[SOLVED] Whats the difference between the Samsung 970 Evo and 970 Pro Version that makes the Pro cost almost 2x more?

[SeriousGaming101]

I am looking to add a NVME storage to my new Z390 motherboard:
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813144214&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=11552995&PID=6361382&SID=tomshardware-7216103770196940376

I am debating about whether I should get the Samsung 970 Evo or 970 Pro:

970 Evo only $230
https://www.samsung.com/us/computing/memory-storage/solid-state-drives/ssd-970-evo-nvme-m-2-1tb-mz-v7e1t0bw/
970 Pro cost almost double at $380
https://www.samsung.com/us/computing/memory-storage/solid-state-drives/ssd-970-pro-nvme-m2-1tb-mz-v7p1t0bw/

What is the difference between the 2 that makes the Pro cost almost double? I can only see that the Pro has a 100MB/s faster Read speed and 200MB/s faster write speed.

 

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The Pro version has higher endurance, usually from a combination of using higher over-provisioning and using lower density NAND. More lower density chips is likely the main reason for the Pro's higher performance too.

 

[USAFRet]

I am looking to add a NVME storage to my new Z390 motherboard:
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813144214&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=11552995&PID=6361382&SID=tomshardware-7216103770196940376

I am debating about whether I should get the Samsung 970 Evo or 970 Pro:

970 Evo only $230
https://www.samsung.com/us/computing/memory-storage/solid-state-drives/ssd-970-evo-nvme-m-2-1tb-mz-v7e1t0bw/
970 Pro cost almost double at $380
https://www.samsung.com/us/computing/memory-storage/solid-state-drives/ssd-970-pro-nvme-m2-1tb-mz-v7p1t0bw/

What is the difference between the 2 that makes the Pro cost almost double? I can only see that the Pro has a 100MB/s faster Read speed and 200MB/s faster write speed.

As you note, slightly faster speed.
But also, faster sustained speed.
MLC vs TLC NAND.
Also, the Pro has a longer warranty.

When copy large amounts of data, the EVO speed will drop down. The Pro should sustain better throughout.

https://hothardware.com/reviews/samsung-ssd-970-evo-and-pro-review?page=6
https://www.custompcguide.net/review-and-comparison-samsung-960-pro-evo-versus-950-pro-and-850-series/
https://www.anandtech.com/show/12674/samsung-announces-970-pro-and-970-evo-nvme-ssds

However...they are both blindingly fast.
Unless that bit of difference is actually costing you $$ (real money at work), don't bother.

 

[USAFRet]

Main question:
What do you use this system for?
What other drives are in this system?

For a LOT of people, NVMe is often a poor choice over a SATA III SSD.

 

[bootcher]

The Pro versions have better endurance, they are backed by a double amount of terrabytes written warranty, for example 600 TBW on the 512gb Pro, against a 300 TBW on the 'regular' EVO 970 (both have 5 year warranty).
If you're not a professional heavy user that can justify this difference the 'regular' 970 EVO should be the right choice, but if you somehow manage to write over 160gb everyday day (which is what you need to reach 300TBW in 5 years), you might consider the pro version.

 

[karenjoly]

That price comparison shows the manufacturer's price list, always much higher than retail, which gives the Pro a 65 % premium. Recently they were on a sale here showing a 15 % difference, $200/ 500GB and $230/512GB.