Samsung 990 Pro vs WD Black SN850X
PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD comparison.
All SSDs| Spec | Samsung 990 Pro | WD Black |
|---|---|---|
| Speed (Read) | 7,100 MB/s | 7,100 MB/s |
| Cache | 1.4GB | 1GB |
| Price (1TB) | $89 | $84 |
| Reliability | Excellent | Excellent |
Is Samsung 990 Pro worth the extra cost?
Yes—better cache and proven track record. $5 premium is worthwhile.
Are these different from 4.0 drives?
Not for gaming. Both exceed game load speeds.
Do I need PCIe 4.0 or can I go 3.0?
PCIe 4.0 is now standard. PCIe 3.0 aging out.
Which is better for PS5?
Both work on PS5. WD Black is officially certified.