Samsung

Samsung 870 EVO

Ranked #12 in Internal SSDs

196 LP on the category ladder what's LP?

Announced January 2021 by Samsung

The best SATA SSD for mainstream users, offering high endurance and a price that is still competitive with newer NVMe options.

Consolidated from 39 cited sources across 35 outlets

Where the cited sources landed, as we read them

1 enthusiastic source
29 positive sources
4 mixed sources
4 unconvinced sources

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Flagged as a product to avoid

1 of 8 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick. A trap is a product buyers genuinely cross-shop but should not buy, ranked honestly alongside the real picks rather than dropped to the bottom. Why the boards include them

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Pros & cons

✓ High endurance
✓ Long warranty
✓ The last great SATA drive
✓ Multi-year field record arguably the best of any consumer SSD ever made
✓ Still a mainstream recommendation for systems without M.2 slots

✗ SATA is a dead-end interface for new builds

The sources behind this ranking

We searched the web and YouTube for what has been published about this product, then read the articles, video transcripts and comments we found.

Evidence 14 articles, 23 video reviews and 2 community sources

1 enthusiastic source

PCWorld Jon L. Jacobi · reviewer · Jul 2022

Users who are looking to add some fast storage via an old-school, but still effective 2.5-inch SATA SSD will want Samsung’s spectacular (for SATA) 870 EVO. It’s the fastest SATA SSD we’ve tested, is available with up to 4TB of capacity, and is exceedingly affordable given the speed.

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29 positive sources

Tom's Hardware Article · Mar 2026

The 870 EVO series was originally introduced five years ago as the successor to the widely popular 860 EVO. At launch, it was offered in capacities ranging from 500GB to 4TB and had quickly become one of the go-to choices for reliable SATA storage. Although the industry has shifted towards faster NVMe SSDs, the 870 EVO still holds relevance for users who are running older PCs and laptops or for ma

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Wanneroo Wanneroo · 5.3K subscribers · Jan 2026

If uh you are looking for something along those lines, these are excellent for if you have a older computer and you want to upgrade from the old school type uh platter hard drive uh to a solid state drive and improve the speed and performance. Uh this is something to definitely kind of look at.

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Gizmodo Brittany Vincent · reviewer · Jul 2026

The Samsung Electronics 870 EVO 2TB SSD is a 2.5-inch SATA drive. It fits into a laptop or desktop’s existing hard drive bay. Two terabytes can hold your Windows installation along with games and years of photos and videos on one drive. It comes in the same 2.5-inch format that most laptops and desktops use, so you don’t need to buy an adapter to make it fit in either type of computer.

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USP REVIEW USP REVIEW · 2K subscribers · May 2025

And honestly, after looking at what this drive offers, it's hard to find a single good reason not to jump on this deal. Samsung's EVO series has earned a stellar reputation over the years, and the 870 EVO2 TB is no exception. It's built on Samsung's proven track record of delivering both speed and dependability.

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Thank you Cheapid for selling this Samsung 870 Evo 2.5" SSD at a much lower price! At first the price is lower than 21,000. I first saw their price just around 17,000 or so. Then they gave me the updated price of 21,000 PHP still cheaper compared to the sellers of this product on Lazada, Shopee and Ebay! Talking to Cheapid representative on the telephone is easy!

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PC HUB PC HUB · 1.6K subscribers · Feb 2026

Known for its reliability, speed, and versatility, this drive has become a favorite among PC builders, laptop users, and gamers worldwide. >> Today, we'll break down what makes the 870 EVO stand out, where it shines, and a couple of areas where it might not be the perfect fit. The Samsung 870 EVO is part of Samsung's legendary EVO lineup, which has long been trusted for consumer SSDs.

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Gizmodo Brittany Vincent · reviewer · Aug 2026

The most affordable way to make an older machine feel faster is by replacing the spinning hard disk drive with the Samsung SSD 870 EVO 2TB 2.5-inch SSD. The 2TB will hold your Windows install, a complete library of games, and years’ worth of photos on one drive, so you won’t have to worry about running out of space or moving anything to an external drive.

