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SAMSUNG

SAMSUNG 970 EVO PLUS MZ-V7S500B/AM 500GB internal SSD

SKU CH-RG76-7AFTM MPN MZ-V7S500B/AM

M.2 2280 internal SSD with 500GB capacity, PCIe Gen 3.0 x4 NVMe 1.3 interface, up to 3500 MBps read and 3200 MBps write speeds, and AES 256-bit encryption

  • Total capacity500 GB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 3,500 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 3,200 MB/s
  • Interface typePCIe Gen 3.0 x4, NVMe 1.3
  • Form factorM.2 2280
  • Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)

Capacity 500GB

  • Speeds up to 3500 MB/s sequential read
  • Writes up to 3200 MB/s sequential write
  • Handles 480000 IOPS random read at QD32
  • Achieves 550000 IOPS random write at QD32
  • Secures data with AES 256-bit encryption

970 EVO Plus 500GB NVMe SSD

The Samsung 970 EVO Plus MZ-V7S500B/AM is a 500GB internal solid state drive built on the M.2 2280 form factor. It connects through a PCIe Gen 3.0 x4 interface using the NVMe 1.3 protocol. The drive targets enthusiasts, high-end gamers and 4K or 3D content designers who need responsive storage for demanding workloads.

500GB capacity with 300 TBW endurance

V-NAND 3-bit MLC memory and a Samsung Phoenix controller deliver sequential reads up to 3500 MBps and writes up to 3200 MBps. Random read reaches 480,000 IOPS at QD32 and 19,000 IOPS at QD1. Random write hits 550,000 IOPS at QD32 and 60,000 IOPS at QD1. A 512MB Low Power DDR4 cache absorbs burst writes before the native TLC media becomes the bottleneck.

Thermal guard and AES 256-bit encryption

Dynamic Thermal Guard monitors temperature and throttles performance to stay within the 0 to 70 °C operating window. The controller manages heat without an external heatsink. AES 256-bit hardware encryption meets TCG Opal and IEEE 1667 standards. MTBF is rated at 1,500,000 hours.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Internal NVMe & SATA SSDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $67.99
Cheaper than about 83% of the 1,994 comparable items (median $180.49).
Total capacity 500 GB
Lower than about 70% of the 1,368 comparable items (median 1 TB).
Sequential read speed Up to 3,500 MB/s
Higher than about 60% of the 1,180 comparable items (median 2,400 MB/s).
Price per TB $135.98 per TB
Cheaper than about 64% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSAMSUNG
Product line970 EVO PLUS
Model nameMZ-V7S500B/AM
Part numberMZ-V7S500B/AM
Total capacity500 GB
Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Intended useConsumer
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 3,500 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 3,200 MB/s
Random read (4K)QD32: Up to 480,000 IOPS
QD1: Up to 19,000 IOPS
Random write (4K)QD32: Up to 550,000 IOPS
QD1: Up to 60,000 IOPS
Storage
NAND flash typeV-NAND 3-bit MLC
Controller chipSamsung Phoenix
Cache memorySamsung 512 MB Low Power DDR4 SDRAM
Data encryptionAES 256-bit Encryption (Class 0)
TCG/Opal IEEE1667 (Encrypted drive)
Connectivity
Connection protocolNVMe 1.3
Ports & slots
Interface typePCIe Gen 3.0 x4, NVMe 1.3
Power
Idle power drawMax. 30 mW
Active power drawAverage: 5.8 W
Maximum: 9 W (Burst mode)
Size & build
Form factorM.2 2280
Overall height2.38 mm
Overall width22.15 mm
Product depth80.15 mm
Product weight8g
Shipping weight0.07 kg
Package size142 × 98 × 23 mm
Environment & compliance
Operating temperature range0 °C to 70 °C
Max shock tolerance1,500G & 0.5 ms (Half sine)
More details
Mean time between failures1,500,000 h

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Questions about this item

Will the M.2 2280 PCIe Gen 3.0 x4 NVMe 1.3 interface work on my older motherboard that only has an M.2 slot with PCIe Gen 2.0?

Yes, the drive is backward compatible and will operate at PCIe Gen 2.0 speeds in that slot, though sequential read and write performance will be limited to the bandwidth of Gen 2.0 rather than the rated 3500 MB/s and 3200 MB/s.

How can I verify the Samsung Phoenix controller and 512MB DDR4 cache are active after installation?

Open Samsung Magician software; the drive dashboard displays the controller model, firmware version, and confirms the 512 MB Low Power DDR4 cache is detected and enabled.

Does the MZ-V7S500B/AM package include a heatsink or mounting screw, or must I buy them separately?

The box contains only the bare M.2 2280 SSD; a motherboard standoff screw and any aftermarket heatsink must be sourced separately.

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