Between the MP700 PRO 2TB and 990 PRO 2TB, the MP700 PRO 2TB comes out ahead in sequential write and sequential read, while the 990 PRO 2TB wins on several specs. Overall, the MP700 PRO 2TB scores 85.6 and the 990 PRO 2TB scores 70.1 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The MP700 PRO 2TB is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 15.5 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
Pick the MP700 PRO 2TB if you care most about sequential write and sequential read. The biggest gaps in its favor are sequential write, sequential read, interface.
The 990 PRO 2TB similarly doesn't carry a headline advantage on the popular specs — look at the full table for category-specific deltas.
Both ship with comparable capacity, endurance (tbw), so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the MP700 PRO 2TB is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why Corsair - MP700 PRO 2TB wins
- ▲Sequential write — 71.01% more. 11800 MB/s vs 6900 MB/s.
- ▲Sequential read — 66.44% more. 12400 MB/s vs 7450 MB/s.
- ▲Interface: PCIe 5.0 x4 (vs PCIe 4.0 x4).
Why Samsung - 990 PRO 2TB wins
- No decisive advantages.
Spec comparison
Capacity
| Spec | Corsair - MP700 PRO 2TB | Samsung - 990 PRO 2TB |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 2000 GB | 2000 GB |
Performance
| Spec | Corsair - MP700 PRO 2TB | Samsung - 990 PRO 2TB |
|---|---|---|
| Sequential read | 12400 MB/slead | 7450 MB/s |
| Sequential write | 11800 MB/slead | 6900 MB/s |
| Interface | PCIe 5.0 x4lead | PCIe 4.0 x4 |
| Form factor | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 |
Endurance
| Spec | Corsair - MP700 PRO 2TB | Samsung - 990 PRO 2TB |
|---|---|---|
| Endurance (TBW)ⓘ | 1200 | 1200 |
| Warranty | 5 yrs | 5 yrs |
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