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PC HUB PC HUB · 1.6K subscribers · Feb 2026

Known for its reliability, speed, and versatility, this drive has become a favorite among PC builders, laptop users, and gamers worldwide. >> Today, we'll break down what makes the 870 EVO stand out, where it shines, and a couple of areas where it might not be the perfect fit. The Samsung 870 EVO is part of Samsung's legendary EVO lineup, which has long been trusted for consumer SSDs.

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XDA Jasmine Mannan · reviewer · Mar 2026

Samsung SSD Evo 870 1TB is one of the best SATA SSDs thanks to reliability, speeds and price. However, with Samsung reportedly stopping production of their infamous SSD, it might be time to stock up.

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DVM NEWS DVM NEWS · 941 subscribers · Apr 2026

The Samsung 870 Evo SSD promises to deliver blazing-fast performance and rock-solid reliability, all packed into a simple 2. 5-in SATA form factor. If you're tired of slow boot times and lagging applications, this SSD offers a noticeable upgrade that transforms your everyday computing experience.

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TechEyeShot Adnan · reviewer · Sept 2025

Sequential Speeds: The Samsung 870 EVO holds a slight edge in both sequential read and write speeds, though the difference is minimal and often unnoticeable in real-world usage.

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LightsExtras LightsExtras · 934 subscribers · Feb 2023

I have a 500GB one just like this in one of my laptops, this is a pretty reliable SSD. Why did I buy another one? I bought this for my server, which currently has a 240GB Kingston SSD, with 78% health. And the SSD is only 3 months old so, yeah. And it keeps losing health like every, everyday! So, I wouldn't buy Kingston A400 SSDs, they're pretty terrible.

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While not as speedy as its NVMe cousins, the Samsung 870 Evo 2TB SSD is still a great choice for both work and play - especially at this price.

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Tech doc Tech doc · 530 subscribers · Jul 2025

Samsung has long been the gold standard when it comes to solidstate drives and the 870 EVO continues that legacy with refined performance, outstanding endurance, and universal compatibility. It's designed for users who need serious capacity with rocksolid reliability.

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GPCB Jesper Berg · reviewer · Apr 2026

Samsung’s 870 EVO was long the standard recommendation at 4TB (and for SATA in general), and it remains available.

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Ryan Reviews Ryan Reviews · 410 subscribers · Apr 2025

So whether you're using this for gaming or like video editing and stuff, then I would definitely recommend it.

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Stephane Thirion Stephane Thirion · reviewer · Sept 2025

870 EVO (Solution) : TLC NAND technology 530 MB/s sustained writes Enterprise-grade reliability

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bstej_TechReviews bstej_TechReviews · 237 subscribers · Jan 2026

This drive is a true allstar. Built on Samsung's trusted technology, making it perfect for IT pros, creators, or everyday users needing a solid upgrade. We're talking about professional level performance that maximizes the SATA interface limit, hitting sequential read speeds up to 560 mgabytes per second and sequential rights up t 530 mgabytes per second.

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Kotaku Brittany Vincent · reviewer · Jun 2026

If you're constantly running out of storage, it's time to go ahead and get a new hard drive.

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Tech Deals Hub Tech Deals Hub · 146 subscribers · Mar 2026

Durability is another area where the 870 EVO excels. Samsung's V-NAND technology ensures that the memory cells are optimized for long-term performance and minimal degradation over time.

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Gizmodo Brittany Vincent · reviewer · Jul 2026

If you find yourself needing some extra storage space, this is the best time to buy.

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ElectronicGadgets ElectronicGadgets · 139 subscribers · Jul 2026

If you're looking for a reliable and high-performance SSD to upgrade your desktop or laptop, >> then the Samsung 870 EVO 1 TB is definitely worth considering. Let's see what makes it stand out. Please check price given in description below.

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Pcmag Tony Hoffman · reviewer

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Rock Reviews Rock Reviews · 107 subscribers · Mar 2025

If you're on a budget and need to upgrade your computer or build an affordable desktop, the Samsung 870 EVO 250 GB SSD is an outstanding option.

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CineTech CineTech · 91 subscribers · Jul 2026

This SSD offers substantial capacity, proven reliability, and extends the life of older hardware, which justifies its price point despite faster NVMe alternatives. Understanding potential risks is key for any technology purchase decision. The platform is broadly proven and dependable, although a few older production batches did generate isolated reports of early errors or bad blocks.

