Samsung's newest 2TB SSD gets unexpected $100-plus discount

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A top SSD will not only boost storage but help enhance performance, something everyone can benefit from. Whether it be on PC or PS5, there's always a good reason to make the upgrade. It's just easier when you have a winning deal like this Samsung SSD at Amazon.

Less than five months after launching, the Samsung 990 Pro 2TB SSD has been slashed by 38% to a record-low price of $179.99 (opens in new tab). Usually retailing for $289.99, this is a $110 saving and is currently the new number-one release on Amazon for SSDs, proving its popularity. With read/write speeds that are 40%/55% faster than the Samsung 980 Pro (one of our absolute favorite SSDs), this is a big upgrade over its predecessor (though that 2TB model can be found for $149.99 (opens in new tab) at the moment, too). 

For further comparison, we always recommend reading up on our guide to the best SSDs for gaming, featuring the likes of WD Black, Seagate, and more. While the Samsung 990 Pro is designed specifically for PC users, it's also a great solution for anyone with a PS5. All you need to do is pick up a separate heatsink and install it – this M.2 heatsink for $9.99 (opens in new tab) at Amazon will do the job nicely. We also have a guide on how to install an M.2 SSD into a PS5 to make things easier.  

Samsung 990 Pro SSD 2TB | $289.99 $179.99 at Amazon (opens in new tab)Save $110 - Less than six months on the market and Amazon has reduced this SSD by 38%. This makes the PC and PS5-compatible (needs heatsink) SSD cheaper than ever at just under $180. It also offers a 40%/55% increased read/write speed over its predecessor.

Samsung 980 Pro SSD 2TB | $379.99 $149.99 at Amazon (opens in new tab)Save $230 - An even bigger discount has been applied to the Samsung