Samsung 9100 Pro 2TB VS Samsung 9100 Pro 8TB

The Samsung 9100 Pro 2TB and Samsung 9100 Pro 8TB have very similar read performance, but with some notable differences. Both models feature impressive sequential read speeds, with the 2TB variant offering a rate of 14,700 MB/s and the 8TB version slightly surpassing it at 14,800 MB/s. The difference in sequential read speed is small, just 100 MB/s, making both drives highly capable in data transfer tasks.

When it comes to random read speed, the 8TB model is significantly ahead. The Samsung 9100 Pro 2TB offers a random read speed of 1,850,000 IOPS, while the 8TB version reaches 2,200,000 IOPS. This represents a clear advantage for the 8TB model in random access performance, which is important for tasks involving large amounts of small, scattered data.

Overall, while both products excel in read speeds, the 8TB version has a slight edge in both sequential and random read speeds, although the 2TB model still offers exceptional performance for most use cases.

The write performance of the Samsung 9100 Pro 2TB and Samsung 9100 Pro 8TB is identical across both sequential and random write speeds. Both models offer a sequential write speed of 13,400 MB/s, ensuring consistent performance in large file transfers. Similarly, both the 2TB and 8TB variants have a random write speed of 2,600,000 IOPS, which is critical for tasks involving smaller, scattered data operations.

There is no difference in write speeds between the two models in this comparison, making either option equally effective for write-intensive tasks.

The Samsung 9100 Pro 2TB and Samsung 9100 Pro 8TB share many similar specifications, with the main difference being the internal storage capacity. The 2TB version has 2,000GB of storage, while the 8TB variant provides a much larger 8,000GB of storage, making it suitable for users with higher capacity needs.

Both drives are M.2 NVMe SSDs with DRAM cache and support the same PCIe version (5.0) and NVMe version (2.0). They also share the same controller model, the Samsung Presto (S4LY027), and both have 8 controller channels. The storage type is identical as well, using TLC NAND flash. The drives are rated for a MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) of 1.5 million hours, and both come with a 5-year warranty.

The main difference between these models lies in their Terabytes Written (TBW) ratings, with the 2TB model rated for 1,200TBW, while the 8TB model is rated for a significantly higher 4,800TBW. Both models support 256-bit encryption and do not feature integrated heatsinks or RGB lighting.