SSDs speed up PC boot times and make programs and games more responsive, but not all SSDs are created equal. In order to help you buy the most suitable SSD, I have synthesized PCWorld's professional evaluation of SSDs and compiled the following purchase suggestions for you.
Samsung870 EVO - Best SATA SSD
Pros:
Excellent performance, especially for small file operations.
Unlike QVO, long writes don't slow things down.
Cons:A bit pricey.
The Samsung 870 EVO is the fastest SATA SSD ever tested by PCWorld, with a capacity of up to 4TB, and considering its speed, it's very affordable. Samsung's killer magician SSD management software and long warranty are also worth mentioning.
Alternate:SK hynix Gold S31, which in benchmarks is only behind the 870 evo,Crucial BX500 - BestValue for moneySATA SSDs
Pros:
Good day-to-day performance.
Low price per GB**.
Cons:When the secondary cache runs out, it slows down dramatically.
Crucial P3 - Best PCIe 30 SSDs
Pros:
Outstanding everyday PCIe 3 performance.
Extremely low per GB **.
Cons:
Extremely low TBW ratings.
Non-cached QLC writes are extremely slow.
If you are still using PCIe 30,Crucial The Critical P3's day-to-day performance is very good, and while it doesn't have top-of-the-line PCIe 4 performance and a low TBW rating, the P3 does have a good actual write time, and you shouldn't notice much of a difference unless you're really putting a strain on the hard drive.
All in all, this drive is an excellent choice for anyone looking to purchase a rugged everyday SSD at a discount**.
solidigmp44 pro ssd -Bestpcie 4.0Solid state drives
The fastest PCIe 4 yet0 ssd
DRAM helps achieve excellent random performance.
Synergy low-level Windows drivers further improve random performance.
The SolidigM P44 Pro is the fastest PCIe 4 that PCWorld has ever tested0 HDD. In fact, in testing, it ranked among the top five fastest drives, just out of the three next-gen PCIe 50 hard disk after. When you install the SolidigM Windows driver, it becomes faster, which further improves the random performance of small reads and writes.
WD Blue SN580 SSD is the bestValue for moneypcie 4.0Solid state drives
Pros:
Very affordable. Ultra-fast real-world transfers.
Single-sided for laptop upgrades.
Cons:
Slows down to less than 300Mbps when logging out of the secondary cache
The durability rating is slightly lower.
pcie 4.0 SSDs are not like SATA or PCIe 30 NVMe hard drives are that cheap, but now the technology is becoming more and more sophisticated. In testing, the SN580 performs well in both benchmark and real-world results. It did slow down considerably in a large 450GB transfer test, but it probably wasn't very important considering that it's unlikely that anyone would be able to write that much sequential data.
ADATALegend 970 - Best PCIe 50Solid state drives
Pros:
Outstanding PCIe 5 performance.
Large heatsink with fan.
Good TBW grade and warranty.
Cons:A bit pricey.
pcie 5.0 is finally here, for those who are eager for the latest and most cutting-edge technology. There is currently no better PCIe 5 than the ADATA Legend 5700 ssd。
In testing, the Legend 970 performed very well in the overall benchmarks, but its real highlight was in the 48GB and 450GB real write tests. In both cases, it set a new record for write speeds for all drives in the test, showing particular advantages in the 450GB test.
Crucial T700 - Best PCIe 50 runners-up
Pros:
Breathtaking performance.
Available with or without radiator.
Up to 4TB capacity.
Cons:tooExpensive
Yespcie 5.0 m.2 slots
pcie 5.The competition for the 0 position was very close, but ultimately the Crucial T700 was named the runner-up. In testing, the Crucial T700 definitely beats the competition in both synthetic and real-world benchmarks.
ADATAeliteSE880 SSD - The most portable SSD
Pros:
Very fast, over 20Gbps USB connection.
Extremely small form factor.
Cons:
During long periods of continuous writes, the speed slows down considerably.
The TBW rating is a bit low.
In fact, it is only 255 inches long, 138 inches wide and 0At 48 inches thick, it reminds you of a USB flash drive, not a standard SSD.
The Elite SE880 is also very fast in daily tasks. In the actual 48GB transfer test, it showed an excellent score. However, it loses a big advantage in longer sequential write tests, which means that **and** professionals with large files may want to look at other options. Considering the impressive transfer rate and small form factor, the Elite SE880 is a great choice for those looking to take an SSD with them wherever they go.
Crucial X9 Pro Best External SSD
Ultra-small form factor. Outstanding 10Gbps performance.
A cool design.
Crucial X9 Pro delivers excellent daily performance and affordable**, delivering 10Gbps transfer rates and offering 1TB, 2TB, or 4TB capacities. In testing, the X9 Pro performed admirably compared to other 10Gbps competitors. Excellent performance in real-world 48GB transfer tests and 450GB write time tests.
WD Black SN770M SSD - Best SSD for Steam Deck
Pros:
Small 2230 connector size for handheld gaming rigs.
Up to 2TB capacity.
Very good actual performance.
Good TBW rating.
Cons:
Writes are slower when the secondary cache is exhausted.
Requires host memory buffer support (HMB).
With the advent of more advanced handheld consoles like the Steam Deck, there are now a whole bunch of half-sized 2230 small SSDs on the market. Western Digital's latest product, the WD Black SN770M has a capacity of up to 2TB and good real-world performance. It's only 30mm long, which means it fits perfectly into small devices like the sizzling Steam Deck.
This HMB (Host Memory Buffer) hard drive has excellent day-to-day performance and a decent capacity-to-cost ratio. In testing, it performed well in the 48GB and 450GB transfer tests, even beating other top-notch full-size PCIe 40 HDD.
Seagate Gaming Drive SSD- Best SSD for PS5
Pros:
The overall performance was very good.
Excellent 4K performance.
Thin heat sink.
The TBW rating is twice as high as that of the competition.
Cons:
A bit pricey. There is no 4TB model.
Seagate Gaming Drive PCIe 40 NVMe SSDs are designed for next-generation consoles, especially PS5. Instead of HMB, it employs DRAM to carry out the main caching tasks, which is almost essential for Sony's console system. Because PS5 doesn't support HMB, it's essential to use such hard drives with DRAM cache. The drive is available in 1TB and 2TB models, which means you'll have plenty of space to store all your games in case you need them.
While the Seagate Gaming Drive is optimized for the PS5, it's no slouch as a regular SSD. In the speed test, it performed very well, becoming the second fastest PCIe 40 ssd。