What interface does the Samsung 990 EVO 2TB support?

The MZ-V9E2T0B supports PCIe 4.0 x4 and PCIe 5.0 x2 interfaces with NVMe 2.0 protocol in M.2 2280 form factor. This dual-mode compatibility works with current PCIe 4.0 systems at full speed and future PCIe 5.0 laptops at x2 bandwidth.

What are the peak performance numbers?

Sequential reads up to 5,000 MB/s, writes up to 4,200 MB/s. Random performance reaches 700,000 read IOPS and 800,000 write IOPS at QD32, with QD1 ratings of 20K/90K. Actual results vary by system hardware and configuration.

Is this SSD DRAM-less and how does it perform?

Yes, DRAM-less design uses Host Memory Buffer (HMB) caching with Samsung Piccolo controller. Delivers near-DRAM performance for consumer workloads through intelligent caching and 133-layer TLC NAND, ideal for gaming and content creation.

What security features are included?

Hardware AES 256-bit encryption, TCG/Opal v2.0, and MS eDrive (IEEE 1667) compliance. Supports full disk encryption for data protection in laptops and desktops without performance impact.

What is the power consumption profile?

Active read: 5.5W; active write: 4.7W; idle L1.2 sleep: 5-60mW. Offers 70% improved performance per watt over 970 EVO Plus, extending battery life in mobile systems.

What is the endurance rating for 2TB model?

1,200 TBW total bytes written with 1.5 million hours MTBF. Suitable for 5 years of typical consumer usage including daily OS boots, gaming, and file transfers.

MZ-V9E2T0B - Samsung MZ-V9E2T0B 2TB NVMe PCIe 4.0x4 M.2 2280 SSD

Name: Samsung MZ-V9E2T0B 2TB NVMe PCIe 4.0x4 M.2 2280 SSD
Brand: Samsung
SKU: MZ-V9E2T0B

MZ-V9E2T0B - Samsung MZ-V9E2T0B 2TB NVMe PCIe 4.0x4 M.2 2280 SSD | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Samsung 990 EVO MZ-V9E2T0B is a 2TB NVMe M.2 2280 SSD designed for high-performance consumer computing applications. Featuring PCIe 4.0 x4 / PCIe 5.0 x2 interface compatibility with NVMe 2.0 protocol, it delivers sequential read/write speeds up to 5,000/4,200 MB/s and random read/write performance up to 700K/800K IOPS (QD32). Built with Samsung's in-house Piccolo controller and 133-layer V-NAND TLC flash memory, the drive utilizes Host Memory Buffer (HMB) caching in a DRAM-less design for efficient operation. Power consumption is optimized at 5.5W active read and 4.7W active write, with device sleep modes as low as 5mW, making it ideal for laptops and power-sensitive systems. Security features include AES 256-bit encryption, TCG/Opal v2.0, and IEEE 1667 eDrive support. Endurance rating reaches 1,200 TBW with MTBF of 1.5 million hours. The compact M.2 2280 form factor (80.15 x 22.15 x 2.38 mm) ensures broad compatibility with modern PCs, laptops, and gaming systems. Thermal management via heat-spreading label maintains consistent performance. Ideal for content creation, gaming, and everyday productivity workloads requiring fast boot times, application loading, and file transfers.

2TB PCIe 4.0x4 NVMe M.2 2280 SSD.
5000/4200 MB/s seq read/write speeds.
700K/800K random IOPS QD32.
1200 TBW endurance, 1.5M hr MTBF.
5.5W read / 4.7W write power use.
AES-256, TCG/Opal 2.0 encryption.

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Featuring

Manufacturer part #	MZ-V9E2T0B
Brand	Samsung
Condition	New
MTBF	1.5 million hours
Model	990 EVO
Features	TRIM; Garbage Collection; S.M.A.R.T
NAND Type	Samsung V-NAND TLC (133-layer V6P)
Controller	Samsung Piccolo in-house controller (DRAM-less, HMB)
Cache Memory	HMB (Host Memory Buffer)
Product Line	990 EVO
Product Type	NVMe M.2 Solid State Drive

Compatible systems

Broad compatibility with modern laptops and desktops supporting M.2 NVMe. Optimized for consumer platforms from Dell, HP, Lenovo.

Dell XPS
Model: XPS 13/15
Form factor: Ultrabook
Generation: 2023+
M.2 2280 slot with latest BIOS
HP Spectre
Model: x360 14/16
Form factor: 2-in-1 Laptop
Generation: 2023+
PCIe NVMe compatible
Lenovo ThinkPad
Model: X1 Carbon Gen11
Form factor: Ultrabook
Generation: Gen11
PCIe 4.0/5.0 support

Best for

Gaming
Fast load times for modern AAA titles and DirectStorage-enabled games leveraging high sequential reads up to 5000 MB/s and random IOPS for texture streaming.
Content Creation
4K video editing in Adobe Premiere/DaVinci Resolve and Photoshop workflows benefiting from 4200 MB/s writes and 1200TBW endurance for large file handling.
Productivity
Quick boot times and application launches in Microsoft Office, web browsing with multiple tabs, using power-efficient HMB caching and low 5mW sleep power.

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NVMe Enterprise & Data Center SSDs Samsung SSDs Enterprise SSDs

Endurance TBW	1,200 TB
Storage Capacity	2 TB (2,000 GB)

Network & Communication

Sequential Read	Up to 5,000 MB/s
Random Read IOPS	Up to 700,000 IOPS (QD32); Up to 20,000 IOPS (QD1)
Sequential Write	Up to 4,200 MB/s
Random Write IOPS	Up to 800,000 IOPS (QD32); Up to 90,000 IOPS (QD1)

Weight	0.32 oz (9 grams)
Dimensions	80.15 x 22.15 x 2.38 mm
Form Factor	M.2 2280

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Samsung MZ-V9E2T0B 2TB NVMe PCIe 4.0x4 M.2 2280 SSD

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