In a surprising turn of events, the spotlight has shifted from the traditional Black Friday frenzy to a remarkable opportunity for tech enthusiasts seeking top-tier storage solutions. Currently, the Samsung SSD lineup features an enticing offer on the ultra-fast Samsung 9100 Pro, with savings reaching up to 0, marking the lowest price we’ve encountered for this high-performance drive.
Performance That Speaks Volumes
As the second-fastest SSD in our testing repertoire, the Samsung 9100 Pro is not merely a budget option; it stands as a formidable contender in the realm of performance drives. Its absence from our primary list of best gaming SSDs is solely due to the WD Black SN8100, which has edged it out for overall speed, claiming the title of the fastest PCIe 5 SSD we’ve evaluated. However, the Samsung 9100 Pro’s slight speed deficit is offset by its current discounts, making it an attractive choice, especially when the WD Black SN8100 is also available at competitive prices.
This PCIe 5 SSD boasts impressive specifications, with sequential read speeds soaring to 14,800MB/s and write speeds reaching 13,400MB/s. These figures closely trail the WD Black SN8100, which reports a read speed of 14,900MB/s and a write speed of 14,000MB/s. Our rigorous testing corroborated these claims, with the Samsung 9100 Pro achieving 14,645MB/s read and 13,450MB/s write in the CrystalDiskMark benchmark. Furthermore, it excelled in real-world scenarios, such as PCMark 10 and 3DMark storage benchmarks, where it narrowly trailed the WD Black SN8100.
One of the standout features of the Samsung 9100 Pro is its ability to maintain cooler temperatures compared to many of its predecessors in the PCIe 5 category. While earlier models often required substantial heatsinks and sometimes even active cooling solutions to mitigate overheating, the Samsung 9100 Pro only necessitates a modest heatsink—either one integrated into your motherboard or the optional one included with the drive—ensuring efficient thermal management without excessive bulk.
Typically, the Samsung 9100 Pro starts at 9.99 for a 1TB variant and can ascend to 9.99 for an 8TB model, positioning it as a premium, high-performance SSD. However, the current discounts render it a more accessible option for gamers looking to enhance their systems. The 1TB model is now available for 9.99 after a reduction, while the 2TB variant enjoys an discount, and the 4TB model sees a substantial 0 off. The 8TB model, while still a luxury upgrade, has a 0 discount, bringing it down to 9.99.
For those eager to seize these exceptional deals, a visit to Samsung’s store is in order. There, you’ll find a variety of discounted drives, but the Samsung 9100 Pro stands out as the highlight of this promotional event.
