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Samsung 980 1TB

A straightforward NVMe capacity step for a Gen3-era system

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The decision

The 980 1TB is a reasonable comparison for an older system with a suitable NVMe connection or a modest desktop where capacity matters more than a newer interface generation. It doubles the space of the 500 GB option without changing the installation format. Compare newer 1 TB and 2 TB drives at actual delivered prices; the catalog does not establish that older stock is cheaper.

Consider it when

  • A supported Gen3 NVMe desktop whose working files fit comfortably within 1 TB.

Look again when

  • The machine only supports SATA M.2 or your storage growth already calls for 2 TB.

The checks that can change your choice

Confirm MZ-V8V1T0BW and PCIe NVMe support

This is the non-PRO 980 with an M.2 2280 body and PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe interface. A physically fitting SATA-only M.2 socket will not provide the required protocol. Check lane sharing before moving an existing drive or installing the replacement.

Plan migration and recovery

Keep a separate verified backup before cloning, formatting or changing a boot drive. Check the firmware and installation guidance for the exact model. Published capacity uses decimal units; formatting, the operating system and your applications leave less space available for files.

Published specifications

1 TB; M.2 2280; PCIe 3.0 x4, NVMe 1.4; without an integrated heatsink; MZ-V8V1T0BW.

BrandSamsung
Exact model980 1TB
SKU / part numberMZ-V8V1T0BW
Form factorM.2 2280
Capacity1000 GB
Storage connectionPCIe 3.0 x4, NVMe 1.4

Capacity is manufacturer decimal capacity. Check the exact SKU, M.2 slot protocol, lane sharing and cooling requirements; regional availability is not guaranteed.

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A different choice worth checking

Samsung 980 500GBThe 980 500GB can fit a modest operating-system and application installation, especially when larger files already live on another drive. Its capacity deserves more attention than its model family: a few large games or project caches can make 500 GB inconvenient. Compare the 1 TB version before choosing a smaller drive solely to minimize the first purchase.Read this model’s tradeoffs ↗Kingston NV3 1TB (2280)The NV3 1TB is a comparison point for an ordinary desktop that needs more room than a small boot SSD provides. Select it by the exact capacity, form factor and support terms rather than expecting every NV3 size to behave identically. For large repeated writes or professional working storage, check workload-relevant evidence instead of using the Gen4 label as a complete performance assessment.Read this model’s tradeoffs ↗Crucial T500 1TBThe T500 1TB is a useful comparison with other Gen4 boot and working drives when the capacity is sufficient. It is more important to leave room for active files and updates than to choose a particular premium family. If the intended library is already near 1 TB, compare the T500 2TB or another larger drive before spending on a specification that cannot solve the space shortage.Read this model’s tradeoffs ↗

These alternatives address related choices. Recheck their platform, connections and fit before treating one as a replacement.

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