SAMSUNG
SAMSUNG 870 EVO 500 GB 2.5 inch SATA internal SSD
A 500 GB 2.5 inch SATA internal SSD delivering 560 MB/s read and 530 MB/s write speeds with 512 MB LPDDR4 cache
- Type2.5 Inch SATA III Internal SSD
- ConnectorsATA-6
- SpecificationsWrite Speed Sequential: 530 MB/s Read Speed Sequential: 560
- Dimensions2.5"
- Features500GB Storage Capacity 2.5" Form Factor SATA III 6 Gb/s Inte
- Up to 560 MB/s read speeds maximise the SATA interface limit
- 530 MB/s sequential write speeds accelerate everyday workloads
- 500 GB capacity stores large media and project files
- 512 MB LPDDR4 cache sustains performance during heavy multitasking
- 300 TBW endurance rating supports long-term reliability
500 GB SATA SSD for creators and everyday users
The Samsung 870 EVO is a 2.5 inch internal solid-state drive built for desktops and laptops. It suits creators, IT professionals and everyday users who want reliable storage without moving parts. The drive uses Samsung MKX controller with 6th generation V-NAND and 512MB LPDDR4 cache to deliver steady performance across workloads.
SATA III 6 Gb/s interface limits sequential
The drive connects through a standard SATA III 6 Gb/s port using ATA-6 connectors. Sequential read speed reaches 560 MB/s and sequential write speed reaches 530 MB/s, which saturates the interface bandwidth. These speeds represent the practical ceiling of the SATA standard, so the drive cannot go faster on this connection.
500 GB capacity with 300 TBW endurance rating
The 500 GB capacity handles operating systems, applications and active project files for typical creative and professional workflows. A 300 TBW rating under a 5-year limited warranty provides headroom for heavy daily writes such as 8K video processing. Users needing larger media libraries or higher write endurance will require a higher-capacity drive.
Highlights
- Up to 560 MB/s read speeds maximise the SATA interface limit
- 530 MB/s sequential write speeds accelerate everyday workloads
- 500 GB capacity stores large media and project files
- 512 MB LPDDR4 cache sustains performance during heavy multitasking
- 300 TBW endurance rating supports long-term reliability
Specifications
| Brand | SAMSUNG |
|---|---|
| Model | Samsung 870 EVO 500GB 2.5 Inch SATA III Internal SSD |
| Part Number | 870 EVO 500GB |
| Type | 2.5 Inch SATA III Internal SSD |
| Connectors | ATA-6 |
| Specifications | Write Speed Sequential: 530 MB/s Read Speed Sequential: 560 MB/s |
| Dimensions | 2.5" |
| Features | 500GB Storage Capacity 2.5" Form Factor SATA III 6 Gb/s Interface 512MB LPDDR4 Cache Up to 560 MB/s Sequential Read Speed Up to 530 MB/s Sequential Write Speed Samsung MKX Controller MLC V-NAND Technology MTBF Rating: 1.5 Million Hours Endurance up to 300TB Solid State Hard Drive hard disc drive HDD |
Questions about this item
Should I pick the 500 GB version or is there a larger capacity that fits the same 2.5 inch SATA slot?
The 500 GB model uses the standard 2.5 inch SATA form factor; higher-capacity 870 EVO drives share the identical physical size and connector, so they fit the same slot.
What do the 560 MB/s read and 530 MB/s write figures mean once the drive is installed in my laptop?
Those are the maximum sequential speeds the SATA III interface allows; real-world file transfers and boot times will hit those peaks on large contiguous files and fall lower on mixed workloads.
Does the SATA III 6 Gb/s interface cap the drive below its own potential?
Yes — the 870 EVO already reaches the SATA III practical ceiling of 560/530 MB/s, so the interface is the limiting factor, not the controller or NAND.
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