Samsung 870 EVO SATA SSD (2.5")
#1 in SATA 2.5-Inch SSDs · Rated 4.8
Fast, reliable 2.5" SATA SSD with top SATA performance
Samsung's 870 EVO is the go-to upgrade for users who want reliable SATA SSD performance without moving to NVMe. Built on Samsung’s V-NAND TLC and a capable controller, it delivers up to 560 MB/s read and 530 MB/s write on a broad capacity range (250GB to 4TB). The drive offers robust endurance (up to 2,400 TBW on the 4TB model) and a 5-year warranty, making it ideal for OS drives, gaming laptops, and everyday tasks on aging machines. Samsung Magician software supports drive health monitoring, firmware updates, and simple data migration, giving users a straightforward maintenance path. What sets the EVO apart is its mature reliability, consistent real-world performance for SATA, and wide availability across retailers worldwide. It remains differentiated from DRAM-less or TLC-only rivals by its balanced endurance, capacity options, and long-term warranty.
Features
- 560 MB/s read speed (up to)
- 530 MB/s write speed (up to)
- 2.5-inch SATA 6 Gbps
- 5-year warranty with TBW ratings
- Samsung Magician software for management and migration
Pros
- Best-in-class SATA performance
- Excellent endurance on higher capacities
- Broad compatibility and mature software
Cons
- Higher price vs cheapest SATA options
- Not as fast as NVMe drives