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SSD Specification Duel

Samsung 870 EVO 1 TB vs SK Hynix SC3010 960 GB

Side-by-side specification comparison with 25 data points analyzed

Samsung 870 EVO 1 TB

Samsung 870 EVO 1 TB

Samsung

8
Wins
:
8
Wins
9 ties · 25 specs compared
Dead Heat
SK Hynix SC3010 960 GB

SK Hynix SC3010 960 GB

SK Hynix

Samsung 870 EVO 1 TB
SK Hynix SC3010 960 GB

Performance Specs

Sequential Read— TIE —
560 MB/s
560 MB/s
Sequential Write◄ WINNER
530 MB/s
490 MB/s
Random Read (IOPS)— TIE —
98,000 IOPS
98,000 IOPS
Random Write (IOPS)◄ WINNER
88,000 IOPS
Unknown
45 µs
Read Latency
75 µs
390 µs
Write Latency
1500 µs

Hardware Specs

2.5"
Form Factor
2.5"
SATA 6 Gbps
Interface
SATA 6 Gbps
Samsung MKX Metis
Controller
SH87810AA
TLC
NAND Flash
MLC
128-layer
Technology
Planar
DRAM (enabled)
DRAM Cache
DRAM (enabled)

Reliability Specs

5 Years
Warranty
3 Years
Endurance (TBW)◄ WINNER
600 TBW
526 TBW
MTBFWINNER ►
1.5 Million Hours
2.0 Million Hours
No
Power Loss Protection
Yes
DWPDWINNER ►
0.3
0.5

Features Specs

AES-128 AES-256 TCG Opal
Encryption
AES-256 TCG Opal
Yes
TRIM Support
Yes
No
PS5 Compatible
No
AHCI
Protocol
AHCI

Power & Value Specs

0.03 W (Idle) 2.2 W (Avg) 3.5 W (Max)
Power Draw
Unknown
19 nm
Process Node
16 nm
Jan 20th, 2021
Release Date
Jun 16th, 2016
130 USD
Launch Price
N/A
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Samsung 870 EVO 1 TB vs SK Hynix SC3010 960 GB: Technical Analysis

For real-world multitasking, the SK Hynix SC3010 960 GB edges ahead with 98,000 IOPS random read IOPS. Random I/O performance often matters more than sequential speeds for everyday computing.

The Samsung 870 EVO 1 TB offers superior endurance at 600 TBW, making it the better choice for write-intensive workloads like video editing or database applications.

Final Verdict

Samsung 870 EVO 1 TB vs SK Hynix SC3010 960 GB: Dead Heat

This is a close matchup. The Samsung 870 EVO 1 TB wins in 8 categories while the SK Hynix SC3010 960 GB takes 8. Both are excellent choices — your decision should come down to price, availability, and specific feature priorities.

FAQ

Samsung 870 EVO 1 TB vs SK Hynix SC3010 960 GB FAQ

Which is faster: Samsung 870 EVO 1 TB or SK Hynix SC3010 960 GB?

The Samsung 870 EVO 1 TB is faster with 560 MB/s sequential read speed. For most users, this means quicker file transfers and faster game loading.

Which SSD is better for gaming?

Both drives work well for PC gaming. Choose based on your interface compatibility (NVMe vs SATA) and budget.

Which has better reliability?

The Samsung 870 EVO 1 TB comes with 5 Years warranty while the SK Hynix SC3010 960 GB offers 3 Years. Check the endurance (TBW) ratings in the specs above for write durability.

Where can I buy these SSDs in Kenya?

Use the "Check Availability" buttons above to inquire about current stock and pricing. We can source most SSDs on request with delivery across Kenya.