Samsung
The Samsung 870 EVO 1TB is a 2.5‑inch SATA III SSD that delivers near‑maximum SATA bandwidth with strong 4K random performance, high endurance, and a 5‑year warranty, making it ideal for upgrading legacy systems and demanding everyday workloads.
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$179.99
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Best For
Users upgrading from HDDs, content creators needing fast access to large media files, IT professionals deploying storage in legacy desktops or laptops, virtualization enthusiasts, and gamers with older systems that only support 2.5‑inch SATA drives.
Not Ideal For
Enthusiasts who require the highest sequential speeds for large file transfers, users with modern systems that support NVMe where PCIe SSDs would deliver superior performance, and workloads that demand sustained write speeds beyond SATA limits.
Expert Opinion
Professional reviewers award the 870 EVO an Editors’ Choice, highlighting its maximum SATA III throughput, industry‑leading 4K random performance, and the robust feature set provided by Samsung’s in‑house controller and Magician software. While the drive cannot surpass the bandwidth ceiling of SATA, its real‑world responsiveness rivals many PCIe 3.0 SSDs, making it a top pick for SATA‑based systems.
What Users Say
Everyday users consistently praise the 870 EVO for dramatically faster boot times, smoother system performance, and reliable operation. Installation is reported as straightforward, and the bundled Magician software is frequently mentioned as a valuable tool. The main complaints revolve around the lack of an included SATA cable and a modest slowdown when the drive approaches full capacity.
Common Complaints
Missing SATA cable, performance degradation near full capacity, and limited speed on very old chipsets.
How It Compares
vs. Crucial MX500 (1TB)
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Choose the MX500 if you prefer a slightly lower price and similar SATA performance; pick the 870 EVO for marginally better random performance and stronger encryption.
vs. WD Blue 3D NAND (1TB)
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WD Blue is a solid budget SATA SSD, but the 870 EVO offers superior random performance and Samsung’s Magician tools.
vs. Kingston A2000 (NVMe, 1TB)
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The A2000 is ideal for modern PCs with NVMe support needing top‑tier performance; the 870 EVO is better for legacy systems where NVMe isn’t an option.
