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Samsung 990 Evo Plus 1TB vs Samsung 990 Pro 1TB

The Samsung 990 Pro wins for laptop use cases demanding peak sustained performance, with superior sequential read/write speeds, a stronger controller, and higher Passmark SSD scores that translate to real-world throughput advantages in demanding workloads. However, the 990 Evo Plus is a compelling alternative for everyday laptop users, offering better random read performance, NVMe 2.0 support, a lower price point, and a more recent release — making it the smarter value pick for mainstream tasks. Samsung 990 Evo Plus 1TB: Lower median price makes it the better value for budget-conscious laptop upgrades; Faster random read speeds benefit everyday OS and app responsiveness; Newer release with NVMe 2.0 support ensures better future compatibility; Ideal for typical laptop workloads like browsing, office apps, and light media editing. Samsung 990 Pro 1TB: Higher sequential read and write speeds suit video editing, large file transfers, and creative workflows; Superior Passmark SSD score reflects stronger real-world sustained performance; More controller channels deliver better performance under heavy multitasking loads; Best choice for power users running demanding applications on high-end laptops.

Editorial Verdict

We pick the Samsung 990 Pro 1TB

The Samsung 990 Pro wins for laptop use cases demanding peak sustained performance, with superior sequential read/write speeds, a stronger controller, and higher Passmark SSD scores that translate to real-world throughput advantages in demanding workloads. However, the 990 Evo Plus is a compelling alternative for everyday laptop users, offering better random read performance, NVMe 2.0 support, a lower price point, and a more recent release — making it the smarter value pick for mainstream tasks. Samsung 990 Evo Plus 1TB: Lower median price makes it the better value for budget-conscious laptop upgrades; Faster random read speeds benefit everyday OS and app responsiveness; Newer release with NVMe 2.0 support ensures better future compatibility; Ideal for typical laptop workloads like browsing, office apps, and light media editing. Samsung 990 Pro 1TB: Higher sequential read and write speeds suit video editing, large file transfers, and creative workflows; Superior Passmark SSD score reflects stronger real-world sustained performance; More controller channels deliver better performance under heavy multitasking loads; Best choice for power users running demanding applications on high-end laptops.

Where each one wins

Where each one wins

Scored across the categories that matter most for laptop.

Samsung 990 Evo Plus 1TB Samsung 990 Pro 1TB

Read Random

Winner: Samsung 990 Evo Plus 1TB
Sam1350000 IOPS
Sam1200000 IOPS

Nvme Version

Winner: Samsung 990 Evo Plus 1TB
Sam2.01
Sam2

Release Date

Winner: Samsung 990 Evo Plus 1TB
Sam20240924
Sam20221101

Median Price

Winner: Samsung 990 Evo Plus 1TB
Sam112.20543515497474 €
Sam114.53548621649568 €

Max Read Sequential

Winner: Samsung 990 Pro 1TB
Sam7150 MB/s
Sam7450 MB/s

Max Write Sequential

Winner: Samsung 990 Pro 1TB
Sam6300 MB/s
Sam6900 MB/s

Write Random

Winner: Samsung 990 Pro 1TB
Sam850000 IOPS
Sam1550000 IOPS

Nr Controller Channels

Winner: Samsung 990 Pro 1TB
Sam4
Sam8

Ssd Controller

Winner: Samsung 990 Pro 1TB
SamSamsung Piccolo S4LY022
SamSamsung Pascal S4LV008

Passmark Ssd

Winner: Samsung 990 Pro 1TB
Sam39863
Sam47174
Detailed comparison

Spec by spec

Winner cells highlighted. Sorted by significance — decisive specs first.

Specification
Samsung 990 Evo Plus 1TB
Samsung 990 Pro 1TB
Read Random
1350000 IOPS
1200000 IOPS
Nvme Version
2.01
2
Release Date
20240924
20221101
Median Price
112.20543515497474 €
114.53548621649568 €
Max Read Sequential
7150 MB/s
7450 MB/s
Max Write Sequential
6300 MB/s
6900 MB/s
Write Random
850000 IOPS
1550000 IOPS
Nr Controller Channels
4
8
Ssd Controller
Samsung Piccolo S4LY022
Samsung Pascal S4LV008
Passmark Ssd
39863
47174
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