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0871 244 09341TB M.2 SSDs are compact and fit straight into a compatible motherboard slot. Choose from Kingston, Crucial, MSI, Samsung and Seagate models for gaming, work or everyday storage. Compare capacity, PCIe generation and read speed to find an upgrade that suits your setup. Give your PC or laptop more space without adding a bulky drive.
A 1TB M.2 SSD gives you useful space for Windows, apps, personal files and a selection of games. If you're comparing this size with a larger drive, think about what you store now. Modern games and video files can take up space fast. A larger capacity may make sense if you don't want to remove files often. If 1TB suits your needs, it can offer a practical mix of storage and value.
An 1TB M.2 NVMe SSD uses PCIe to move data and can offer more bandwidth than SATA storage. PCIe Gen 4 drives can also work in compatible Gen 3 systems, but they'll run at Gen 3 speeds. To get full Gen 4 performance, the drive and your system need to support it. Check your motherboard or laptop manual before you buy.
M.2 describes the drive's physical form rather than its storage protocol. You'll find both SATA and NVMe technology in the wider M.2 format, although modern performance drives commonly use NVMe.
Check the drive length and slot type before fitting one. Cooling is also worth checking on faster models. Some motherboards include an M.2 heatsink, while other setups may need a separate cooling solution for demanding use.
