870 EVO 1TB SSD
SATA III · 2.5-inch · 1TB · V-NAND TLC
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My Passport SSD 1TB
USB 3.2 Gen 2 · Portable · 1TB
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Our verdict
The 870 EVO 1TB SSD takes the performance lead with a 9% 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 870 EVO 1TB SSD tells a compelling value story. At $65 versus the My Passport SSD 1TB's $100 price tag, it costs 54% less while delivering performance that's only 9% 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 870 EVO 1TB SSD is the smarter purchase. The My Passport SSD 1TB 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
870 EVO 1TB SSD
9% faster overall
Best value for money
870 EVO 1TB SSD
26% better value per dollar
870 EVO 1TB SSD best for
Power efficiency
9% faster overall
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Frequently asked questions
Is the My Passport SSD 1TB worth $35 more than the 870 EVO 1TB SSD?
It depends on your needs. The My Passport SSD 1TB scores 60 overall vs 55 for the 870 EVO 1TB SSD. If you need the extra performance for demanding tasks, the premium is justified. For most users gaming at 1440p or below, the 870 EVO 1TB SSD offers better value.
Which GPU is better for 1440p gaming, the 870 EVO 1TB SSD or My Passport SSD 1TB?
The 870 EVO 1TB SSD delivers higher frame rates at 1440p, but both GPUs handle 1440p gaming well. The 870 EVO 1TB SSD provides more headroom for ray tracing and future titles, while the My Passport SSD 1TB still maintains smooth gameplay in current games.
Can the My Passport SSD 1TB handle 4K gaming?
The My Passport SSD 1TB 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 870 EVO 1TB SSD is the better choice with its higher performance ceiling.
Which should I buy, the 870 EVO 1TB SSD or My Passport SSD 1TB?
Choose the 870 EVO 1TB SSD if you want the best value for money and primarily game at 1080p or 1440p. Choose the My Passport SSD 1TB if you need maximum performance, play at 4K, or do professional workloads like video editing and 3D rendering.
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