Samsung 990 Evo Plus 2TB, 4TB SSDs on Sale: Ideal for PS5, Gaming PCs

Today, you can snag an incredible deal on Samsung's latest SSD, the Samsung 990 Evo Plus PCIe 4.0 M.2 NVMe solid state drive. If you're looking to boost your storage without breaking the bank, the 2TB model is available for just $129.99. However, if you're aiming for even more space, the 4TB model is an unbeatable deal at $249.99. These prices are $40-$70 less than the Samsung 990 Pro, and the performance difference is negligible for most gamers.

Samsung 990 Evo Plus 2TB PS5 SSD for $129.99

Samsung 990 Evo Plus 2TB PCIe Gen 4x4 M.2 SSD

4$184.99 save 30%$129.99 at Amazon

Samsung 990 Evo Plus 4TB PCIe Gen 4x4 M.2 SSD

2$349.99 save 29%$249.99 at Amazon

The Samsung 990 Evo Plus is a stellar choice for both your gaming PC and PlayStation 5. It surpasses Sony's minimum speed requirements for the PS5, delivering impressive sequential read speeds of up to 7,250MB/s and write speeds of up to 6,300MB/s. While it's not as fast as the 990 Pro, it's a significant upgrade over the non-Pro version. The key distinction is that the 990 Evo Plus is a DRAM-less drive, but it compensates with HMB (host memory buffer) technology, which uses a minimal amount of your system's RAM. This makes it perfect for gaming, as you won't notice any performance differences.

Unlike some other SSDs, the Samsung 990 Evo Plus does not come with a pre-installed heatsink. However, its new, single-sided design is power-efficient and generates less heat. This means it should work flawlessly in a PS5 without thermal throttling, though adding a heatsink for peace of mind is an option, costing an extra $7.

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