Rankings
The TEAMGROUP MP33 1TB is a PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe SSD delivering up to 1,800 MB/s read and 1,500 MB/s write with high random IOPS, backed by a 5-year warranty. While fast, it remains a TLC-based drive and does not support the latest PCIe 4.0 speeds. Best for mainstream desktops and laptops needing a performance boost without premium cost.
The XPG GAMMIX S70 Blade is a high-performance PCIe Gen4 M.2 SSD delivering top-tier sequential speeds and strong endurance. Its power draw and possible thermal throttling require good cooling, especially in compact builds. Ideal for gamers and creators who need fast load times and large capacity on a PCIe 4.0 platform.
The MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO 1TB is a high-performance PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD offering up to 7400 MB/s reads and strong random I/O, aimed at gamers and creators. Its drawbacks include real-world speeds that may not hit advertised peaks and a relatively high power draw. Ideal for users with modern Gen4 platforms who need top speed and data-security features.
The WD Blue SN5000 2TB is a DRAM-less PCIe Gen4 SSD with up to 5150 MB/s reads, a large >300 GB pSLC cache, and 900 TBW endurance for creative workloads. While it offers strong performance, the lack of DRAM can affect random I/O and real-world speeds may fall short of advertised peaks. Suited for creators and professionals needing high sequential throughput on a PCIe Gen4 platform.
The Silicon Power UD90 1TB is a PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD achieving up to 5,000 MB/s read and 4,800 MB/s write with a large 69 GB SLC cache. Write performance throttles once the cache is exhausted and the drive lacks DRAM and hardware encryption. Targeted at gamers and creators seeking high speed on a budget.
Fanxiang's 1 TB PCIe Gen4 SSD delivers up to 4700 MB/s reads and a 320 TBW endurance at a budget price. As a DRAM-less QLC drive, it can suffer write throttling and lacks hardware encryption. Great for gamers and builders seeking fast PCIe 4.0 speeds without premium cost.
The Kingston NV3 1TB is a budget-oriented PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD delivering up to 6,000 MB/s read and 4,000 MB/s write in a tiny single-sided M.2 2280 package. Its DRAM-less design leads to inconsistent random performance and occasional throttling under heavy loads. It is ideal for gamers and creators who need high sequential speeds without the premium price.
The Crucial P3 Plus 1TB is a budget-oriented PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD that offers blazing sequential read speeds and a large pSLC cache for fast burst writes, delivering strong first-impression performance. Its DRAM-less design and limited random IOPS cause latency and throttling once the cache is depleted, making it less suitable for sustained heavy-write workloads. It is best for gamers and general users who want Gen4 speeds without a premium price.
The Silicon Power P34A60 128 GB is an entry-level PCIe Gen3x4 M.2 NVMe SSD offering solid performance for budget builds. Its limited sequential speeds and lack of DRAM or hardware encryption constrain high-performance use. Ideal for novice users and cost-conscious upgrades.
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1,024 GB | 128 GB | 1 GB | 1,000 GB | 1 GB | 1,000 GB | 2,000 GBbest | 1,000 GB | 1,024 GB | |
7,400 MB/sbest | 2,200 MB/s | 6,000 MB/s | 5,000 MB/s | 7,400 MB/sbest | 1,800 MB/s | 5,150 MB/s | 5,000 MB/s | 4,700 MB/s | |
6,800 MB/sbest | 1,600 MB/s | 4,000 MB/s | — | 6,000 MB/s | 1,500 MB/s | 4,875 MB/s | 4,800 MB/s | 3,000 MB/s | |
750,000 IOPSbest | — | — | 164,000 IOPS | 750,000 IOPSbest | 220,000 IOPS | 730,000 IOPS | — | — | |
750,000 IOPS | — | — | 65,000 IOPS | 1,000,000 IOPSbest | 200,000 IOPS | 770,000 IOPS | — | — | |
740 TB | — | 320 TB | 220 TB | 700 TB | 600 TB | 900 TBbest | 600 TB | 320 TB | |
2,000,000 hoursbest | 2,000,000 hoursbest | 2,000,000 hoursbest | 1,500,000 hours | 1,825,000 hours | 1,500,000 hours | — | 1,500,000 hours | — | |
— | 0 MB | 0 MB | — | 1,024 MBbest | — | 0 MB | 0 MB | — |
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Connectivity(1) | |||||||||
Interface | PCIe Gen4 x4 | PCIe 3.0 x4 | PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe | PCIe Gen4 x4 | PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe | PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe | PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe 1.4 | PCIe 4.0 x4 | PCIe Gen4 x4 |
Performance(5) | |||||||||
Sequential Read Speed (MB/s) | 7400 MB/s | 2200 MB/s | 6000 MB/s | 5000 MB/s | 7400 MB/s | 1800 MB/s | 5150 MB/s | 5000 MB/s | 4700 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speed (MB/s) | 6800 MB/s | 1600 MB/s | 4000 MB/s | 3600-4200 MB/s | 6000 MB/s | 1500 MB/s | 4875 MB/s | 4800 MB/s | 3000 MB/s |
Random Read IOPS (4K) (IOPS) | 750000 IOPS | — | — | 164000 IOPS | 750000 IOPS | 220000 IOPS | 730000 IOPS | — | — |
Random Write IOPS (4K) (IOPS) | 750000 IOPS | — | — | 65000 IOPS | 1000000 IOPS | 200000 IOPS | 770000 IOPS | — | — |
DRAM Cache (MB) | — | 0 MB | 0 MB | — | 1024 MB | — | 0 MB | 0 MB | — |
Storage(2) | |||||||||
Storage Capacity (GB) | 1024 GB | 128 GB | 1 GB | 1000 GB | 1 GB | 1000 GB | 2000 GB | 1000 GB | 1024 GB |
NAND Type | TLC | 3D TLC | — | QLC | 3D NAND | TLC | TLC | 3D TLC | QLC |
Features(1) | |||||||||
Hardware Encryption | true | false | — | — | true | — | — | false | — |
General(1) | |||||||||
Warranty (years) | 5 years | 5 years | 3 years | 5 years | 3 years | 5 years | 5 years | 5 years | 3 years |
Reliability(3) | |||||||||
Total Bytes Written (Endurance) (TB) | 740 TB | — | 320 TB | 220 TB | 700 TB | 600 TB | 900 TB | 600 TB | 320 TB |
