MZ-V9E2T0B/AM Samsung 990 Evo 2TB M.2 SSD with V-Nand TLC

Samsung MZ-V9E2T0B/AM 990 EVO SSD

The Samsung 990 EVO 2TB NVMe SSD delivers exceptional speed, reliability, and advanced storage technology for modern computing needs. Designed with PCIe 5.0 x2 and PCIe 4.0 x4 compatibility, this drive ensures seamless integration with next-generation systems.

Product Information

• Brand Name: Samsung
• Part Number: MZ-V9E2T0B/AM
• Product Type: Internal Solid State Drive

Extended Specifications

• Generous 2TB
• Supports PCIe 5.0 x2PCIe 4.0 x4
• Built on NVMe 2.0
• Compact M.2 2280

Memory Technology

• Powered by Samsung V-NAND TLC
• Enhanced endurance and efficiency with advanced cell structure
• Custom-built Samsung controller for optimized performance
• Utilizes Host Memory Buffer (HMB)

Performance Metrics

Sequential Speed

• Read: Up to 5,000 MB/s
• Write: Up to 4,200 MB/s

Random Operations

• QD1 Read: Up to 20K IOPS
• QD1 Write: Up to 90K IOPS
• QD32 Read: Up to 700K IOPS
• QD32 Write: Up to 800K IOPS

Durability

• Rated for 1200 TBW

Power Efficiency

• Active Read: 5.5W
• Active Write: 4.7W

Compatibility

• Works seamlessly with modern PCs and laptops supporting PCIe 4.0/5.0
• Perfect for gaming rigs, creative workstations, and enterprise environments

Samsung MZ-V9E2T0B/AM 990 EVO 2TB SSD Overview

The Samsung MZ-V9E2T0B/AM 990 EVO 2TB PCI-Express 5.0 X2 NVMe 2.0 V-NAND TLC M.2 2280 Internal Solid State Drive represents a new generation of consumer storage designed to meet the escalating demands of modern computing environments. As software, operating systems, and digital workflows continue to grow in complexity and scale, storage solutions must evolve to provide faster access, higher endurance, and better efficiency. This category of PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSDs is engineered for users who require cutting-edge performance, seamless multitasking, and uncompromising reliability across a wide range of applications, from gaming and creative production to professional workloads and everyday productivity.

Transition

The evolution from SATA-based storage to NVMe over PCI Express has transformed how data is accessed and managed within modern systems. SATA SSDs once revolutionized performance compared to mechanical hard drives, but the interface quickly became a bottleneck for high-speed NAND flash memory. NVMe was introduced to eliminate this limitation by allowing direct communication between the storage device and the CPU via PCI Express lanes. With PCIe 5.0, bandwidth doubles once again compared to PCIe 4.0, enabling unprecedented transfer speeds and dramatically reducing latency. The Samsung 990 EVO 2TB SSD exemplifies this transition by leveraging PCIe 5.0 X2 architecture to deliver high throughput while maintaining efficiency and compatibility.

Understanding

NVMe 2.0 introduces refinements that further enhance performance, scalability, and device management. This standard improves command handling, reduces overhead, and supports new features for power management and virtualization. NVMe 2.0 is particularly beneficial for high-performance consumer SSDs like the Samsung 990 EVO, as it ensures faster response times under heavy workloads and better efficiency during idle and low-power states. The standard also enhances compatibility across platforms, ensuring that this category of SSDs integrates seamlessly with both current and future computing systems.

Samsung V-NAND TLC

Samsung’s V-NAND technology represents a significant advancement over traditional planar NAND by stacking memory cells vertically rather than horizontally. This design increases storage density, improves durability, and enhances performance while reducing power consumption. The use of Triple-Level Cell (TLC) memory in the Samsung 990 EVO strikes an optimal balance between capacity, endurance, and cost, making it suitable for both consumer and professional use cases. TLC V-NAND enables higher capacities like 2TB in a compact M.2 form factor while maintaining reliable performance across sustained workloads.

Cell Architecture

The vertical stacking of memory cells in V-NAND reduces electrical interference between cells, improving signal integrity and data retention. This architectural approach enhances write endurance and read accuracy, ensuring that data remains intact over extended periods of use. For high-performance SSDs such as the Samsung 990 EVO, this results in consistent throughput, reduced error rates, and improved longevity even under demanding conditions like 4K video editing, large-scale data transfers, and high-frequency gaming.

M.2 2280 Form Factor

The M.2 2280 form factor has become the standard for internal SSDs due to its compact size, ease of installation, and compatibility with a wide range of systems. Measuring 22mm in width and 80mm in length, the M.2 2280 design allows high-capacity storage to fit directly onto the motherboard, eliminating the need for cables and reducing system clutter. The Samsung 990 EVO 2TB SSD adheres to this standard, ensuring compatibility with most modern desktops, laptops, and workstations.

Integration

This category of M.2 NVMe SSDs is designed to integrate seamlessly into both desktop and laptop platforms. Desktop users benefit from easy installation and improved airflow due to reduced cabling, while laptop users enjoy thinner, lighter devices without sacrificing storage capacity or performance. The Samsung 990 EVO’s low-profile design and efficient thermal characteristics make it ideal for compact systems where space and heat dissipation are critical considerations.

Performance

PCIe 5.0 X2 SSDs represent a strategic balance between performance and efficiency. While PCIe 5.0 X4 drives offer maximum bandwidth, X2 configurations reduce power consumption and thermal output while still delivering significantly higher performance than PCIe 4.0 X4 SSDs. The Samsung 990 EVO 2TB SSD is optimized for this balance, making it suitable for a wide range of use cases where sustained performance and efficiency are equally important.

Read and Write

Sequential performance is a critical metric for tasks such as large file transfers, system boot times, and application loading. The Samsung 990 EVO delivers high sequential read and write speeds that significantly outperform previous-generation SSDs. This enables faster data access, reduced load times, and improved responsiveness across both consumer and professional applications. The high throughput also enhances the user experience in tasks such as video editing, 3D rendering, and large-scale data processing.

Random IOPS

Random input/output operations per second (IOPS) measure how efficiently an SSD handles small, scattered data requests, which are common in operating system operations and multitasking scenarios. The Samsung 990 EVO’s advanced controller and NVMe 2.0 optimizations deliver high random IOPS, ensuring smooth multitasking, rapid application switching, and consistent performance under heavy workloads. This makes the category particularly well-suited for power users who run multiple demanding applications simultaneously.

Use Cases

The Samsung 990 EVO 2TB SSD category is designed to serve a diverse range of use cases, from high-performance gaming systems to professional workstations and everyday productivity setups. Its combination of speed, capacity, and reliability makes it a versatile storage solution for users with varying performance requirements.

Gaming

Modern games demand fast storage to handle large assets, high-resolution textures, and complex environments. The Samsung 990 EVO’s high sequential and random performance significantly reduces game load times, enabling faster access to game worlds and smoother transitions between scenes. This enhances the overall gaming experience by minimizing interruptions and maximizing immersion, particularly in open-world and multiplayer titles that rely heavily on fast data streaming.

Content and Media

Content creators working with high-resolution video, large image files, and complex project files require storage solutions that can handle large data transfers and sustained workloads. The Samsung 990 EVO’s high throughput and consistent performance enable faster rendering, smoother editing workflows, and reduced export times. This category of SSDs supports professional-grade content creation, from 4K and 8K video editing to advanced graphic design and audio production.