Between the 9100 PRO 2TB and FireCuda 540 2TB, the 9100 PRO 2TB comes out ahead in sequential read and sequential write, while the FireCuda 540 2TB wins on endurance (tbw). Overall, the 9100 PRO 2TB scores 89.8 and the FireCuda 540 2TB scores 79.1 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The 9100 PRO 2TB is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 10.7 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 9100 PRO 2TB if you care most about sequential read and sequential write. The biggest gaps in its favor are sequential read, sequential write.
Pick the FireCuda 540 2TB if you care most about endurance (tbw). Its strongest claims are endurance (tbw).
Both ship with comparable capacity, interface, so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the 9100 PRO 2TB is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why Samsung - 9100 PRO 2TB wins
- ▲Sequential read — 48.00% more. 14800 MB/s vs 10000 MB/s.
- ▲Sequential write — 34.00% more. 13400 MB/s vs 10000 MB/s.
Why Seagate - FireCuda 540 2TB wins
- ▲Endurance (TBW) — 66.67% more. 2000 vs 1200.
Spec comparison
Capacity
| Spec | Samsung - 9100 PRO 2TB | Seagate - FireCuda 540 2TB |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 2000 GB | 2000 GB |
Performance
| Spec | Samsung - 9100 PRO 2TB | Seagate - FireCuda 540 2TB |
|---|---|---|
| Sequential read | 14800 MB/slead | 10000 MB/s |
| Sequential write | 13400 MB/slead | 10000 MB/s |
| Interface | PCIe 5.0 x4 | PCIe 5.0 x4 |
| Form factor | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 |
Endurance
| Spec | Samsung - 9100 PRO 2TB | Seagate - FireCuda 540 2TB |
|---|---|---|
| Endurance (TBW)ⓘ | 1200 | 2000lead |
| Warranty | 5 yrs | 5 yrs |
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