Best Budget Fast SSD · SSDs
Lexar NM790 2TB
The Lexar NM790 offers near-flagship PCIe 4.0 speeds at a budget price, making it one of the best-value ways to add a lot of fast storage.
- Brand
- Lexar
- Best for
- Lots of fast storage on a budget
- Price range
- Budget
- Our score
- 8.0/10
Key specifications
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe |
|---|---|
| Sequential read | Up to 7,400MB/s |
| Sequential write | Up to 6,500MB/s |
| Endurance | 1,500TBW |
| Warranty | 5 years |
Strengths and weaknesses
Pros
- Very fast for the price
- High endurance rating
- Efficient, good for laptops and PS5
Cons
- DRAM-less design
- Less well-known brand
Verdict
The Lexar NM790 offers near-flagship PCIe 4.0 speeds at a budget price, making it one of the best-value ways to add a lot of fast storage. It earns our Best Budget Fast SSD award in our guide to the best ssds.
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