Samsung PM961 MZ-VLW2560 256 GB NVMe 80mm Solid State Drive
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About this product
The Samsung PM961 MZ-VLW2560 is a 256 GB NVMe solid state drive in an 80mm form factor, designed for PC compatibility. This internal SSD uses the NVMe interface to deliver faster performance than traditional SATA drives. As a Samsung PM961 model, it's a component often found in pre-built systems. This particular unit is listed as used and offers 256 GB of storage, suitable for operating systems and core applications.
Our take
If you're on a very tight budget and need a basic NVMe drive for an older PC, this used Samsung PM961 might be an option. The 256GB capacity is quite small by today's standards, really only sufficient for an operating system and a few essential programs. While it does use the NVMe interface, specific performance details aren't provided, so don't expect cutting-edge speeds. The 80mm form factor is standard for M.2 slots. Given it's a used product, the significantly lower price reflects its condition and age. It's a basic NVMe upgrade if you prioritize cost over capacity or peak performance.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- NVMe interface for speed
- Compact 80mm form factor
- Samsung brand reliability
Cons
- Used product condition
- Limited 256 GB storage capacity
- Specific performance not listed
Specifications
- Brand Samsung
- Type Solid State Drive
- Interface NVMe
- Form Factor 80mm
- Model PM961
- Compatible With PC
Show all 19 specifications
- MPN
- MZ-VLW2560
- Unit Quantity
- 1
- Unit Type
- Unit
- Storage Capacity
- 256 GB
- Drive Type(s) Supported
- SSD (Solid State Drive)
- Storage Format
- HDD & SSD
- California Prop 65 Warning
- This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer.
- Item Height
- 1
- Item Length
- 3
- Item Width
- 1
- Product Type
- Solid State Drive
- Hard Drive Form Factor
- 80mm
- Product Condition
- Used
