80

MP700 PRO 2TB SSD

PCIe 5.0 x4 · M.2 2280 · 2TB · TLC

$230

MSRP

63

X9 Pro 2TB

USB 3.2 Gen 2 · Portable · 2TB

$140

MSRP

Our verdict

The MP700 PRO 2TB SSD takes the performance lead with a 27% higher overall score, driven by its more shader cores, more of memory, and higher TFLOPS of compute power. In gaming benchmarks at 1440p, it delivers roughly 0% more frames per second across demanding titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and Alan Wake 2.

However, the X9 Pro 2TB tells a compelling value story. At $140 versus the MP700 PRO 2TB SSD's $230 price tag, it costs 64% less while delivering performance that's only 27% behind. Its of memory is still more than enough for 1440p and even 4K gaming in most titles.

Our recommendation: for the majority of gamers targeting 1440p or even 4K with upscaling enabled, the X9 Pro 2TB is the smarter purchase. The MP700 PRO 2TB SSD only makes sense if you need the absolute maximum performance for native 4K ray tracing, professional 3D rendering, or AI workloads where the extra VRAM and compute power provide a tangible advantage.

Performance winner

MP700 PRO 2TB SSD

27% faster overall

Best value for money

X9 Pro 2TB

20% better value per dollar

MP700 PRO 2TB SSD best for

Raw performance

27% faster overall

Endurance

Endurance TBW
1,400 TB
800 TB
Warranty
5 years
3 years

Performance

Sequential Read
14,000 MB/s
1,050 MB/s
Sequential Write
12,000 MB/s
1,000 MB/s
Random Read 4K IOPS
1,700,000 IOPS
64,000 IOPS
Random Write 4K IOPS
1,500,000 IOPS
54,000 IOPS

Power

Active Power
10.0W
2.5W

Storage

Capacity
2,048 GB
2,048 GB
Interface
PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Form Factor
M.2 2280
Portable
NAND Type
TLC
TLC
Controller
Phison E26
Micron Custom
DRAM Cache
Yes
No

Value

Price per TB
$115/TB
$70/TB

Frequently asked questions

Is the MP700 PRO 2TB SSD worth $90 more than the X9 Pro 2TB?

It depends on your needs. The MP700 PRO 2TB SSD scores 80 overall vs 63 for the X9 Pro 2TB. If you need the extra performance for demanding tasks, the premium is justified. For most users gaming at 1440p or below, the X9 Pro 2TB offers better value.

Which GPU is better for 1440p gaming, the MP700 PRO 2TB SSD or X9 Pro 2TB?

The MP700 PRO 2TB SSD delivers higher frame rates at 1440p, but both GPUs handle 1440p gaming well. The MP700 PRO 2TB SSD provides more headroom for ray tracing and future titles, while the X9 Pro 2TB still maintains smooth gameplay in current games.

Can the X9 Pro 2TB handle 4K gaming?

The X9 Pro 2TB can handle 4K gaming in less demanding titles and with upscaling technologies like DLSS or FSR. For native 4K at ultra settings in demanding games, the MP700 PRO 2TB SSD is the better choice with its higher performance ceiling.

Which should I buy, the MP700 PRO 2TB SSD or X9 Pro 2TB?

Choose the X9 Pro 2TB if you want the best value for money and primarily game at 1080p or 1440p. Choose the MP700 PRO 2TB SSD if you need maximum performance, play at 4K, or do professional workloads like video editing and 3D rendering.

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