I'm looking to invest in the top-tier 4TB NVMe SSDs on the market, disregarding budget constraints. I've considered the Samsung 9100 Pro, WD_BLACK SN8100, and Samsung 990 Pro but I'm open to any options that might perform better. I'm not brand loyal—just looking for the best performance, reliability, and longevity.
My current setup includes an RTX 5090 GPU, a Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPU, and I'm using a MSI MEG X870E GODLIKE motherboard once I upgrade. I'll do a variety of tasks including gaming, recording, and potentially more in the future. Cooling, compatibility, and performance are essential due to the demanding nature of my requirements.
I'd like recommendations on 4TB drives that excel in real-world workloads, have strong sustained write performance, lower thermals, and higher endurance. If you've had hands-on experience with the drives I've mentioned or have suggestions for better ones, I'd love to hear your insights including any benchmarks or thermal readings.
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In real-world tasks, many PCIe 4.0 SSDs behave similarly due to the nature of most workloads not being storage-speed limited. Honestly, if you're dropping serious cash on a motherboard like yours, just go with the most expensive SSD you like—it's all about flexing a bit in this case! But remember, you're hitting diminishing returns with these high-end models.
Exactly, unless you truly need extra speed for specific applications, you might just be showcasing investment!