Samsung 980 PRO with Heatsink NVMe M.2 SSD

High-Speed NVMe Storage with a Factory-Fitted Heatsink Samsung 980 PRO with Heatsink pairs PCIe 4.0 NVMe performance with a factory-installed cooling assembly for compatible PCs and PlayStation 5 storage expansion. Samsung V-NAND and dedicated LPDDR4 cache support demanding games and local working files. Sequential performance reaches up to 7,000MB/s reads and 5,100MB/s writes under Samsung test conditions, with actual results depending on the drive specification, host and workload. The assembled heatsink is an essential part of this version. Check the complete dimensions and the host's installation requirements before fitting it, and leave the heatsink in place. The separate Specs tab provides the current maximum clearance dimensions, qualified performance figures, operating conditions and warranty limits. Highlights Factory-Installed Cooling Pre-installed heatsink with thermal-interface material for the controller and memory. Designed for compatible PCs and PlayStation 5 M.2 expansion. PCIe 4.0 NVMe Performance Samsung V-NAND, in-house controller and dedicated LPDDR4 cache. Intelligent TurboWrite supports suitable burst-writing workloads. Fit and Maintain Correctly Check assembled width and height as well as the M.2 2280 mounting position. Do not remove the heatsink or overtighten the mounting; warranty conditions apply. Key Features Expand Suitable Game and Application Storage Use the drive for games, applications and working files on a compatible internal NVMe connection. Its PCIe 4.0 interface provides bandwidth for demanding local storage tasks, while game loading and application responsiveness also depend on the rest of the system. Keep the distinction between local storage performance and other limits such as downloads, processor work or graphics rendering. The SSD improves the storage component of the setup rather than guaranteeing a particular result in every game or application. Keep the Cooling Assembly Together The factory-fitted heatsink uses thermal-interface material and a metal cooling structure to transfer heat away from the drive. Together with the nickel-coated controller and thermal-management features, it helps manage sustained use within the product's operating conditions. Samsung instructs users to leave the heatsink attached because removing it can damage the device and void the product warranty. Choose the assembled version for a host that can accommodate it instead of planning to remove the cooling parts after purchase. Check the Complete Space around the M.2 Slot An M.2 2280 mounting point establishes the module length but does not establish enough space for an assembled heatsink. Check the maximum length, width and height in Specs against the actual host compartment and nearby components. Follow the host's mounting instructions and do not overtighten the drive. If a motherboard already uses its own M.2 cover, confirm that the two cooling arrangements can be fitted as instructed rather than stacking parts without a verified installation method. Follow the Console's Expansion Requirements The 980 PRO with Heatsink is designed for PlayStation 5 compatibility, subject to the console's current M.2 installation and system-software requirements. Follow the console's fitting, formatting and storage-management instructions and confirm clearance before installation. A console-reported benchmark can differ from Samsung's PC laboratory result because the test environment differs. The drive is internal NVMe storage, so its fitting and supported use differ from an external USB game drive. Read Performance Figures with the Workload in Mind A suitable PCIe 4.0 x4 host is required to use the full interface bandwidth, while compatible PCIe 3.0 hosts operate at lower interface-limited speeds. Intelligent TurboWrite helps the drive reach its write ratings within a defined transfer size; longer writes can behave differently once that area is exhausted. Sequential transfers and small random access are different measurements. Use the qualified figures in Specs to compare the workload rather than treating one headline number as a guaranteed rate for every operation. Manage a Compatible PC Installation with Samsung Tools Supported Samsung Magician software provides drive-health, diagnostics and firmware-management functions when used with an appropriate computer, operating system and connection. Available tools differ by environment and should not be assumed to run on a games console. The SSD also supports AES 256-bit encryption, TCG Opal and IEEE1667 with a suitable configured host. Retain a separate backup before migration, firmware maintenance or other work on important stored data. Consider Endurance as well as Peak Speed The manufacturer's limited warranty ends at the stated period or the applicable written-data limit, whichever comes first. Use the endurance information for the intended workload, especially where large projects or repeated scratch writes are involved. The heatsink does not remove temperature limits or replace the host's airflow requirements. Keep another copy of important files: a statistical reliability rating, diagnostic tool or warranty is not a substitute for a tested backup and recovery routine. Summary Samsung 980 PRO with Heatsink suits compatible PC and console installations that need PCIe 4.0 NVMe storage with an integrated cooling assembly. Verify the complete fitting space, leave the heatsink attached and match the detailed performance and endurance specification to the intended workload. Read more