Product Overview of the Samsung MZ-V7S500B/AM
The MZ-V7S500B/AM 970 EVO Plus is a high-performance solid-state drive manufactured by Samsung. It is designed to be used in devices that require fast data transfer speeds, such as gaming computers, workstations, and high-end laptops. This drive features a compact M.2 2280 form factor, which allows it to be easily installed in compatible devices. In this article, we will go into detail about the various features of the Samsung MZ-V7S500B/AM 970 EVO Plus solid-state drive.
High Capacity
The Samsung MZ-V7S500B/AM 970 EVO Plus solid-state drive has a capacity of 500 gigabytes (GB). This is a significant amount of storage, and it is suitable for users who need to store large files, such as high-resolution photos and videos, music libraries, and large games. The drive can also be used as a boot drive for operating systems, allowing for faster boot times and improved overall system performance.
Fast Performance
The MZ-V7S500B/AM 970 EVO Plus solid-state drive has a Peripheral Component Interconnect Express (PCIe) interface, which allows for faster data transfer speeds than traditional Serial Advanced Technology Attachment (SATA) drives. The drive has a sequential read speed of up to 3,500 megabytes per second (MB/s) and a sequential write speed of up to 3,300 MB/s. These fast speeds allow users to quickly transfer large files and load applications faster.
M.2 2280 Form Factor
The Samsung MZ-V7S500B/AM 970 EVO Plus solid-state drive has a small M.2 2280 form factor, which makes it an ideal choice for compact devices such as ultrabooks and tablets. The M.2 2280 form factor measures 22 millimeters wide by 80 millimeters long, and it is designed to be installed directly onto the motherboard of compatible devices. This form factor is also popular in the gaming community, as it allows for a cleaner and more organized setup, without the need for cables or drive bays.
Reliability and Durability
The MZ-V7S500B/AM 970 EVO Plus solid-state drive uses Samsung's advanced V-NAND technology, which provides high endurance and reliability. This technology allows the drive to withstand up to 600 terabytes written (TBW), which means that users can write up to 600 terabytes of data to the drive before it begins to wear out. Additionally, the drive has a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 1.5 million hours, which means that it is designed to last a long time and is suitable for use in mission-critical systems.
Samsung Magician Software
The MZ-V7S500B/AM 970 EVO Plus solid-state drive comes with Samsung's Magician software, which allows users to monitor the drive's performance, optimize settings, and update the firmware. The software includes a user-friendly interface that provides users with information about the drive's temperature, health, and performance. It also allows users to optimize the drive's settings for different use cases, such as gaming, data transfer, and general use.
Compatibility
The Samsung MZ-V7S500B/AM 970 EVO Plus solid-state drive is compatible with a wide range of devices that support the M.2 2280 form factor and the PCIe interface. This includes gaming computers, workstations, high-end laptops, and ultrabooks. However, it is important to check the compatibility of the drive with the specific device before purchasing, as not all devices are compatible with M.2 solid-state drives.
Main Specifications about this Samsung MZ-V7S500B/AM
- Manufacturer: Samsung
- Model Number or SKU# MZ-V7S500B/AM
- Product Type: Solid State Drive
- Interface: PCI Express
Technical Information for 500GB Solid State Drive
- Hardware Encryption: Yes
- Encryption Algorithm: 256-Bit Aes
- Storage Capacity: 500GB
- Nand Flash Memory Type : Multi-Level Cell (MLC)
- Form Factor: M.2 2280
- Data Transfer Rate: 600 MBPS
- Buffer Size: 512 MB
- Features: Trim Support, Sleep Mode, Auto Garbage
Performance of PCI Express SSD
- SSD Endurance: 300 TB
- Internal Data Rate : 3500 MBPS (Read) / 3200 MBPS (Write)
- 4kb Random Read : 19000 Iops
- 4kb Random Write : 60000 Iops
- Maximum 4kb Random Write : 550000 Iops
- Maximum 4kb Random Read : 480000 Iops
- Sequential Read Speed Up to 3,500 MB/s
- Sequential Write Speed Up to 3,200 MB/s
- Random Read Speed Random Read (4KB, QD32):
- Up to 480,000 IOPS
- Random Read (4KB, QD1)
- Up to 19,000 IOPS
- Random Write Speed Random Write (4KB, QD32):
- Up to 550,000 IOPS
- Random Write (4KB, QD1):
- Up to 60,000 IOPS
- Controller Samsung Phoenix Controller
- NAND Flash Samsung V-NAND 3-bit MLC
- Cache Memory Samsung 512MB Low Power DDR4 SDRAM
- Trim Support Supported
- AES Encryption AES 254-bit Encryption (Class0) TCG/Opal IEEE1667 (Encrypted Drive)
- S.M.A.R.T Support Supported
- GC (Garbage Collection) Auto Garbage Collection Algorithm
- WWN Support Not Supported
- Device Sleep Mode Support: Yes
- Temperature Proof: Yes
- NVMe: Yes
Power Consumption
- 9 W (Burst Mode)
- Actual Power consumption may vary depending on system hardware & configuration
- Power consumption (idle) Max
- 30 mW
- Actual Power consumption may vary depending on system hardware & configuration
- Voltage 3.3 V ± 5 % Allowable voltage
- Reliability (MTBF) 1.5 Million Hours Reliability (MTBF)
- Operating Temperature 0 - 70 ℃ Operating Temperature
- Shock 1,500 G & 0.5 ms (Half sine)
Product Dimensions & Weight
- Height: 0.63 Inch
- Width: 3.10 Inch
- Depth: 5.45 Inch
- Weight: 1.50 Lbs
Compatibility
The Samsung 970 EVO Plus 500GB PCIe Internal SSD is compatible with most modern desktop and laptop computers that have an M.2 slot and support NVMe protocol.
To ensure compatibility, you should check your computer's specifications to see if it has an M.2 slot that supports NVMe protocol. You can also consult your computer's manual or contact the manufacturer for more information.
If your computer does not have an M.2 slot or does not support NVMe protocol, you may need to use an adapter or choose a different type of SSD that is compatible with your system.
Contact us or ask for live chat/help if you have any questions about the compatibility of this item to ensure the model's matching features with your current system.
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