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SSD Specification Duel

Samsung PM897 3.8 TB vs Teamgroup T-Force Vulcan Z 480 GB

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

Samsung PM897 3.8 TB

Samsung PM897 3.8 TB

Samsung

13
Wins
:
4
Wins
8 ties · 25 specs compared
◄ Champion
Teamgroup T-Force Vulcan Z 480 GB

Teamgroup T-Force Vulcan Z 480 GB

SK Hynix

Samsung PM897 3.8 TB
Teamgroup T-Force Vulcan Z 480 GB

Performance Specs

Sequential Read◄ WINNER
560 MB/s
540 MB/s
Sequential Write◄ WINNER
530 MB/s
470 MB/s
Random Read (IOPS)◄ WINNER
97,000 IOPS
Unknown
Random Write (IOPS)◄ WINNER
60,000 IOPS
Unknown
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
SM2259XT
TLC
NAND Flash
TLC
128-layer
Technology
128-layer
DRAM (enabled)
DRAM Cache
N/A

Reliability Specs

5 Years
Warranty
3 Years
Endurance (TBW)◄ WINNER
21024 TBW
400 TBW
MTBF◄ WINNER
2.0 Million Hours
1.0 Million Hours
Yes
Power Loss Protection
No
DWPD◄ WINNER
3.0
0.8

Features Specs

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

Power & Value Specs

1.4 W (Idle) 2.3 W (Avg) 3.0 W (Max)
Power Draw
Unknown
19 nm
Process Node
28 nm
Jan 20th, 2021
Release Date
May 10th, 2022
N/A
Launch Price
30 USD
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Samsung PM897 3.8 TB vs Teamgroup T-Force Vulcan Z 480 GB: Technical Analysis

The Samsung PM897 3.8 TB offers superior endurance at 21024 TBW, making it the better choice for write-intensive workloads like video editing or database applications.

Final Verdict

Samsung PM897 3.8 TB Wins

Our pick: The Samsung PM897 3.8 TB takes the crown with 13 wins versus 4. It offers the better overall package for most users. However, the Teamgroup T-Force Vulcan Z 480 GB remains a solid alternative if you find a better deal or need specific features it offers.

FAQ

Samsung PM897 3.8 TB vs Teamgroup T-Force Vulcan Z 480 GB FAQ

Which is faster: Samsung PM897 3.8 TB or Teamgroup T-Force Vulcan Z 480 GB?

The Samsung PM897 3.8 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 PM897 3.8 TB comes with 5 Years warranty while the Teamgroup T-Force Vulcan Z 480 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.