Samsung
Samsung 870 EVO 4TB Internal SSD
Best high-capacity storage upgrade for creators and everyday computer users.
Elevate your system's performance with the Samsung 870 EVO 4TB Internal SSD. Engineered for creators, IT professionals, and everyday users, this SSD offers exceptional speed, reliability, and broad compatibility. It's an ideal upgrade to significantly boost your desktop or laptop's responsiveness, ensuring faster boot times and application loading. With its standard 2.5-inch form factor and SATA interface, installation is straightforward, providing a dependable solution for enhanced overall system speed and ample storage.
$470.35
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Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
303
/ 2789
#303 in Hard Drives
Price vs Category Average
-11%
Below average
Storage Capacity
40004
/ gigabytes (TB)
Who it's for
- Creative professionals and gamers needing massive local storage
- Data-conscious users prioritizing long-term drive reliability
- Legacy system owners seeking maximum speed from SATA connections
Who should skip it
- Performance seekers requiring faster NVMe transfer speeds
- Budget-focused shoppers looking for the lowest cost per gigabyte
- Laptop users needing compact M.2 form factors
Performance breakdown
SATA Speed Ceiling
Consistently hits the maximum theoretical limits of the SATA III interface.
Storage Density
Massive 4TB capacity fits comfortably within a standard 2.5-inch footprint.
System Responsiveness
Drastically reduces boot times and eliminates sluggish application loading delays.
Operational Reliability
Samsung’s proven flash technology ensures long-term stability for critical data.
Installation Simplicity
Standard form factor makes upgrading older desktops and laptops remarkably straightforward.
Acoustic Performance
Silent operation provides a peaceful upgrade over traditional spinning mechanical drives.
Key Specs
Storage Capacity
4000 gigabytes (4TB)
Drive Type
SSD
Form Factor
2.5 in.
Interface
SATA III
Maximum Read Speed
560 megabytes per second
Maximum Write Speed
530 megabytes per second
Installation Type
Internal
Features
- Boosts system responsiveness significantly
- Built on pioneering Samsung technology
- High reliability for daily use
- Easy installation into existing systems
- Consistent overall performance
- Quiet operation
- Ample 4TB storage capacity
What customers say
The Samsung 870 EVO 4TB SSD earns high praise primarily for its exceptional reliability and massive capacity. Users, especially gamers and creators needing vast storage, value the peace of mind provided by Samsung's proven technology and strong warranty. Installation is simple and straightforward. While performance is limited by the SATA interface, it consistently reaches maximum speeds, offering a significant upgrade over older drives. Reviewers appreciate its dependable, set it and forget it operation. Although priced above budget options, customers feel the premium is justified by the enterprise-grade stability and long-term endurance offered within the widely compatible SATA standard.
Know before you buy
This drive uses the standard 2.5-inch form factor, which is compatible with most laptops and desktops that have a dedicated 2.5-inch drive bay. Before purchasing, verify that your device has an available SATA slot and sufficient physical space to accommodate a 7mm thick drive.
The Samsung 870 EVO uses the SATA III interface, which is designed for broad compatibility with older and standard systems. While NVMe M.2 drives offer faster speeds for specialized tasks, this SATA SSD provides a significant performance boost over traditional mechanical hard drives and is much easier to install in standard hardware configurations.
Yes, this is an excellent replacement for a traditional mechanical hard drive. You will need to clone your existing operating system and data onto the new SSD using migration software, or perform a clean install of your operating system to enjoy the faster boot and load times.
With 4TB of storage and consistent read/write speeds, this drive is well-suited for storing and accessing large media files. While it is highly reliable for daily professional use, it is best utilized as a high-capacity storage drive or a primary boot drive for general productivity and creative workflows.
If you are adding this to a desktop, you will need a standard SATA data cable and a SATA power connector from your power supply. These cables are typically included with your motherboard or power supply, but you may need to purchase them separately if you are starting from scratch.
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