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Q1: What is the read/write speed of the Samsung 970 EVO Plus 250GB SSD?
A: The Samsung 970 EVO Plus 250GB offers up to 3,500 MB/s read and 2,300 MB/s write speeds, delivering fast performance for gaming, booting, and file transfers.

Q2: Is the Samsung 970 EVO Plus compatible with laptops and desktops?
A: Yes, the 970 EVO Plus is compatible with both laptops and desktops that support M.2 (2280) PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe SSDs.

Q3: Does the 970 EVO Plus 250GB come with Samsung Magician software support?
A: Yes, it supports Samsung Magician software for firmware updates, drive health monitoring, performance optimization, and secure erase features.

Q4: Is the Samsung 970 EVO Plus reliable for long-term use?
A: Absolutely. It has a high endurance rating (up to 150 TBW) and features Samsung V-NAND technology and a nickel-coated controller for thermal control and reliability.

Q5: How do I install the Samsung 970 EVO Plus SSD?
A: Simply insert the SSD into the M.2 slot on your motherboard, secure it with a screw, and format it using Disk Management or your BIOS. Samsung also provides an installation guide and cloning software.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Always Evolving SSD

The ultimate in performance, upgraded. Faster than the 970 EVO, the 970 EVO Plus is powered by the latest V-NAND technology and firmware optimization. It maximizes the potential of NVMe bandwidth for unbeatable computing. In capacities up to 2TB, with reliability of up to 1,200 TBW.

Disclaimer—*1GB=1,000,000,000 bytes by IDEMA. A certain portion of capacity may be used for system file and maintenance use, so the actual capacity may differ from what is indicated on the product label. 3.3 V ± 5 % Allowable voltage

Level up Performance

The 970 EVO Plus reaches sequential read/write speeds up to 3,500/3,300 MB/s, up to 53% faster than the 970 EVO. The latest V-NAND—which brings greater NAND performance and higher power efficiency—comes along with optimized firmware, a proven Phoenix controller, and Intelligent TurboWrite boost.

Disclaimer—*Performances may vary depending on the SSD’s firmware version and system hardware & configuration. Performance measurements based on IOmeter 1.1.0. The write performances were measured with Intelligent TurboWrite technology being activated. The sequential write performances after the Intelligent TurboWrite region are 400 MB/s (250 GB), 900 MB/s (500 GB), 1,700 MB/s (1 TB), and 1,750 MB/s (2 TB). * Test system configuration: Intel Core i7-7700K CPU @4.2GHz, DDR4 2400MHz 32GB, OS-Windows 10 Build 10240, Chipset–ASUS PRIME Z270-A.

Design Flexibility

The next advancement in NVMe SSD. The 970 EVO Plus fits up to 2TB onto the compact M.2 (2280) form factor, greatly expanding storage capacity and saving space for other components. Samsung's innovative technology empowers you with the capacity to do more and accomplish more.

Exceptional Endurance

The new standard in sustainable performance. Get up to 1,200 TBW for lasting performance. The 970 EVO Plus provides exceptional endurance powered by the latest V-NAND technology and Samsung’s quality.

Disclaimer: *TBW: Terabytes Written*

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