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Product Pulse 🛒📦 Product Pulse 🛒📦 · 21 subscribers · Jul 2026

This drive is an absolute home run for IT professionals, content creators, and everyday users looking to breathe new life into older laptops, desktops, or network attached storage NAS devices that lack M.2 slots.

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Nhi Bui Nhi Bui · 14 subscribers · Jun 2026

The Samsung 870 Evo is designed to push your system to its limits, reaching up to 560 MB per second read and 530 MB per second write speeds on the SATA interface. Whether you're handling everyday tasks or demanding 8K video editing, this drive keeps pace without slowing down. What sets the 870 Evo apart is its long-term performance stability.

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track track · 4 subscribers · Jul 2026

Overall, the Samsung 870 EVO 2 TB SATA 3 SSD offers an excellent balance of speed, capacity, and dependability. With its 560 MB per second read speeds, 2 TB of storage, >> broad compatibility, and trusted Samsung quality, it's one of the best upgrades you can make to improve your computer's performance.

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NanoHub NanoHub · channel · Aug 2026

the Samsung SSD 870 EVO 1 TB has earned a reputation as one of the most reliable SATA solid state drives available

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4 mixed sources

Diyssd Article

The catch is at the top of the range: the largest models command a scarcity premium that can rival or beat a faster 4TB NVMe drive. So two questions decide it — which capacity do you actually need, and does your machine have a free M.2 NVMe slot? At 1–2TB in a SATA-only machine, this is an easy yes. At the biggest capacities with an NVMe slot open, look at NVMe first.

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Reviewsinside Reviewsinside · 4.6K subscribers · Sept 2025

However, it's not all perfect.

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OnlineBizMasters OnlineBizMasters · 659 subscribers · Jul 2026

A minor drawback, however, is that its limited capacity might not suit power users needing extensive storage for large files or applications. Samsung 870 Evo 4 TB 2.5 in SATA 3 internal SSD. Next up is the Samsung 870 Evo 4 TB 2.5 in SATA 3 internal SSD.

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Askdeb Reviews Askdeb Reviews · 633 subscribers · Jan 2026

On the downside, while SATA 3 SSDs like the 870 EVO offer excellent performance, they are inherently limited by the SATA interface bandwidth compared to NVMe drives. So, if you're looking for the absolute fastest storage solution and your system supports NVMe, you might want to consider that.

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4 unconvinced sources

Tweaktown Article

Counterfeit SSDs are getting harder to spot, and the latest one making the rounds is a fake Samsung 870 EVO 2TB SATA drive that can't take more than 120GB of real writes. Japanese outlet Akiba PC Hotline tore one down after testing it, and the results are a good reminder that fakes are getting more and more convincing.

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Brutal Reviews Brutal Reviews · 2.5K subscribers · Jan 2026

Issue number one, early drive failure. Sometimes almost instantly multiple users report the drive dying shockingly fast from less than a year to 2 months to less than 10 minutes out of the box. Some drives weren't even recognized after initial formatting. Others failed during first use. For a brand famous for reliability, this is the exact opposite of what buyers expected.

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Linustechtips Article

The 870 EVO had trouble with failing nand on those manufactured before 2023.

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only Bestpicks only Bestpicks · 82 subscribers · Apr 2026

That 560 megabyte per second cap makes this drive completely unviable for modern direct storage PC gaming. You also cannot use it to actively edit 8K multi-cam video directly off the drive. The bandwidth just isn't there. This table maps it out. A SATA III input results in capped transfer speeds triggering a red warning for gaming and 8K editing.

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1 stance not read source

Reviewsinside Reviewsinside · 4.6K subscribers · Jun 2025

Today we're diving into the world of internal storage, specifically looking at the Samsung 870 EVOT 2.5 in SATA 3 internal SSD. This model, the MZ77E4B/AM, has gained attention as a high-capacity SATA SSD built on a wellestablished legacy. But is it really worth the premium? Let's find out.

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Frequently asked questions

It ranks #12 of 16 on our internal SSDs tier list, in F tier. That placement draws on 39 cited sources across 35 outlets.

4 of the 38 sources with a clear view are critical of it, among them Brutal Reviews, Linustechtips and only Bestpicks. SATA is a dead-end interface for new builds.