Samsung 990 Pro against WD Black SN8100
WD Black SN8100 leads on the overall index. Typical prices, not live ones.
The verdict
- The WD Black SN8100 scores 7% higher on the ScoutSpecs index.
- The WD Black SN8100 typically costs $100 less.
- Per dollar, the WD Black SN8100 is the better buy: 42.4 points per $100 against 27.7.
Head to head
| Measure | Samsung 990 Pro | WD Black SN8100 | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spec score | 91 | 97 | 6 ptsright |
| Value, points per $100 | 27.7 | 42.4 | 53%right |
| Typical price | $329 | $229 | $100right |
| Capacity | 4000 GB | 2000 GB | 100%left |
| Sequential read | 7450 MB/s | 14900 MB/s | 100%right |
| Sequential write | 6900 MB/s | 14000 MB/s | 103%right |
Specifications
| Spec | Samsung 990 Pro | WD Black SN8100 |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | NVMe PCIe 4.0 | NVMe PCIe 5.0 |
| Capacity | 4 TB | 2 TB |
| Sequential read | 7,450 MB/s | 14,900 MB/s |
| Sequential write | 6,900 MB/s | 14,000 MB/s |
| DRAM cache | Yes | Yes |
| Brand | Samsung | Western Digital |
| Released | 2023 | 2025 |
| Typical price | $329 | $229 |