"Save 30% on Samsung 990 Evo Plus 2TB SSD: Ideal for PS5 and Gaming PCs"

The highly-rated Samsung 990 Evo Plus PCIe 4.0 M.2 NVMe solid state drive has seen a price drop this week, making it an even more attractive option for gamers and tech enthusiasts alike. Amazon is now selling the 2TB model for just $129.99 with free shipping, while the 4TB variant is available for $252.01—also with free shipping. This high-performance SSD is ideal for both PlayStation 5 consoles (a heatsink is recommended) and as a primary boot drive for gaming PCs. The savings are significant, with these prices coming in $40 to $50 below the Samsung 990 Pro. For most users, especially gamers, the performance difference between the 990 Evo Plus and the 990 Pro will be practically imperceptible.

Samsung 990 Evo Plus SSDs Now on Sale

Samsung 990 Evo Plus 2TB PCIe Gen 4x4 M.2 SSD

$184.99 Save 30% $129.99 at Amazon

Samsung 990 Evo Plus 4TB PCIe Gen 4x4 M.2 SSD

$349.99 Save 28% $252.01 at Amazon

The Samsung 990 Evo Plus delivers impressive speed and efficiency, making it a top choice for both your gaming PC and PS5 console. It surpasses Sony’s minimum speed requirements for the PS5 with sequential read speeds of up to 7,250 MB/s and write speeds of up to 6,300 MB/s. While not quite as fast as the pricier 990 Pro, the performance gap is negligible for most use cases. One key difference is that the 990 Evo Plus is a DRAM-less design. However, thanks to HMB (Host Memory Buffer) support, it leverages a minimal amount of system RAM to compensate, ensuring smooth operation without impacting real-world performance for gamers.

It's worth noting that the Samsung 990 Evo Plus does not come with a preinstalled heatsink. That said, its modern, single-sided design is energy-efficient and produces less heat than older models. In most scenarios—especially inside a PS5—you won’t experience thermal throttling. Still, for added peace of mind, you can pick up a PS5-compatible heatsink for under $10.

More Top SSD Options for PS5

Looking for alternatives? Here are some other top-performing SSDs we recommend for your PS5 console:

Corsair MP600 PRO LPX

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Crucial T500

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WD_Black P40

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Lexar NM790

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