The new Samsung 9100 PRO SSD Series is poised to bring bar-setting performance and capacity for gamers, creators, and power users.
Samsung has unveiled its latest consumer SSD lineup, the 9100 PRO Series, designed to deliver high-capacity storage and bar-setting performance powered by PCIe Gen5 technology. Designed for a wide range of users—from creative professionals working with AI and 8K video to gamers seeking ultra-fast load times—this new SSD series offers significantly enhanced speed, efficiency, and capacity.
Samsung 9100 PRO SSD: Performance Profile
The 9100 PRO series is poised to significantly leap forward in storage performance. Built with PCIe Gen5 x4 and NVMe 2.0, it is quoted to deliver potential sequential read speeds of up to 14,800MB/s and write speeds of up to 13,400MB/s across all capacities. That’s nearly twice the data transfer rate of its predecessor, which means large file transfers, demanding computing tasks, and game load times will be noticeably faster.
Beyond sequential speeds, random read and write performance also gets a significant upgrade, reaching 2,200K and 2,600K IOPS, respectively. This makes a real difference in responsiveness, especially for workloads that rely on rapid access to small files—such as AI processing, video editing, and gaming. Whether handling massive datasets or looking for near-instant application loading, the 9100 PRO series is undoubtedly built to meet high-performance demands.
Samsung 9100 PRO SSD: Series Energy Efficiency and Thermal Management
The 9100 PRO series incorporates a 5nm in-house controller that enhances power management, delivering up to 49% greater power efficiency than the previous model. This is particularly important for users who demand high performance without excessive heat generation or energy consumption.
For those requiring additional thermal control, Samsung offers a 9100 PRO Heatsink variant to provide an extra layer of cooling. Maintaining these lower operating temperatures can extend the drive’s lifespan while ensuring consistent high-speed performance. The heatsink version will mostly benefit use cases with prolonged workloads, such as rendering or AI processing, where sustained performance is crucial.
Samsung 9100 PRO SSD: Storage Capacity and Compatibility
For the first time in its consumer SSD lineup, Samsung offers an NVMe SSD with up to 8TB of storage, a significant jump in capacity. This is ideal for professionals handling high-resolution media, AI-generated content, and large datasets, where storage demands quickly add up.
Gamers will also benefit, as modern titles often exceed 100GB each. With 8TB available, users can store an extensive library of games, videos, and projects while maintaining the speed and responsiveness expected from a PCIe Gen5 SSD. No matter the use case, this storage level minimizes the need for external drives and streamlines high-performance computing.
Regarding compatibility, the M.2 2280 form factor ensures support for various devices, including desktops, laptops, and PlayStation 5 consoles.
Samsung 9100 PRO SSD: Software Support and Security Features
To maximize longevity and performance, Samsung includes its Magician Software with the 9100 PRO series. Magician has long been one of the best SSD toolkit solutions available, and it remains our top choice for drive management. This utility provides firmware updates, performance optimization tools, and data protection features. Users can monitor drive health, update firmware for security improvements, and manage encryption settings with ease, making it an essential companion for maintaining peak SSD performance.
On the security front, the drive includes AES 256-bit encryption, TCG/Opal 2.0 compliance, and Microsoft eDrive support, ensuring that data remains protected from unauthorized access.
Samsung 9100 PRO SSD: Specifications
| Feature | Specification | ||||
| Interface | PCIe 5.0 x4, NVMe 2.0 | ||||
| Form Factor | M.2 (2280) / M.2 (2280 with Heatsink) | ||||
| Hardware | NAND | Samsung V NAND TLC (V8) | |||
| Controller | In-House Controller | ||||
| Cache Memory | 1GB LPDDR4X | 2GB LPDDR4X | 4GB LPDDR4X | 8GB LPDDR4X | |
| Performance | Seq. Read/Write (MB/s) | 14,700 / 13,300 | 14,700 / 13,400 | 14,800 / 13,400 | 14,800 / 13,400 |
| Ran. Read/Write (IOPS, QD32) | 1,850K / 2,600K | 1,850K / 2,600K | 2,200K / 2,600K | 2,200K / 2,600K | |
| Power | Active (Read/Write) | 7.6W / 7.2W | 8.1W / 7.9W | 9.0W / 8.2W | TBD |
| Device Sleep (L1.2) | 4.0mW / 3.3mW | 4.8mW / 4.0mW | 6.5mW / 5.7mW | TBD | |
| Intelligent TurboWrite 2.0 | 114GB | 226GB | 442GB | TBD | |
| Data Encryption | Class 0 (AES 256), TCG/Opal v2.0, MS eDrive (IEEE1667) | ||||
| Total Bytes Written (TBW) | 600 | 1,200 | 2,400 | 4,800 | |
| Warranty | Five (5) Year Limited Warranty | ||||
Samsung 9100 PRO SSD: Pricing and Availability
The Samsung 9100 PRO SSD will be priced as follows:
9100 PRO (Standard Model)
- 1TB – $199.99
- 2TB – $299.99
- 4TB – $549.99
- 8TB – Launching in the second half of 2025 (price TBD)
9100 PRO with Heatsink
- 1TB – $219.99 (Additional thermal control for better heat dissipation)
- 2TB – $319.99
- 4TB – $569.99
- 8TB – Launching in the second half of 2025 (price TBD)
Based on these specifications, the Samsung 9100 PRO series is set to be one of the fastest consumer SSDs on the market. While real-world performance will depend on system compatibility, components, and workload, we expect a noticeable improvement in data-heavy tasks once we get it into our lab for testing.
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