PC Games Hardware - Samsung's New PCIe 5.0 SSD Revolutionizes Gaming Performance
Samsung Enters the PCIe 5.0 Gaming Arena
PC games hardware enthusiasts can celebrate the arrival of Samsung's PM9E1 PCIe 5.0 gaming SSD, promising a seismic shift in gaming storage technology. This revolutionary drive has been designed to offer unprecedented speeds of up to 14.5GB/s while utilizing a new in-house controller built on a 5nm process.
High Performance Meets Efficiency
Equipped with a sequential read speed matching the 2TB Crucial T705, as well as a write speed of 13GB/s, the PM9E1 not only competes with but potentially surpasses its competitors. Designed for demanding workloads such as gaming, this device is set to improve battery life by over 50% compared to previous SSD models.
- Supports capacities from 512GB to 4TB.
- Utilizes 8th-gen 3D V-NAND technology.
- Aimed primarily at OEMs for prebuilt systems.
The Future of Gaming Storage
While Samsung's PM9E1 is yet to provide temperature specifications, the [opportunity for a future consumer-facing PCIe 5.0 product is clear]. With prominent rivals such as Corsair and Crucial already in the market, it's an exciting time for PC games hardware enthusiasts looking for the latest in storage advancements.
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