77

Rocket 4 Plus 2TB SSD

PCIe 4.0 x4 · M.2 2280 · 2TB · TLC

$140

MSRP

80

SN770 1TB SSD

PCIe 4.0 x4 · M.2 2280 · 1TB · TLC

$65

MSRP

Our verdict

The SN770 1TB SSD takes the performance lead with a 4% 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 SN770 1TB SSD tells a compelling value story. At $65 versus the Rocket 4 Plus 2TB SSD's $140 price tag, it costs 115% less while delivering performance that's only 4% 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 SN770 1TB SSD is the smarter purchase. The Rocket 4 Plus 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

SN770 1TB SSD

4% faster overall

Best value for money

SN770 1TB SSD

18% better value per dollar

Rocket 4 Plus 2TB SSD best for

Raw performance

18% better value per dollar

Endurance

Endurance TBW
1,400 TB
600 TB
Warranty
5 years
5 years

Performance

Sequential Read
7,100 MB/s
5,150 MB/s
Sequential Write
6,600 MB/s
4,900 MB/s
Random Read 4K IOPS
1,000,000 IOPS
740,000 IOPS
Random Write 4K IOPS
900,000 IOPS
650,000 IOPS

Power

Active Power
5.5W
3.5W

Storage

Capacity
2,048 GB
1,024 GB
Interface
PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe
PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe
Form Factor
M.2 2280
M.2 2280
NAND Type
TLC
TLC
Controller
Phison E18
WD Custom
DRAM Cache
Yes
HMB

Value

Price per TB
$70/TB
$65/TB

Frequently asked questions

Is the Rocket 4 Plus 2TB SSD worth $75 more than the SN770 1TB SSD?

It depends on your needs. The Rocket 4 Plus 2TB SSD scores 80 overall vs 77 for the SN770 1TB SSD. If you need the extra performance for demanding tasks, the premium is justified. For most users gaming at 1440p or below, the SN770 1TB SSD offers better value.

Which GPU is better for 1440p gaming, the Rocket 4 Plus 2TB SSD or SN770 1TB SSD?

The SN770 1TB SSD delivers higher frame rates at 1440p, but both GPUs handle 1440p gaming well. The SN770 1TB SSD provides more headroom for ray tracing and future titles, while the Rocket 4 Plus 2TB SSD still maintains smooth gameplay in current games.

Can the Rocket 4 Plus 2TB SSD handle 4K gaming?

The Rocket 4 Plus 2TB SSD 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 SN770 1TB SSD is the better choice with its higher performance ceiling.

Which should I buy, the Rocket 4 Plus 2TB SSD or SN770 1TB SSD?

Choose the SN770 1TB SSD if you want the best value for money and primarily game at 1080p or 1440p. Choose the Rocket 4 Plus 2TB SSD if you need maximum performance, play at 4K, or do professional workloads like video editing and 3D rendering.

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