Samsung launches 9100 PRO SSD with PCIe 5.0 support –

Samsung has unveiled its new 9100 PRO SSD, featuring PCIe 5.0 support and significant performance improvements for both professional users and gamers. Designed to handle demanding multitasking and data-intensive tasks, this SSD is ideal for creators working with AI-based content and gaming enthusiasts looking for better performance. The 9100 PRO is available in four storage capacities: 1TB, 2TB, 4TB and 8TB. The first three models will be available worldwide starting March 18, 2025, and the 8TB version will be launched in the second half of 2025.

With the PCIe 5.0 interface, the SSD doubles the speed compared to the previous PCIe 4.0 generation. The 9100 PRO delivers sequential read speeds up to 14,800 MB/s and write speeds up to 13,400 MB/s, providing a performance improvement of up to 99% over its predecessor, the 990 PRO. Random read and write speeds have also been improved, up to 2,200K and 2,600K IOPS, respectively

Despite these higher speeds, power consumption has been optimized, with an efficiency improvement of 49% over previous models thanks to advanced thermal solutions. To prevent overheating, the 1TB to 4TB models feature a slim 8.8mm heatsink that complies with PCI-SIG D8 standards. The 8TB version includes an 11.25 mm heatsink, Samsung’s first consumer-grade NVMe SSD of this capacity, offering expanded capabilities for game development and content creation.

The 9100 PRO is compatible with a variety of devices, including laptops, desktops and gaming consoles, allowing easy upgrades in both performance and storage capacity. In addition, the SSD is supported by Samsung Magician software, which provides optimization tools for data transfer, protection, device status monitoring and rapid firmware updates.