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| Brand | Samsung |
|---|---|
| Model | SM883 |
| Capacity | 960 GB |
| Usage Class | Mixed Use |
| Host Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
|---|---|
| Total Interface Bandwidth | 6 Gb/s |
| Form Factor | 2.5 |
|---|
| NAND Flash | Samsung V-NAND 3D MLC |
|---|---|
| Drive Writes Per Day | 3 |
| Total Bytes Written | 5256 TBW |
| Sequential Read | 540 MB/s |
|---|---|
| Sequential Write | 520 MB/s |
| Random Read IOPS | 97000 |
| Random Write IOPS | 29000 |
| Average Latency | 100 μs |
| Mean Time Between Failures | 2 Million Hours |
|---|---|
| Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate | 1.0×10⁻¹⁷ |
| Power Loss Protection | Yes |
| MPN | MZ7KM960HMJP-00005 |
|---|
The Samsung SM883 MZ7KH960HAJRAD3 is a strong fit for write-intensive enterprise SATA deployments that need near-interface-limit throughput plus real endurance, combining 540/520 MB/s, up to 97K/29K IOPS, and 3 DWPD with a 5,256 TBW rating in a 960 GB form factor. Compared with the previous-generation MZ7KM960HMJP-00005, this model’s Samsung V-NAND 3D MLC platform delivers a clear generational step in endurance density and sustained performance consistency, making it the better choice for virtualization, OLTP, and caching workloads that outgrow typical read-centric SATA SSDs.
With an endurance rating of 5,256 TBW, the MZ7KH960HAJRAD3 is designed to absorb approximately 5.26 petabytes of total host writes over its service life. In practical terms, that is far beyond typical system-disk usage: even at 1 TB of writes per day, it supports well over 10 years of operation, giving procurement teams strong confidence for demanding enterprise workloads. Its enterprise reliability is further strengthened by power-loss protection (PLP), which preserves in-flight data during an unexpected power interruption and helps prevent corruption or incomplete writes. The specified UBER of 1.0E-17, together with a 2 million hour MTBF, indicates an extremely low probability of unrecoverable read errors and supports dependable long-term operation in business-critical environments.
1. The SATA enterprise interface enables drop-in compatibility with widely deployed server backplanes, making this drive a low-risk upgrade for legacy storage refresh projects and boot-tier deployments.
2. Its strong sequential read performance helps accelerate full-dataset scans, backup verification, and content streaming workloads where fast sustained access improves job completion time.
3. The high random read capability supports dense virtualization, metadata-heavy databases, and VDI environments by serving large volumes of small I/O requests with consistent responsiveness.
4. With enterprise-class write endurance, this SSD is well suited for mixed-use workloads such as transactional systems, log-intensive applications, and cache layers that demand reliable daily rewrite capacity.
5. Samsung V-NAND 3D MLC combined with very low typical latency delivers a balanced profile of durability, predictable QoS, and fast application response for business-critical infrastructure.
Lower capacity: 480 GB Higher capacity: 1.92 TB Reference performance for the same series: 480 GB: up to 520 MB/s read, 480 MB/s write; up to 97K/26K random read/write IOPS 960 GB: up to 520 MB/s read, 480 MB/s write; up to 97K/26K random read/write IOPS 1.92 TB: up to 520 MB/s read, 480 MB/s write; up to 97K/26K random read/write IOPS The 960 GB model sits at the sweet spot of this series. Compared with the 480 GB version, it offers much better capacity headroom for OS images, application data, logs, and steady growth, reducing the need for early expansion. Compared with the 1.92 TB option, it delivers nearly the same enterprise SATA performance while keeping acquisition cost and fleet-level budget under tighter control. It is best suited for mid-scale virtualization clusters, such as hosting boot and utility volumes for about 40 to 60 general-purpose virtual machines.
Q: Is MZ7KH960HAJRAD3 suitable for a write-heavy database server?
A: Yes. With 3 DWPD endurance, 5256 TBW, Samsung V-NAND 3D MLC, and about 100 µs typical latency, MZ7KH960HAJRAD3 is well suited for write-intensive database and enterprise server workloads.
Q: How many full drive writes per day can it actually endure over its warranty period?
A: This model is rated for 3 drive writes per day. For a 960 GB SSD, that equals about 2.88 TB of writes daily across its specified warranty 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 unexpected outages, which is critical for maintaining consistency, reducing corruption risk, and protecting enterprise applications.
Q: What RAID level is recommended for this SSD?
A: The recommended RAID level depends on workload goals. RAID 10 is generally preferred for databases requiring strong performance and redundancy, while RAID 5 or 6 may suit capacity-focused environments.