What this Memorial Day SSD sale is all about
This Memorial Day SSD sale compares discounted high-speed NVMe drives and portable SSDs across different capacities to help buyers choose the best mix of performance, portability, and value for their storage upgrades. With game sizes, creative projects, and AI tools eating through capacity, these deals arrive at a time when SSD prices have climbed sharply. You will see top-tier PCIe Gen 4 and Gen 5 NVMe options for desktop and console builds, pocketable SanDisk portable SSD choices for travel, and a huge 8TB external SSD sale for long‑term backup. We highlight the headline Samsung 990 PRO deal, strong alternatives from Silicon Power and WD_Black, and the most appealing SanDisk portable options, then match them to common use cases so you can decide where your money makes the most difference.
Samsung 990 PRO: premium NVMe SSD discount in 2TB and 4TB
The star NVMe SSD discount is the Samsung 990 PRO, a PCIe Gen 4 drive that hits sequential read speeds up to 7,450MB/s. The 2TB model on Amazon drops from USD 639.99 (approx. RM2,950) to USD 389.99 (approx. RM1,800), saving USD 250 (approx. RM1,150) and bringing it back to its best price since recent hikes. According to PC Guide, this limited-time Samsung 990 PRO deal represents a 39% discount, making it a strong choice for high-end gaming PCs, workstations, and even PS5 installs. If you need more capacity, the 4TB Samsung 990 PRO is also discounted: PC Guide reports a 15% cut to USD 940 (approx. RM4,330), with the same 7,450MB/s reads and efficient design. Pick 2TB for a fast main drive, or 4TB if you want room for a large game and project library.
SanDisk portable SSD options: Extreme 1TB and Desk Drive 8TB
If you want fast storage you can move between devices, the SanDisk portable SSD lineup has two very different but appealing Memorial Day offers. The 1TB SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD is now USD 231.58 (approx. RM1,070) on Amazon, around USD 29 (approx. RM130) below its regular price and at its lowest recorded price, with up to 2,000MB/s transfers and a pocket-sized 3.35 x 2 x 0.39‑inch body. For high‑capacity backup and project archives, Best Buy’s external SSD sale on the 8TB SanDisk Desk Drive is dramatic: ZDNET notes a 62% discount, cutting the price to USD 740 (approx. RM3,410). You get USB‑C connectivity, up to 1,000MB/s speeds, automatic backup software, and a 3‑year warranty. Choose the Extreme Portable 1TB for travel, and the Desk Drive 8TB for a compact, near‑silent desktop backup hub.
Budget-friendly high-capacity NVMe: Silicon Power UD90 4TB
For builders who want a big PCIe Gen 4 SSD without Samsung pricing, the Silicon Power UD90 4TB is a compelling alternative. Wccftech reports that this PCIe NVMe Gen 4 drive is selling for USD 450 (approx. RM2,080) on Amazon, which is strong value in the middle of a DRAM shortage and rising storage costs. Read speeds can reach 5,000MB/s and writes up to 4,800MB/s, enough for gaming, content creation, and even PS5 or PS5 Pro use, provided you add adequate cooling. The UD90 supports Host Memory Buffer to improve responsiveness, while endurance specs include an MTBF of 1.5 million hours, a TBW rating of 1,200, and a 5‑year limited warranty. If you need a 4TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD that balances capacity and price, this UD90 deal suits budget‑conscious users who still care about performance.
Fastest pick: WD_Black SN8100 Gen 5 and who should buy what
If you want bleeding‑edge speeds, the WD_Black SN8100 1TB NVMe SSD gives you PCIe Gen 5 performance at one of its lowest prices in months. PC Guide notes a 19% discount on the 1TB model with heatsink, dropping it from USD 309.99 (approx. RM1,430) to USD 259.99 (approx. RM1,200) and saving USD 60 (approx. RM280). This drive hits up to 14,900MB/s reads and 11,000MB/s writes on select models, making it ideal for AI workloads, high‑end gaming, and heavy video editing where Gen 5 bandwidth matters. To choose between these Memorial Day deals: pick the Samsung 990 PRO 2TB or 4TB if you want a top-end PCIe Gen 4 boot drive, the Silicon Power UD90 4TB for a cheaper high‑capacity PCIe Gen 4 SSD, the WD_Black SN8100 for next‑gen speed, and the SanDisk portable SSD options for flexible external storage.
