Technical Snapshot

The Samsung PM9A3 960GB NVMe SSD is a 960GB internal solid state drive using PCIe Gen 4.0 x4, NVMe 1.4 interface in 2.5" U.2 form factor. It delivers sequential read speeds up to 6900 MB/s and write speeds up to 4100 MB/s. Powered by Samsung V-NAND TLC NAND flash.

Use Case
System storage, gaming, content creation
Interface
PCIe Gen 4.0 x4, NVMe 1.4
Category
Internal SSD — PM9A3 Series
SAMSUNG

PM9A3 960GB NVMe SSD

960GB · PCIe Gen 4.0 x4, NVMe 1.4 · 2.5" U.2

Storage capacity: 960GB. Available in multiple capacity variants.
Capacity960GB
Sequential read speed up to 6900 MB/s for fast file access and boot times.
Read6900 MB/s
Sequential write speed up to 4100 MB/s. Rated for 1752 TBW endurance.
Write4100 MB/s
PCIe Gen 4.0 x4, NVMe 1.4 interface in 2.5" U.2 form factor.
InterfacePCIe Gen 4.0 x4, NVMe 1.4
MPNMZ-QL296000
EAN887276642055
CategorySolid State Drives
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Full Specifications

Product LinePM9A3
Capacity960GB
Form Factor2.5" U.2
InterfacePCIe Gen 4.0 x4, NVMe 1.4
NAND TypeSamsung V-NAND TLC
ControllerSamsung in-house Controller
Sequential Read6900 MB/s
Sequential Write4100 MB/s
Random Read IOPS1,000,000
Random Write IOPS180,000
TBW1752 TB
MTBF2,000,000 hours
EncryptionAES 256-bit, TCG/Opal
Weight69.0 g
Dimensions100 x 70 x 15 mm
Warranty5-year Limited
Variantbasic

Support & Downloads

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Frequently Asked Questions

What interface does the Samsung PM9A3 960GB NVMe SSD use?

The Samsung PM9A3 960GB NVMe SSD uses PCIe Gen 4.0 x4, NVMe 1.4 in a 2.5" U.2 form factor.

What is the read/write speed of the Samsung PM9A3 960GB NVMe SSD?

The Samsung PM9A3 960GB NVMe SSD offers sequential read speeds of 6900 MB/s and write speeds of 4100 MB/s.

What capacity is the Samsung PM9A3 960GB NVMe SSD?

This Samsung PM9A3 960GB NVMe SSD variant has a capacity of 960GB.

What NAND type does the Samsung PM9A3 960GB NVMe SSD use?

The Samsung PM9A3 960GB NVMe SSD uses Samsung V-NAND TLC.

What warranty does the Samsung PM9A3 960GB NVMe SSD come with?

The Samsung PM9A3 960GB NVMe SSD comes with a 5-year Limited.

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