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SSD Specification Duel

Samsung 883 DCT 3.8 TB vs ADATA Ultimate SU650 240 GB

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

Samsung 883 DCT 3.8 TB

Samsung 883 DCT 3.8 TB

Samsung

9
Wins
:
8
Wins
8 ties · 25 specs compared
◄ Champion
ADATA Ultimate SU650 240 GB

ADATA Ultimate SU650 240 GB

Micron

Samsung 883 DCT 3.8 TB
ADATA Ultimate SU650 240 GB

Performance Specs

Sequential Read◄ WINNER
550 MB/s
520 MB/s
Sequential Write◄ WINNER
520 MB/s
320 MB/s
Random Read (IOPS)◄ WINNER
98,000 IOPS
40,000 IOPS
Random Write (IOPS)WINNER ►
28,000 IOPS
75,000 IOPS
45 µs
Read Latency
56 µs
700 µs
Write Latency
502 µs

Hardware Specs

2.5"
Form Factor
2.5"
SATA 6 Gbps
Interface
SATA 6 Gbps
Samsung MJX Maru
Controller
RTS5735DLQ
TLC
NAND Flash
TLC
64-layer
Technology
176-layer
DRAM (enabled)
DRAM Cache
N/A

Reliability Specs

5 Years
Warranty
3 Years
Endurance (TBW)◄ WINNER
5466 TBW
140 TBW
MTBF— TIE —
2.0 Million Hours
2.0 Million Hours
Yes
Power Loss Protection
No
DWPD◄ WINNER
0.8
0.5

Features Specs

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

Power & Value Specs

1.3 W (Idle) 2.3 W (Avg) 3.6 W (Max)
Power Draw
0.65 W (Idle) Unknown (Avg) Unknown (Max)
20 nm
Process Node
N/A
Apr 2018
Release Date
2023
799 USD
Launch Price
N/A
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Samsung 883 DCT 3.8 TB vs ADATA Ultimate SU650 240 GB: Technical Analysis

For real-world multitasking, the Samsung 883 DCT 3.8 TB edges ahead with 98,000 IOPS random read IOPS. Random I/O performance often matters more than sequential speeds for everyday computing.

The Samsung 883 DCT 3.8 TB offers superior endurance at 5466 TBW, making it the better choice for write-intensive workloads like video editing or database applications.

Final Verdict

Samsung 883 DCT 3.8 TB Wins

This is a close matchup. The Samsung 883 DCT 3.8 TB wins in 9 categories while the ADATA Ultimate SU650 240 GB takes 8. Both are excellent choices — your decision should come down to price, availability, and specific feature priorities.

FAQ

Samsung 883 DCT 3.8 TB vs ADATA Ultimate SU650 240 GB FAQ

Which is faster: Samsung 883 DCT 3.8 TB or ADATA Ultimate SU650 240 GB?

The Samsung 883 DCT 3.8 TB is faster with 550 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 883 DCT 3.8 TB comes with 5 Years warranty while the ADATA Ultimate SU650 240 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.