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SSD Specification Duel

Samsung PM893 960 GB vs SK Hynix Gold S31 1 TB

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

Samsung PM893 960 GB

Samsung PM893 960 GB

Samsung

8
Wins
:
6
Wins
11 ties · 25 specs compared
◄ Champion
SK Hynix Gold S31 1 TB

SK Hynix Gold S31 1 TB

SK Hynix

Samsung PM893 960 GB
SK Hynix Gold S31 1 TB

Performance Specs

Sequential ReadWINNER ►
550 MB/s
560 MB/s
Sequential WriteWINNER ►
520 MB/s
525 MB/s
Random Read (IOPS)◄ WINNER
98,000 IOPS
95,000 IOPS
Random Write (IOPS)WINNER ►
30,000 IOPS
87,000 IOPS
45 µs
Read Latency
N/A
390 µs
Write Latency
N/A

Hardware Specs

2.5"
Form Factor
2.5"
SATA 6 Gbps
Interface
SATA 6 Gbps
Samsung MKX Metis
Controller
SK Hynix Quartz
TLC
NAND Flash
TLC
128-layer
Technology
72-layer
DRAM (enabled)
DRAM Cache
DRAM (enabled)

Reliability Specs

5 Years
Warranty
5 Years
Endurance (TBW)◄ WINNER
1752 TBW
600 TBW
MTBF— TIE —
2.0 Million Hours
2.0 Million Hours
Yes
Power Loss Protection
No
DWPD◄ WINNER
1.0
0.3

Features Specs

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

Power & Value Specs

1.5 W (Idle) 2.2 W (Avg) 3.2 W (Max)
Power Draw
0.20 W (Idle) 1.9 W (Avg) 3.2 W (Max)
19 nm
Process Node
28 nm
Aug 2022
Release Date
Aug 15th, 2019
N/A
Launch Price
106 USD
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Samsung PM893 960 GB vs SK Hynix Gold S31 1 TB: Technical Analysis

For real-world multitasking, the Samsung PM893 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 PM893 960 GB offers superior endurance at 1752 TBW, making it the better choice for write-intensive workloads like video editing or database applications.

Final Verdict

Samsung PM893 960 GB Wins

This is a close matchup. The Samsung PM893 960 GB wins in 8 categories while the SK Hynix Gold S31 1 TB takes 6. Both are excellent choices — your decision should come down to price, availability, and specific feature priorities.

FAQ

Samsung PM893 960 GB vs SK Hynix Gold S31 1 TB FAQ

Which is faster: Samsung PM893 960 GB or SK Hynix Gold S31 1 TB?

The SK Hynix Gold S31 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 PM893 960 GB comes with 5 Years warranty while the SK Hynix Gold S31 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.