Samsung SSD 870 EVO SATA III 2.5” 2TB, Read Speeds Up to

The 870 EVO 2.5-inch SATA internal solid state drive provides 2TB of high-capacity storage for desktop PCs, network attached storage, and video setups. Designed to replace aging hard drives or expand existing systems, it delivers dependable performance for everything from routine office work to heavy data tasks.

Performance reaches the peak of the SATA interface, delivering sequential read speeds up to 560 MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 530 MB/s. An expanded variable buffer helps maintain these accelerated write speeds during prolonged transfers, which is vital when moving massive media files or handling 8K video processing workflows.

Reliability and security are central to the drive. It features an endurance rating of up to 2,400 Terabytes Written (TBW) and offers strong physical durability with shock resistance rated at 1,500 G and 0.5 ms. Security features include Class 0 (AES 256), TCG/Opal v2.0, and MS eDrive (IEEE1667) hardware encryption to keep sensitive data protected.

Because it operates over the SATA 6GB/s interface, maximum speeds are naturally capped by SATA bandwidth limits, though it remains backward compatible with SATA 3GB/s and 1.5GB/s connections. The physical 2.5-inch form factor also means your system must have an available drive bay and SATA connection ready for installation.

Verdict: The 870 EVO 2TB is an excellent upgrade for PC builders, NAS owners, and creative editors who need high-capacity SATA storage with top-tier endurance and hardware encryption. It provides dependable performance across a wide variety of hardware setups.

• Capacity: 2TB
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch
• Interface: SATA 6GB/s (compatible with SATA 3GB/s and SATA 1.5GB/s)
• Sequential Read Speed: Up to 560 MB/s
• Sequential Write Speed: Up to 530 MB/s
• Endurance: Up to 2,400 TBW
• Encryption: Class 0 (AES 256), TCG/Opal v2.0, MS eDrive (IEEE1667)
• Shock Resistance: 1,500 G & 0.5 ms (Half sine)
• Supported Platform: PC

A great fit if you:

• Need up to 2TB of responsive internal storage for a PC or compatible NAS.
• Edit high-resolution media like 8K video and require high write endurance up to 2,400 TBW.
• Want hardware-level data protection using AES 256 or Opal encryption standards.
• Are upgrading older equipment that relies on SATA 1.5GB/s, 3GB/s, or 6GB/s connections.

Consider something else if you:

• Have a compact computer that lacks space or mounting for a 2.5-inch drive.
• Require data transfer speeds that exceed standard SATA interface limits.

What are the maximum read and write speeds of this drive?
The 870 EVO reaches sequential read speeds of up to 560 MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 530 MB/s on a SATA 6GB/s interface.

Will this SSD work with older SATA ports?
Yes. While it runs at full speed on SATA 6GB/s connections, it is fully backward compatible with SATA 3GB/s and SATA 1.5GB/s interfaces.

What hardware platforms and devices support this drive?
It is listed for PC platforms and has been tested for compatibility across motherboards, chipsets, NAS devices, and video recording equipment.

What security features are included?
The drive supports Class 0 (AES 256), TCG/Opal v2.0, and MS eDrive (IEEE1667) data encryption standards.