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Samsung 990 Evo 1TB vs Samsung 990 Pro 1TB

The Samsung 990 Pro 1TB wins overall for laptop use, delivering superior sequential and random read/write speeds, a more capable controller with more channels, and a higher Passmark SSD score — making it the better performer for demanding workloads. The 990 Evo holds its ground with PCIe interface flexibility and a lower median price, but falls short where raw storage performance matters most. Samsung 990 Evo 1TB: Lower median price makes it the better value pick for budget-conscious buyers; PCIe flexibility suits laptops with varying slot compatibility; Sufficient everyday performance for light to moderate workloads like browsing, office apps, and media; Good choice if you want a Samsung-branded drive without paying a premium. Samsung 990 Pro 1TB: Significantly faster sequential read and write speeds for faster boot times, large file transfers, and app loading; Superior random read/write performance benefits multitasking and OS responsiveness; More controller channels and a stronger SSD controller deliver better sustained performance under load; Higher Passmark SSD score confirms real-world performance advantage for power users, creators, and developers.

Editorial Verdict

We pick the Samsung 990 Pro 1TB

The Samsung 990 Pro 1TB wins overall for laptop use, delivering superior sequential and random read/write speeds, a more capable controller with more channels, and a higher Passmark SSD score — making it the better performer for demanding workloads. The 990 Evo holds its ground with PCIe interface flexibility and a lower median price, but falls short where raw storage performance matters most. Samsung 990 Evo 1TB: Lower median price makes it the better value pick for budget-conscious buyers; PCIe flexibility suits laptops with varying slot compatibility; Sufficient everyday performance for light to moderate workloads like browsing, office apps, and media; Good choice if you want a Samsung-branded drive without paying a premium. Samsung 990 Pro 1TB: Significantly faster sequential read and write speeds for faster boot times, large file transfers, and app loading; Superior random read/write performance benefits multitasking and OS responsiveness; More controller channels and a stronger SSD controller deliver better sustained performance under load; Higher Passmark SSD score confirms real-world performance advantage for power users, creators, and developers.

Where each one wins

Where each one wins

Scored across the categories that matter most for laptop.

Samsung 990 Evo 1TB Samsung 990 Pro 1TB

Pcie

Winner: Samsung 990 Evo 1TB
Sam5
Sam4

Median Price

Winner: Samsung 990 Evo 1TB
Sam89.96 €
Sam114.53548621649568 €

Max Read Sequential

Winner: Samsung 990 Pro 1TB
Sam5000 MB/s
Sam7450 MB/s

Read Random

Winner: Samsung 990 Pro 1TB
Sam680000 IOPS
Sam1200000 IOPS

Max Write Sequential

Winner: Samsung 990 Pro 1TB
Sam4200 MB/s
Sam6900 MB/s

Write Random

Winner: Samsung 990 Pro 1TB
Sam700000 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
Sam28463
Sam47174
Detailed comparison

Spec by spec

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

Specification
Samsung 990 Evo 1TB
Samsung 990 Pro 1TB
Pcie
5
4
Median Price
89.96 €
114.53548621649568 €
Max Read Sequential
5000 MB/s
7450 MB/s
Read Random
680000 IOPS
1200000 IOPS
Max Write Sequential
4200 MB/s
6900 MB/s
Write Random
700000 IOPS
1550000 IOPS
Nr Controller Channels
4
8
Ssd Controller
Samsung Piccolo S4LY022
Samsung Pascal S4LV008
Passmark Ssd
28463
47174
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