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SSD Specification Duel

Samsung 970 EVO Plus 1 TB vs SK Hynix Gold P31 1 TB

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

Samsung 970 EVO Plus 1 TB

Samsung 970 EVO Plus 1 TB

Samsung

4
Wins
:
9
Wins
12 ties · 25 specs compared
Champion ►
SK Hynix Gold P31 1 TB

SK Hynix Gold P31 1 TB

SK Hynix

Samsung 970 EVO Plus 1 TB
SK Hynix Gold P31 1 TB

Performance Specs

Sequential Read— TIE —
3,500 MB/s
3,500 MB/s
Sequential Write◄ WINNER
3,300 MB/s
3,200 MB/s
Random Read (IOPS)◄ WINNER
600,000 IOPS
570,000 IOPS
Random Write (IOPS)WINNER ►
550,000 IOPS
600,000 IOPS
73 µs
Read Latency
N/A
500 µs
Write Latency
N/A

Hardware Specs

M.2 2280 (Single-Sided)
Form Factor
M.2 2280 (Single-Sided)
PCIe 3.0 x4
Interface
PCIe 3.0 x4
Samsung Phoenix
Controller
SK Hynix Cepheus
TLC
NAND Flash
TLC
92-layer
Technology
128-layer
DRAM (enabled)
DRAM Cache
DRAM (enabled)

Reliability Specs

5 Years
Warranty
5 Years
Endurance (TBW)WINNER ►
600 TBW
750 TBW
MTBF— TIE —
1.5 Million Hours
1.5 Million Hours
No
Power Loss Protection
No
DWPDWINNER ►
0.3
0.4

Features Specs

AES-128 AES-256 TCG Opal
Encryption
AES-256
Yes
TRIM Support
Yes
No
PS5 Compatible
No
NVMe 1.3
Protocol
NVMe 1.3

Power & Value Specs

0.06 W (Idle) 3.5 W (Avg) 6.4 W (Max)
Power Draw
0.36 W (Idle) 2.4 W (Avg) 4.1 W (Max)
20 nm
Process Node
12 nm
Feb 2019
Release Date
Aug 17th, 2021
250 USD
Launch Price
135 USD
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Samsung 970 EVO Plus 1 TB vs SK Hynix Gold P31 1 TB: Technical Analysis

For real-world multitasking, the Samsung 970 EVO Plus 1 TB edges ahead with 600,000 IOPS random read IOPS. Random I/O performance often matters more than sequential speeds for everyday computing.

The SK Hynix Gold P31 1 TB offers superior endurance at 750 TBW, making it the better choice for write-intensive workloads like video editing or database applications.

Final Verdict

SK Hynix Gold P31 1 TB Wins

Our pick: The SK Hynix Gold P31 1 TB takes the crown with 9 wins versus 4. It offers the better overall package for most users. However, the Samsung 970 EVO Plus 1 TB remains a solid alternative if you find a better deal or need specific features it offers.

FAQ

Samsung 970 EVO Plus 1 TB vs SK Hynix Gold P31 1 TB FAQ

Which is faster: Samsung 970 EVO Plus 1 TB or SK Hynix Gold P31 1 TB?

The Samsung 970 EVO Plus 1 TB is faster with 3,500 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 970 EVO Plus 1 TB comes with 5 Years warranty while the SK Hynix Gold P31 1 TB 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.