Samsung 980 Pro Fake SSD Out in Asian Markets
The Samsung 980 Pro SSD is becoming a popular choice for gamers and PC builders looking for high speed and performance. However, it was recently revealed that there are several fake Samsung 980 Pro SSDs installed on gaming PCs in the Asian market. This fake SSD mimics the firmware and the name of the Samsung 980 Pro SSD storage device, but actually offers much lower performance than Samsung advertised.
Proof of Fake Samsung 980 Pro
A user on Baidu Forums shares images and screenshots of what he thinks is the Samsung 980 Pro SSD from Samsung. It turned out that, after further investigation, the SSD was a fake SSD. The firmware and storage device names have been manipulated to display as Samsung 980 Pro SSDs, but actually offer much lower read and write speeds. This fake SSD is only able to reach about 4.8 Gb/s read and 4.4 Gb/s write, far below the speed of 7.0 Gb/s and 5.1 Gb/s (read / write) produced by the original 980 Pro.
Samsung 980 Pro Fake Ssd Identification
It is difficult to identify whether the Samsung 980 Pro SSD you purchased is genuine or fake if you buy it in a pre-built PC. One way to confirm whether the SSD you purchased is genuine is to run a benchmark test and compare the results with the speed advertised by Samsung for its Samsung 980 Pro SSD. If the speed is not appropriate, then most likely the SSD is fake. The Samsung 980 Pro fake SSD also has stickers that are properly labeled from the Samsung 980 Pro 2 TB device, but under the stickers everything is wrong. The controller on this fake SSD has the Maxio brand which is produced in China. However, Samsung produces the controller completely at its own fabrication facility in South Korea. In addition, the Maxio “MAP1602-I” drive mentioned here is equipped with a DRAM-less design but supports the PCIe Gen 4 NVMe 2.0 standard.
How to Prevent Buying Fake Samsung 980 Pro Ssd
To prevent buying counterfeit goods, be sure to buy from a trusted seller and check the authenticity of the SSD carefully. You can also do some research on the SSD before buying it. This will help you ensure that the Samsung 980 Pro SSD you purchased is genuine and meets your performance needs.
Conclusion
The Samsung 980 Pro fake SSD has been found in the Asian market. This is a serious threat to gamers and PC builders looking for high performance SSDs. Ensure that the SSD you buy is genuine and comes from a trusted store or directly from Samsung. Don’t buy from untrusted stores because you can get fake SSDs that are far from the original performance.
Also, make sure that you check the SSD carefully before installing it on your PC. Check label stickers, controllers, firmware, and SSD read/write speed to ensure the authenticity of the product. If you have doubts about the authenticity of the SSD you purchased, immediately report the matter to the authorities or to Samsung so that quick action can be taken.
In conclusion, don’t be fooled by low prices and lucrative offers. The Samsung 980 Pro fake SSD is roaming the market and can endanger the performance of your gaming PC. Make sure that you buy an SSD from a trusted source and check carefully before installing it on your PC.
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