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SSD Specification Duel

Samsung 870 EVO 500 GB vs SK Hynix Silver S32 500 GB

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

Samsung 870 EVO 500 GB

Samsung 870 EVO 500 GB

Samsung

7
Wins
:
6
Wins
12 ties · 25 specs compared
◄ Champion
SK Hynix Silver S32 500 GB

SK Hynix Silver S32 500 GB

SK Hynix

Samsung 870 EVO 500 GB
SK Hynix Silver S32 500 GB

Performance Specs

Sequential Read— TIE —
560 MB/s
560 MB/s
Sequential Write◄ WINNER
530 MB/s
510 MB/s
Random Read (IOPS)◄ WINNER
98,000 IOPS
65,000 IOPS
Random Write (IOPS)◄ WINNER
88,000 IOPS
65,000 IOPS
45 µs
Read Latency
50 µs
390 µs
Write Latency
380 µs

Hardware Specs

2.5"
Form Factor
2.5"
SATA 6 Gbps
Interface
SATA 6 Gbps
Samsung MKX Metis
Controller
SM2259XT
TLC
NAND Flash
TLC
128-layer
Technology
176-layer
DRAM (enabled)
DRAM Cache
N/A

Reliability Specs

5 Years
Warranty
5 Years
Endurance (TBW)— TIE —
300 TBW
300 TBW
MTBF◄ WINNER
1.5 Million Hours
N/A
No
Power Loss Protection
No
DWPD— TIE —
0.3
0.3

Features Specs

AES-128 AES-256 TCG Opal
Encryption
Unknown
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
28 nm
Jan 20th, 2021
Release Date
2025
70 USD
Launch Price
56 USD
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Samsung 870 EVO 500 GB vs SK Hynix Silver S32 500 GB: Technical Analysis

For real-world multitasking, the Samsung 870 EVO 500 GB edges ahead with 98,000 IOPS random read IOPS. Random I/O performance often matters more than sequential speeds for everyday computing.

The SK Hynix Silver S32 500 GB offers superior endurance at 300 TBW, making it the better choice for write-intensive workloads like video editing or database applications.

Final Verdict

Samsung 870 EVO 500 GB Wins

This is a close matchup. The Samsung 870 EVO 500 GB wins in 7 categories while the SK Hynix Silver S32 500 GB takes 6. Both are excellent choices — your decision should come down to price, availability, and specific feature priorities.

FAQ

Samsung 870 EVO 500 GB vs SK Hynix Silver S32 500 GB FAQ

Which is faster: Samsung 870 EVO 500 GB or SK Hynix Silver S32 500 GB?

The Samsung 870 EVO 500 GB 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 500 GB comes with 5 Years warranty while the SK Hynix Silver S32 500 GB offers 5 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.