Between the 9100 PRO 2TB and Blue SN5000 2TB, the 9100 PRO 2TB comes out ahead in sequential read and sequential write, while the Blue SN5000 2TB wins on several specs. Overall, the 9100 PRO 2TB scores 89.8 and the Blue SN5000 2TB scores 63.8 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The 9100 PRO 2TB is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 26.0 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, endurance (tbw), among others.
The Blue SN5000 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, 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 — 169.09% more. 14800 MB/s vs 5500 MB/s.
- ▲Sequential write — 168.00% more. 13400 MB/s vs 5000 MB/s.
- ▲Endurance (TBW) — 33.33% more. 1200 vs 900.
- ▲Interface: PCIe 5.0 x4 (vs PCIe 4.0 x4).
Why WD - Blue SN5000 2TB wins
- No decisive advantages.
Spec comparison
Capacity
| Spec | Samsung - 9100 PRO 2TB | WD - Blue SN5000 2TB |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 2000 GB | 2000 GB |
Performance
| Spec | Samsung - 9100 PRO 2TB | WD - Blue SN5000 2TB |
|---|---|---|
| Sequential read | 14800 MB/slead | 5500 MB/s |
| Sequential write | 13400 MB/slead | 5000 MB/s |
| Interface | PCIe 5.0 x4lead | PCIe 4.0 x4 |
| Form factor | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 |
Endurance
| Spec | Samsung - 9100 PRO 2TB | WD - Blue SN5000 2TB |
|---|---|---|
| Endurance (TBW)ⓘ | 1200lead | 900 |
| Warranty | 5 yrs | 5 yrs |
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