Between the 990 PRO 2TB and Platinum P51 2TB, the 990 PRO 2TB comes out ahead in several specs, while the Platinum P51 2TB wins on sequential read and sequential write. Overall, the 990 PRO 2TB scores 70.1 and the Platinum P51 2TB scores 89.8 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The Platinum P51 2TB is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 19.7 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.
The 990 PRO 2TB doesn't pull ahead on any single popular-comparison spec — its strengths sit in the spec table groups rather than the headline advantages.
Pick the Platinum P51 2TB if you care most about sequential read and sequential write. Its strongest claims are sequential read, sequential write, interface.
Both ship with comparable capacity, endurance (tbw), so those specs don't separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the Platinum P51 2TB is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why Samsung - 990 PRO 2TB wins
- No decisive advantages.
Why SK hynix - Platinum P51 2TB wins
- ▲Sequential read — 97.32% more. 14700 MB/s vs 7450 MB/s.
- ▲Sequential write — 94.20% more. 13400 MB/s vs 6900 MB/s.
- ▲Interface: PCIe 5.0 x4 (vs PCIe 4.0 x4).
Spec comparison
Capacity
| Spec | Samsung - 990 PRO 2TB | SK hynix - Platinum P51 2TB |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 2000 GB | 2000 GB |
Performance
| Spec | Samsung - 990 PRO 2TB | SK hynix - Platinum P51 2TB |
|---|---|---|
| Sequential read | 7450 MB/s | 14700 MB/slead |
| Sequential write | 6900 MB/s | 13400 MB/slead |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 | PCIe 5.0 x4lead |
| Form factor | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 |
Endurance
| Spec | Samsung - 990 PRO 2TB | SK hynix - Platinum P51 2TB |
|---|---|---|
| Endurance (TBW)ⓘ | 1200 | 1200 |
| Warranty | 5 yrs | 5 yrs |
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