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SSD Specification Duel

SK Hynix PC801 1 TB vs Samsung PM9A1 1 TB

Side-by-side specification comparison with 24 data points analyzed

SK Hynix PC801 1 TB

SK Hynix PC801 1 TB

SK Hynix

PS5 Ready
9
Wins
:
5
Wins
10 ties · 24 specs compared
◄ Champion
Samsung PM9A1 1 TB

Samsung PM9A1 1 TB

Samsung

PS5 Ready
SK Hynix PC801 1 TB
Samsung PM9A1 1 TB

Performance Specs

Sequential Read— TIE —
7,000 MB/s
7,000 MB/s
Sequential Write◄ WINNER
6,500 MB/s
5,100 MB/s
Random Read (IOPS)◄ WINNER
1,500,000 IOPS
1,000,000 IOPS
Random Write (IOPS)WINNER ►
1,400,000 IOPS
850,000 IOPS
50 µs
Read Latency
45 µs
380 µs
Write Latency
390 µs

Hardware Specs

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

Reliability Specs

5 Years
Warranty
5 Years
Endurance (TBW)WINNER ►
400 TBW
600 TBW
MTBF◄ WINNER
1.6 Million Hours
1.5 Million Hours
No
Power Loss Protection
No
DWPDWINNER ►
0.2
0.3

Features Specs

AES-256 TCG Pyrite
Encryption
AES-128 AES-256 TCG Opal
Yes
TRIM Support
Yes
Yes
PS5 Compatible
Yes
NVMe 1.4
Protocol
NVMe 1.3

Power & Value Specs

0.05 W (Idle) Unknown (Avg) 7.5 W (Max)
Power Draw
Unknown
12 nm
Process Node
19 nm
2022
Release Date
Sep 22nd, 2020
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SK Hynix PC801 1 TB vs Samsung PM9A1 1 TB: Technical Analysis

For real-world multitasking, the SK Hynix PC801 1 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 PM9A1 1 TB offers superior endurance at 600 TBW, making it the better choice for write-intensive workloads like video editing or database applications.

🎮 Gamers take note: The SK Hynix PC801 1 TB is confirmed PS5 compatible, making it an excellent choice for expanding your PlayStation's storage.

Final Verdict

SK Hynix PC801 1 TB Wins

Our pick: The SK Hynix PC801 1 TB takes the crown with 9 wins versus 5. It offers the better overall package for most users. However, the Samsung PM9A1 1 TB remains a solid alternative if you find a better deal or need specific features it offers.

FAQ

SK Hynix PC801 1 TB vs Samsung PM9A1 1 TB FAQ

Which is faster: SK Hynix PC801 1 TB or Samsung PM9A1 1 TB?

The SK Hynix PC801 1 TB is faster with 7,000 MB/s sequential read speed. For most users, this means quicker file transfers and faster game loading.

Which SSD is better for gaming?

The SK Hynix PC801 1 TB is PS5 compatible and offers excellent gaming performance with 7,000 MB/s read speeds.

Which has better reliability?

The SK Hynix PC801 1 TB comes with 5 Years warranty while the Samsung PM9A1 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.