lightweight and easy to install. The SSDNOW A400 is an ideal choice for users looking to expand their storage capacity and enhance their system's speed.
9. WD Black SN850X mit Heatsink powered by SANDISK
Shorten load times and reduce frame rate drops, lags, and texture pop-ins with the WD_BLACK SN850X NVMe SSD. Available in capacities from 1 TB to 8 TB, this gaming storage delivers top-tier performance. With speeds of up to 7,300 MB/s (for models ranging from 1 TB to 4 TB) and a heatsink option to maintain performance, you can enjoy your favorite games without worrying about delays. The downloadable WD_BLACK Dashboard (Windows only) can also automatically activate the features of Game Mode 2.0. The WD_BLACK SN850X NVMe SSD ensures smooth, fast gaming and offers numerous innovations for peak performance.
10. WD Black SN850X powered by SANDISK
Insane speeds of up to 7,300 MB/s deliver top-tier performance with short load times for an exceptional gaming experience. Extremely low latency loads graphics quickly and with minimal stuttering and delays for an incredibly smooth and satisfying gameplay experience. Today's AAA titles can require up to 200 GB or more of storage space. A range of storage capacities from 1 TB to 4 TB means you have more games available and can quickly jump into the action. The WD_BLACK SN850X NVMe SSD drives with 1 TB and 2 TB come with an optional heatsink that not only looks fantastic but also ensures that your system maintains peak performance even during the most intense gaming sessions. This version of Game Mode offers even more performance-enhancing features, such as load prediction, to prepare game elements for quick in-game loading. The WD_BLACK SN850X NVMe SSD delivers performance that approaches the limits of the PCIe Gen4 interface, helping you extract ultra-fast performance from your storage and system components.
Product order
See all products