Samsung is upping the ante with its popular SSD lineup. The Samsung 9100 PRO PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSD is getting a larger 8TB capacity. This drive is engineered as the ultimate solution for running next-generation applications, including processing massive AAA games, rendering high-resolution video content, and managing large-scale AI models.
Breakthrough Performance and Efficiency
The performance leap achieved by the 9100 PRO 8TB is immediate and substantial. Powered by Samsung’s 8th-generation V-NAND and an advanced Presto controller, the drive utilises the PCIe 5.0 x4, NVMe 2.0 interface. This hardware combination enables best-in-class sequential read speeds of up to 14,800 MB/s and write speeds of up to 13,400 MB/s. This effectively doubles the sequential performance compared to the previous generation, the 990 PRO.
The practical benefit of this immense bandwidth is felt immediately in demanding workflows. For AI and High-Performance Computing (HPC), the high throughput significantly shortens the loading and saving time for terabyte-sized datasets and large language models (LLMs), fundamentally boosting the efficiency of complex training and reasoning processes. Content creators benefit as the sustained bandwidth is essential for real-time editing of 8K RAW video without playback lag or frame loss, accelerating the entire production pipeline. For high-end gaming, the drive delivers lightning-fast parallel processing, achieving up to 2,200K IOPS random read and 2,600K IOPS random write speeds, ensuring instantaneous load times for huge, modern game files.
Despite its extreme performance, the 9100 PRO 8TB is also engineered for efficiency. The drive is up to 49% more power-efficient than its predecessor, thanks to Samsung’s 5nm controller and optimized firmware. This focus on efficiency ensures cooler operation and more consistent speed during prolonged, sustained workloads.
Capacity, Thermal Control, and Compatibility
As Samsung’s first NVMe SSD with up to 8TB of capacity, the drive is a vital component for projects that cannot be constrained by storage limits, making it indispensable for professional editing and data hoarding.
The 8TB model is available in two versions, both utilising the M.2 (2280) form factor: with and without an integrated heatsink. The heatsink version features a slim 11.25mm profile to provide effective thermal management, ensuring sustained speed during heavy operation. Furthermore, this heatsink model meets the M.2 SSD requirements for PlayStation 5 consoles, making it a versatile storage upgrade for console gaming enthusiasts as well. All models are supported by Samsung Magician software, providing essential utilities for data migration, drive health monitoring, and firmware updates.
Pricing & Availability
The Samsung 9100 PRO 8TB SSD is now available in Malaysia.
The recommended retail prices (RRP) for the 8TB models are as follows:
- 9100 PRO (without Heatsink): MYR 4,239
- 9100 PRO with Heatsink: MYR 4,269
Both versions can be purchased through the Samsung Online Store, the Samsung Official Store on Lazada and Shopee, and authorized retailers. The drives are covered by a 5-year Limited Warranty or a 4,800 Total Bytes Written (TBW) Limited Warranty.
