Top-tier Solid State Drives of 2025

In the world of technology, Solid State Drives (SSDs) have become a crucial component for computers and gaming consoles. Here's a round-up of some of the latest SSDs available in the market, each with its unique features and specifications.

The WD_Black SN8100 stands out as the fastest consumer SSD currently out there, offering read/write speeds of up to 14,900MB/s and 14,000MB/s respectively in the 2TB variant. However, its high price point of 4TB makes it an overkill for casual users. The WD_Black SN8100 comes in two capacities: 1TB and 2TB, and it comes with a 5-year limited warranty.

The Samsung 990 Pro is another impressive SSD, offering read/write speeds of up to 7,450MB/s and 6,900mb/s respectively. It comes in three capacities: 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB. The standout feature of the Samsung 990 Pro is its built-in heatsink, but it's not compatible with the PlayStation 5 due to its high performance and impractical heatsink.

The Lexar NM790 is a PCIe 4.0 SSD that offers read/write speeds of up to 7,400MB/s and 6,500MB/s respectively. It's compatible with the PlayStation 5 and is available in capacities ranging from 1TB to 8TB. The Lexar NM790 comes with a pre-installed heatsink, but a less expensive variant without a heatsink is also available.

The Corsair MP700 Elite is a PCIe 5.0 SSD, offering faster data transfers, reaching up to 10,000MB/s. It comes in two variants: 1TB and 2TB, with a price of $108 and $179 respectively. However, its real-world gains over PCIe 4.0 drives are reportedly small.

The Western Digital WD Blue SN5000 offers speeds up to 5,000MB/s and supports the PCIe 4.0 specification. It's available in capacities from 500GB to 4TB. The Western Digital WD Blue SN5000 is a suitable choice for most gamers and professionals.

Lastly, the Crucial P3 offers solid read/write speeds of up to 3,500MB/s, making it a suitable option for most users. It's a PCIe 3.0 SSD with a DRAM-less design, available in capacities ranging from 500GB to 4TB.

Looking ahead, the fastest SSD expected to hit the market in 2025 is the Samsung 9100 Pro, featuring PCIe 5.0 with read speeds close to 15 GB/s and write speeds around 13.8 GB/s.