Hey everyone! I'm currently using an SPCC M.2 SSD with 128GB of storage, and my PC is feeling pretty sluggish lately. I'm looking to upgrade with a new SSD and I've narrowed it down to two options that fit my budget: the Patriot P300 512GB and the ADATA Legend 710 512GB. My setup includes an i5 9400f processor, a GTX 1650 graphics card, and a Gigabyte B365M D3H motherboard. I mainly use my PC for basic tasks and a bit of gaming. Which SSD would be the better choice for my needs?
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Be cautious with the Legend 710; it uses QLC flash which might slow down over time and has a lower TBW rating. You'll likely be happier with the P300 long-term. You might also want to check out the TeamGroup MP33 or MP44L if you can find them!
I'd say go for the ADATA Legend 710! It's a solid budget option and since your motherboard supports PCIe Gen 3, you won't really notice a performance difference between the P300 and the Legend 710 in real-world scenarios. Just make sure to keep it from getting too full; maybe use it for your OS and a couple of key games, and consider adding a larger SATA SSD for additional storage.
Honestly, just grab whichever is cheaper! Both should do fine for your setup, depending on your budget.
I’m a big fan of Samsung SSDs! They’ve been super reliable for me, and even though some think they’re a bit pricey, the performance you get is worth it. I've had my Samsung NVMe 500GB for 9 years without any issues, still runs like a champ! That said, for a boot drive in simpler setups, you might not need to splurge on one.
Absolutely, Samsung is usually more expensive, but they do have a track record of reliability.
If you're not at capacity with your current SSD, upgrading might not make much difference in performance. Just a thought if you're just looking for a boost.
Yeah, Samsung SSDs are great for reliability, but for basic use, sometimes a cheaper option is just fine. My QLC SSD is working well, but it hasn't been driven hard. Just make sure you're getting what you need for your use case.