Samsung's new 2TB 990 SSD is 38% off at Amazon today
Get 38% off the new Samsung 990 2TB SSD, a $200 saving.
Samsung has recently released a new budget version of its 990 M.2 SSD, which is now available at a significant discount on Amazon. The 990 2TB SSD is priced at $329, a 38% reduction from its original price of $529. This SSD is one of the few released after the AI pricing surge, and Samsung has set its value at $529 in the current market.
The 990 2TB SSD boasts impressive performance, with sequential read and write speeds of up to 7,250/6,450 MB/s on a Gen 4 interface. It features Samsung's PiccoloQ controller and V9 QLC Flash memory, delivering performance close to that of the 990 EVO Plus while maintaining lower power consumption. The SSD also outperforms the 990 EVO in terms of bandwidth and overall 3DMark score, making it a strong contender in the market.
While this drive may not be the most cost-effective option compared to the 990 Pro or Samsung's Gen 5 9100, it still offers a considerable discount compared to its original price. Amazon currently offers a 36% discount on the 990 Pro 2TB, bringing its price down to $409 from $639. Alternatively, if your motherboard supports Gen 5, the 9100 Pro 2TB is available for $415 at Amazon, which is $85 more expensive than the 990 but may be worth the upgrade for those seeking even higher performance.
Although storage prices remain challenging, the trend suggests that AI-related pricing pressures will likely continue to drive prices higher in the future. Therefore, purchasing this discounted 2TB SSD now is a wise decision, as it may become even more expensive down the line.
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