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SSD Specification Duel

Samsung 990 Pro 2 TB vs SK Hynix PC801 2 TB

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

Samsung 990 Pro 2 TB

Samsung 990 Pro 2 TB

Samsung

PS5 Ready
10
Wins
:
5
Wins
10 ties · 25 specs compared
◄ Champion
SK Hynix PC801 2 TB

SK Hynix PC801 2 TB

SK Hynix

PS5 Ready
Samsung 990 Pro 2 TB
SK Hynix PC801 2 TB

Performance Specs

Sequential Read◄ WINNER
7,450 MB/s
7,000 MB/s
Sequential Write◄ WINNER
6,900 MB/s
6,500 MB/s
Random Read (IOPS)WINNER ►
1,400,000 IOPS
1,500,000 IOPS
Random Write (IOPS)◄ WINNER
1,550,000 IOPS
1,400,000 IOPS
40 µs
Read Latency
50 µs
390 µs
Write Latency
380 µs

Hardware Specs

M.2 2280 (Single-Sided)
Form Factor
M.2 2280 (Single-Sided)
PCIe 4.0 x4
Interface
PCIe 4.0 x4
Samsung Pascal
Controller
Aries
TLC
NAND Flash
TLC
236-layer
Technology
176-layer
DRAM (enabled)
DRAM Cache
DRAM (enabled)

Reliability Specs

5 Years
Warranty
5 Years
Endurance (TBW)◄ WINNER
1200 TBW
800 TBW
MTBFWINNER ►
1.5 Million Hours
1.6 Million Hours
No
Power Loss Protection
No
DWPD◄ WINNER
0.3
0.2

Features Specs

AES-256 TCG Opal
Encryption
AES-256 TCG Pyrite
Yes
TRIM Support
Yes
Yes
PS5 Compatible
Yes
NVMe 2.0
Protocol
NVMe 1.4

Power & Value Specs

0.84 W (Idle) 3.9 W (Avg) 5.9 W (Max)
Power Draw
0.78 W (Idle) 3.9 W (Avg) 5.5 W (Max)
8 nm
Process Node
12 nm
2023
Release Date
2022
309 USD
Launch Price
N/A
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Samsung 990 Pro 2 TB vs SK Hynix PC801 2 TB: Technical Analysis

For real-world multitasking, the SK Hynix PC801 2 TB edges ahead with 1,500,000 IOPS random read IOPS. Random I/O performance often matters more than sequential speeds for everyday computing.

The Samsung 990 Pro 2 TB offers superior endurance at 1200 TBW, making it the better choice for write-intensive workloads like video editing or database applications.

🎮 Gamers take note: The Samsung 990 Pro 2 TB is confirmed PS5 compatible, making it an excellent choice for expanding your PlayStation's storage.

Final Verdict

Samsung 990 Pro 2 TB Wins

Our pick: The Samsung 990 Pro 2 TB takes the crown with 10 wins versus 5. It offers the better overall package for most users. However, the SK Hynix PC801 2 TB remains a solid alternative if you find a better deal or need specific features it offers.

FAQ

Samsung 990 Pro 2 TB vs SK Hynix PC801 2 TB FAQ

Which is faster: Samsung 990 Pro 2 TB or SK Hynix PC801 2 TB?

The Samsung 990 Pro 2 TB is faster with 7,450 MB/s sequential read speed. For most users, this means quicker file transfers and faster game loading.

Which SSD is better for gaming?

The Samsung 990 Pro 2 TB is PS5 compatible and offers excellent gaming performance with 7,450 MB/s read speeds.

Which has better reliability?

The Samsung 990 Pro 2 TB comes with 5 Years warranty while the SK Hynix PC801 2 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.