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| Brand | Samsung |
|---|---|
| Model | SM883 |
| Capacity | 480 GB |
| Usage Class | Write Intensive |
| Host Interface | SATA 6.0 Gbps |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5" |
|---|
| NAND Flash | Samsung V-NAND 2-bit MLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 3 |
| Total Bytes Written | 2628 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 550 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 520 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 98000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 28000 |
| Average Latency | 100 μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 2 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
| MPN | MZ-QLB1T9NE |
|---|
The Samsung SM883 480GB (MZ-7KH4800) is a high-endurance SATA SSD that pairs 3 DWPD and 2628 TBW with Samsung 2-bit MLC V-NAND, making it a stronger fit for write-intensive virtualization, database logging, and cache tiers than typical read-centric SATA drives. Compared with the predecessor MZ-QLB1T9NE, it moves to a more durable enterprise MLC design and delivers a higher sustained-write profile with up to 520 MB/s sequential write and 28,000 random write IOPS, giving it better long-term consistency under heavy mixed-write workloads.
With an endurance rating of 2,628 TBW and 3 DWPD, the MZ-7KH4800 is designed for sustained write-intensive enterprise workloads and can comfortably support typical server or storage system operation throughout its service life. In practical terms, for common OS boot, application, database, or virtualization use, this level of endurance provides long-term write headroom and makes the drive a dependable choice for many years of normal deployment. For enterprise reliability, built-in power loss protection (PLP) helps preserve in-flight data and metadata during unexpected power interruptions, reducing the risk of corruption and improving system recovery confidence. In addition, the ultra-low UBER of 1.0E-17 and 2 million-hour MTBF indicate a very high standard of data integrity and operational stability, giving procurement teams confidence in the drive’s suitability for business-critical environments.
1. The SATA 6.0 Gbps interface, paired with top-end sequential read performance for this bus, enables a drop-in upgrade for legacy enterprise servers while noticeably accelerating boot, backup, and large-file delivery workflows.
2. Its strong random read capability supports dense VM farms, OLTP databases, and metadata-heavy applications by serving far more small-block requests per second with less queue buildup.
3. A 3 DWPD endurance rating makes it well suited for write-intensive enterprise workloads such as caching, virtualization, and continuously updated transactional systems over the full service life of the drive.
4. Samsung V-NAND 2-bit MLC flash provides enterprise-grade program/erase robustness and more predictable sustained behavior than TLC-based alternatives under heavy mixed-workload pressure.
5. Typical latency around 100 µs helps reduce storage response-time jitter, improving application consistency for latency-sensitive services like real-time analytics and high-concurrency web platforms.
Lower capacity reference: 240 GB Higher capacity reference: 960 GB In this series, the 480 GB model sits at the sweet spot between entry capacity and scale efficiency. Compared with the 240 GB version, it gives much better headroom for OS images, application growth, logs, and overprovisioning without changing the expected enterprise SATA performance profile. Compared with the 960 GB option, it delivers nearly the same practical read/write and random IOPS behavior while keeping acquisition cost and fleet standardization more manageable. It is best suited for mid-density virtualization clusters, such as hosting boot and application volumes for about 40 to 60 business workloads.
Q: Is MZ-7KH4800 suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: Yes. With 3 DWPD endurance, 2628 TBW, Samsung V-NAND 2-bit MLC, and 100 µs typical latency, the MZ-7KH4800 is well suited for write-intensive database and enterprise workloads.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: It is rated for 3 full drive writes per day. For a 480 GB SSD, that equals about 1.44 TB of writes daily throughout its specified warranty or endurance period.
Q: Does it include power loss protection (PLP) and why is that critical?
A: Yes, it includes power loss protection. PLP helps preserve in-flight data and metadata during sudden outages, which is critical for maintaining data integrity and reducing corruption risk.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: The best RAID level depends on your priority. RAID 10 is commonly recommended for databases, offering strong performance, redundancy, and low latency. RAID 1 or RAID 5 may also fit.