Mean Time Between Failures (hours) | 2000000 hours | 2000000 hours | 2000000 hours | 1500000 hours | 1825000 hours | 1500000 hours | — | 1500000 hours | — |
Operating Temperature (°C) | — | — | — | — | — | 0-70 °C | — | — | 51 °C |
Design & Build(3) | |||||||||
Form Factor | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 | Single-sided M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280/2230 | M.2 2280 |
Weight (g) | 7 g | 18 g | 6.57 g | 5.8 g | 1 g | 6 g | 5.70 g | 8 g | 7 g |
Dimensions (L×W×H) (mm) | 80x22x3.3 mm | 125×84×7 mm mm | 0.1496x0.8861x3.1496 inches mm | 80.01×2.29×22.10 mm mm | 22x2.15x80 mm mm | 133.4x42.2x7.9 mm | 129.5x101.6x20.3 mm mm | 80.01×22.10×3.56 mm mm | 100.1x7.1x70.1 mm mm |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers commend the S70 Blade for its blistering sequential performance, solid endurance, and cost-effective pricing, while noting that sustained write speeds can dip after the cache is filled and that adequate cooling is essential to avoid throttling.
Consumers consistently praise the drive's rapid boot and game load times, quiet operation, and straightforward PS5 installation, but they also report occasional thermal throttling in poorly ventilated cases, higher heat during long writes, and the need for firmware updates on older systems.
Professional sources highlight the P34A60's value-focused design, noting its NVMe 1.3 support, HMB architecture and error-correction features as solid technical merits for an entry-level drive. However, reviewers also point out its slower PCIe Gen3 speeds and the scarcity of independent performance analysis, suggesting it is best suited for budget upgrades rather than high-performance tasks.
Professional reviewers consider the Kingston NV3 a solid, affordable SSD that delivers the advertised 6,000/4,000 MB/s sequential speeds and low power consumption, but they caution that its DRAM-less design and batch-to-batch controller variations can lead to inconsistent performance, especially in random I/O workloads, keeping it a step below premium PCIe 4.0 offerings.
Everyday users generally appreciate the noticeable speed boost for booting and gaming, the straightforward M.2 installation, and the attractive price for a 1 TB PCIe 4.0 drive, while recurring complaints focus on occasional batch-related performance dips and minor throttling due to the lack of DRAM.
Professional reviewers commend the P3 Plus for its impressive sequential throughput and aggressive pricing, especially the 64K write performance that outpaces many QLC competitors. However, they consistently point out its weak random IOPS, high latency, and the drawbacks of a DRAM-less architecture, which cause sustained write speeds to tumble once the cache is exhausted. Overall, they view it as a solid budget Gen4 option for bursty workloads but not a contender for performance-critical or heavy-write scenarios.
Everyday users love the noticeable speed boost in booting, app loading, and large file transfers, often describing the experience as "very snappy" and a "massive jump" from SATA or HDD setups. Recurring complaints focus on performance throttling after the cache fills, heat concerns without a heatsink, and disappointment with random small-file speed, especially for VDI or database-type tasks.
Professional reviewers consider the MSI SPATIUM M480 PRO one of the fastest Gen4 SSDs, praising its high sequential and random performance while noting that real-world speeds fall short of the advertised peaks and that the 1 TB model's write speed is limited. They also highlight its strong endurance, five-year warranty, and comprehensive data-security features.
Everyday users have limited feedback available, but the few retail mentions emphasize the drive's "incredible speed" and easy installation, while the lack of extensive reviews leaves some uncertainty about real-world performance consistency.
Professional reviewers consider the WD Blue SN5000 a solid mid-tier PCIe Gen4 SSD, highlighting its strong sustained mixed I/O performance, large pSLC cache, and reliable Polaris 3 controller. While they note the DRAM-less design can affect random workloads and that real-world sequential benchmarks fall slightly below the advertised maximum, they appreciate the inclusion of migration software and the 5-year warranty for creative professionals.
Professional reviewers consider the UD90 an excellent value proposition for PCIe Gen4x4, applauding its TLC NAND, high sequential speeds and efficient DRAM-less design, while noting the inevitable write throttling once the SLC cache is exhausted and the modest performance of the 2230 variant for demanding workloads.
Everyday users appreciate the fast boot and game load times, low power draw and the large SLC cache that handles typical multitasking well, but they frequently complain about noticeable write speed drops after the cache fills, higher temperatures without a heatsink, and lower random I/O performance compared to higher-end drives.
Professional reviewers commend the Fanxiang SSD for delivering true PCIe 4.0 sequential performance at a budget price, with impressive sustained speeds even when the drive is near capacity and modest thermals. However, they caution that the QLC-based S690Q can suffer noticeable write-speed drops and that the DRAM-less architecture may not match the consistency of premium DRAM-equipped models.
Everyday users generally praise the drive for its fast boot and game loading times, reliable operation under heavy fills, and the absence of noticeable slowdowns during large file transfers. The most recurring concern among consumers is occasional throttling on QLC models during prolonged write-heavy tasks.
