Samsung PM9A1 256GB M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD

The Samsung PM9A1 is an internal solid-state drive engineered for performance computing applications, specifically targeting workstations and high-end consumer systems. This model utilizes the compact M.2 2280 form factor and connects via a PCIe Gen4 x4 interface, leveraging NVMe 1.4 specifications for high-throughput data transfer. The drive incorporates TLC NAND flash managed by the Samsung Elpis controller, aiming to provide a solid balance of speed and operational longevity.

Sequential reading performance peaks at 6400 MB/s, while sequential writing performance reaches 2700 MB/s, enabling accelerated system responsiveness and fast loading of intensive applications. For data security, the PM9A1 features hardware encryption and TCG Opal security algorithms, alongside end-to-end data protection and Enhanced Power Loss Data Protection technology. The design maintains efficiency through low idle power consumption and support for the DEVSLP device sleep standard, ensuring suitability for both desktop and laptop deployments.

• Storage capacity of 256 GB
• M.2 2280 form factor
• PCIe 4.0 x4 interface utilizing NVMe 1.4
• Sequential read speed up to 6400 MB/s
• Sequential write speed up to 2700 MB/s
• Integrated Samsung Elpis controller and TLC NAND
• Supports TCG Opal hardware encryption
• Mean time between failures (MTBF) of 1,600,000 hours
• Enhanced Power Loss Data Protection supported