THE SSD YOU TRUST
The newest edition to the world’s best-selling* SATA SSD series, the Samsung 860 EVO is specially designed for mainstream PCs and laptops. Built with the latest V-NAND and a robust algorithm-based controller, and operating over SATA III host interface, this fast and reliable SSD comes in a wide range of compatible form factors and capacities to fit your storage needs and applications.
* Sources: NPD (US data from Jan. 2015 to Oct. 2017) and GfK (EU5 data from Jan. 2015 to Sep. 2017, China data from Jan. 2016 to Sep. 2017)
Enhanced Performance
Speeds are more consistent, even with heavy workloads and multi-tasks. The 860 EVO performs at sequential writes up to 520 MB/s* with Intelligent TurboWrite technology, and sequential reads up to 550 MB/s. The TurboWrite buffer size** is upgraded from 12 GB to 78 GB for faster file transfer.
* Performance may vary based on SSD’s firmware version and system hardware & configuration. Sequential write performance measurements are based on Intelligent TurboWrite technology. Sequential performance measurements based on CrystalDiskMark v.5.0.2 and IOmeter 1.1.0. The sequential write performances after Intelligent TurboWrite region are 300 MB/s for 250/500 GB and 500 MB/s for 1 TB.
Test system configuration: Intel Core i5-3550 CPU @ 3.3 GHz, DDR3 1333 MHz 4 GB, OS – Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Chipset: ASUS P8H77-V
** The TurboWrite buffer size varies based on the capacity of the SSD; 12 GB for 250 GB model, 22 GB for 500 GB model, 42 GB for 1 TB model and 78 GB for 2/4 TB.
Boosted Endurance
Safely store and render large sized 4K videos and 3D data used by the latest applications, up to 8x higher TBW (Terabytes Written)* than the previous 850 EVO. The latest V-NAND technology gives you up to 2,400 TBW.*
* Warrantied TBW for 860 EVO: 150 TBW for 250 GB model, 300 TBW for 500 GB model, 600 TBW for 1 TB model, 1,200 TBW for 2 TB model and 2,400 TBW for 4 TB model.
Smart Compatibility
Benefit from faster, more fluid communication with your host system. The refined ECC (Error Correction Code) algorithm and a new MJX controller generate higher speeds, and the improved queued trim enhances Linux compatibility. Samsung's advanced engineering makes the 860 EVO more compatible with your computing system.
Multi Form Factors
Whatever size your computer needs, there is an 860 EVO for you. Choose among the 2.5-inch size for desktop PCs and laptops, and the SATA-based M.2 (2280) or the mSATA for ultra-slim computing devices.
Samsung Magician

Samsung Magician software is designed to help you manage your SSD with a simple and intuitive user interface.

Get notifications when new firmware is released, and easily install updates for enhanced performance, stability, and compatibility.

Check your SSD's sequential and random read/write speeds, so you can maintain superb performance.

Protect data by selecting security options. The 860 EVO supports AES 256-bit hardware-based encryption and is compliant with TCG Opal and IEEE 1667.
Pros: -Solid quality (haha I made a pun) samsung ssd, as always
-Fast, more than enough speed
-$167 for 1TB, pinch me!
-Nice upgrade until I have a mobo that can support m.2 slots without using PCIE connector
Cons: SAMSUNG MAGICIAN. I mean, really samsung? Reallly? Stop being lazy with your software. I should deduct an egg for laying such an egg.
Other Thoughts: Samsung SSD is as rock solid as they come. Might not be the fastest SSD, but I hold my own in multiplayer against others folks with far more expensive rigs JUST FINE thanks.