Samsung V-NAND 500GB SSD 970 EVO Plus NVME M.2

Cutting-Edge Performance for Demanding Computing

The Samsung 970 EVO Plus 500GB NVMe M.2 SSD delivers industry-leading performance for modern desktop and laptop systems. Engineered with Samsung’s advanced V-NAND technology and a high-efficiency Phoenix controller, this drive achieves extremely fast sequential read speeds up to 3,500 MB/s and write speeds up to 3,200 MB/s, significantly boosting system responsiveness for operating systems, applications, large file transfers and high-resolution content workflows. It leverages the NVMe 1.3 protocol over a PCIe Gen 3.0 x4 interface to maximize data throughput and minimize latency compared to traditional SATA-based storage solutions.

Optimized Reliability and Endurance

Designed for both performance and durability, the 970 EVO Plus incorporates Samsung’s proven 3-bit MLC V-NAND memory and robust firmware enhancements to sustain heavy workloads over time. The SSD maintains operational integrity with a mean time between failures (MTBF) rating of 1.5 million hours and a total bytes written (TBW) endurance rating suited to consumer and prosumer usage environments. Thermal management features, including Dynamic Thermal Guard, help reduce throttling and maintain optimal performance under sustained load.

Compact Form Factor and Advanced Software Support

With the compact M.2 2280 form factor, the 970 EVO Plus fits into a wide range of desktops, laptops and compact computing systems without occupying excessive space. Samsung’s Magician software complements the hardware with health monitoring, performance benchmarking, firmware updates and drive optimization tools, giving users full visibility and control over their storage solution. Ideal for gamers, content creators and professionals seeking a balance of speed, capacity and reliability.

KEY Specifications 

• Form Factor: M.2 2280

• Interface: PCIe 3.0 x4, NVMe 1.3

• Capacity: 500 GB

• NAND Type: Samsung V-NAND 3-bit MLC

• Controller: Samsung Phoenix

• Cache: 512 MB DDR4

• Sequential Read: Up to 3,500 MB/s

• Sequential Write: Up to 3,200 MB/s

• Endurance (TBW): ~300 TB

• Warranty: 5 years

• Dimensions: 80.15 × 22.15 × 2.38 mm

• Weight: ~8 g

• Features: TRIM, S.M.A.R.T, AES 256-bit encryption support, Samsung Magician compatible