Best NVMe SSDs
NVMe SSDs are the fastest storage available for modern PCs, delivering sequential read speeds 5–15× faster than SATA. Our picks combine the best value score, real-world performance, and endurance — ranked automatically as Amazon prices change daily.
| # | Product | Capacity | Read | Write | TBW | Warranty | Score | $/TB | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Samsung 990 Pro 2TBBest value Samsung | 2TB | 7.5 GB/s | 6.9 GB/s | 1200 TBW | 5 years | 74.2 | $75.00/TB | $141.41 | $141.41 |
| 2 |  Kingston | 1TB | 7.3 GB/s | 6.0 GB/s | 1000 TBW | 5 years | 70.8 | $89.99/TB | $88.87 | $88.87 |
| 3 |  Crucial | 1TB | 5.0 GB/s | 3.6 GB/s | 220 TBW | 5 years | 69.3 | $59.99/TB | $52.96 | $52.96 |
| 4 |  Seagate | 1TB | 7.3 GB/s | 6.9 GB/s | 1275 TBW | 5 years | 69 | $99.99/TB | $97.80 | $97.80 |
| 5 |  Samsung | 1TB | 3.5 GB/s | 3.0 GB/s | 600 TBW | 5 years | 67.9 | $64.99/TB | $68.34 | $68.34 |
| 6 | 1TB | 7.3 GB/s | 6.3 GB/s | 600 TBW | 5 years | 49.2 | $109.99/TB | $104.42 | $104.42 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best NVMe SSD in 2025?
The best NVMe SSD depends on your budget and motherboard. The Samsung 990 Pro and WD Black SN850X are top performers for PCIe 4.0, while the Crucial P3 Plus offers excellent budget value. Use the Value Score above to compare price-adjusted rankings.
Do I need PCIe 4.0 or PCIe 5.0?
PCIe 4.0 NVMe drives offer excellent real-world performance for nearly all workloads and are significantly cheaper than PCIe 5.0. PCIe 5.0 is only worth it if you regularly move very large files (100GB+) and your motherboard supports it. For gaming and everyday use, PCIe 4.0 is the sweet spot.
How long do NVMe SSDs last?
NVMe SSDs are rated by TBW (terabytes written). A 1TB drive with 600 TBW will last well over a decade under typical consumer use (writing 50–100GB per day). The endurance score in our rankings factors TBW per TB of capacity.