Product roundup

Best Samsung SSDs 
in 2026.

Compare five products from the Puter.Parts directory with practical specifications and direct internal product links.

5 products comparedUpdated 20 August 2026Specification-led comparison
Reviewed by the Puter.Parts editorial teamSpecifications and descriptions are based on the linked Puter.Parts product pages. No hands-on testing is claimed.
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Our winner

860 EVO 1TB

The 860 EVO became Samsung's defining SATA SSD, succeeding the 850 EVO with improved MJX controller performance and refined V-NAND. It set the standard for what a mainstream SATA SSD should look like, earning near-universal praise and remaining a recommended drive well into the NVMe era.

Our picks compared

ProductBest forKey specifications
860 EVO 1TBGeneral category comparisonType: SATA SSD · Capacity: 1 TB · Interface: SATA 6Gb/s · Form Factor: 2.5-inch 7mm
870 EVO 4TBGeneral category comparisonType: SATA SSD · Capacity: 4 TB · Interface: SATA 6Gb/s · Form Factor: 2.5-inch 7mm
870 QVO 4TBGeneral category comparisonType: SATA SSD · Capacity: 4 TB · Interface: SATA 6Gb/s · Form Factor: 2.5-inch 7mm
970 EVO Plus 1TBGeneral category comparisonType: NVMe SSD · Capacity: 1 TB · Interface: PCIe 3.0 x4 / NVMe 1.3 · Form Factor: M.2 2280
980 Pro 1TBGeneral category comparisonType: NVMe SSD · Capacity: 1 TB · Interface: PCIe 4.0 x4 / NVMe 1.3c · Form Factor: M.2 2280

Technical details are taken from the linked internal product pages. Check live details before buying.

The products in detail

1. Best overall category fit

860 EVO 1TB

860 EVO 1TB is a practical option in this comparison.

The 860 EVO became Samsung's defining SATA SSD, succeeding the 850 EVO with improved MJX controller performance and refined V-NAND. It set the standard for what a mainstream SATA SSD should look like, earning near-universal praise and remaining a recommended drive well into the NVMe era. Check the linked product page for current details.

What we like

  • Direct internal product page with technical specifications.
  • Useful model details for comparing this category.

What we do not like

  • Current price and availability need checking.
Key specificationsType: SATA SSD · Capacity: 1 TB · Interface: SATA 6Gb/s · Form Factor: 2.5-inch 7mm
2. Best overall category fit

870 EVO 4TB

870 EVO 4TB is a practical option in this comparison.

El modelo de mayor capacidad en la línea 870 EVO de Samsung, ofreciendo un enorme almacenamiento con un rendimiento consistente de clase SATA. Una sólida opción para creadores de contenido, actualizaciones de NAS y roles de almacenamiento secundario. Check the linked product page for current details.

What we like

  • Direct internal product page with technical specifications.
  • Useful model details for comparing this category.

What we do not like

  • Current price and availability need checking.
Key specificationsType: SATA SSD · Capacity: 4 TB · Interface: SATA 6Gb/s · Form Factor: 2.5-inch 7mm
3. Best overall category fit

870 QVO 4TB

870 QVO 4TB is a practical option in this comparison.

El SSD SATA QLC de alta capacidad de Samsung, priorizando la densidad de almacenamiento sobre la resistencia. Adecuado para almacenamiento masivo de medios, almacenamiento en frío y unidades secundarias donde las cargas de trabajo de escritura son ligeras. Check the linked product page for current details.

What we like

  • Direct internal product page with technical specifications.
  • Useful model details for comparing this category.

What we do not like

  • Current price and availability need checking.
Key specificationsType: SATA SSD · Capacity: 4 TB · Interface: SATA 6Gb/s · Form Factor: 2.5-inch 7mm
4. Best overall category fit

970 EVO Plus 1TB

970 EVO Plus 1TB is a practical option in this comparison.

Una actualización iterativa del 970 EVO original usando la V-NAND de 96 capas de Samsung, el 970 EVO Plus logró notablemente mejores velocidades de escritura y mayor resistencia. Siguió siendo una recomendación PCIe 3.0 de primer nivel durante años tras su lanzamiento. Check the linked product page for current details.

What we like

  • Direct internal product page with technical specifications.
  • Useful model details for comparing this category.

What we do not like

  • Current price and availability need checking.
Key specificationsType: NVMe SSD · Capacity: 1 TB · Interface: PCIe 3.0 x4 / NVMe 1.3 · Form Factor: M.2 2280
5. Best overall category fit

980 Pro 1TB

980 Pro 1TB is a practical option in this comparison.

El primer buque insignia PCIe 4.0 de Samsung a 1 TB, ofreciendo un enorme salto generacional sobre las unidades PCIe 3.0. Ampliamente adoptado como el SSD de alto rendimiento de referencia para actualizaciones de PS5 y equipos de entusiastas. Check the linked product page for current details.

What we like

  • Direct internal product page with technical specifications.
  • Useful model details for comparing this category.

What we do not like

  • Current price and availability need checking.
Key specificationsType: NVMe SSD · Capacity: 1 TB · Interface: PCIe 4.0 x4 / NVMe 1.3c · Form Factor: M.2 2280

How to choose

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