Samsung 870 Qvo 4TB SATA 6Gb/s 3D NAND QLC (AES-256 / TCG Opal 2.0) 2.5-inch Solid State Drive (SSD) – MZ7M34T0HALC

Samsung 870 QVO 4TB SATA 6Gb/s 2.5-inch SSD — MZ7M34T0HALC

The Samsung 870 QVO (MZ7M34T0HALC) is a 4TB SATA 6Gb/s 2.5-inch solid state drive featuring Samsung”s 3D NAND QLC technology with AES-256 hardware encryption and TCG Opal 2.0 support. Designed for desktop and laptop users requiring high-capacity, affordable SSD storage for everyday computing, media storage, and content libraries, it delivers Samsung”s proven SSD reliability with a large capacity at an accessible price point.

Product Details

• Part Number: MZ7M34T0HALC
• Manufacturer: Samsung
• Model: 870 QVO
• Product Type: SATA SSD

Key Features

• 4TB Capacity: High-capacity SSD for large media libraries and content storage
• SATA 6Gb/s: Standard SATA interface for broad desktop and laptop compatibility
• 3D NAND QLC: High-density NAND for maximum capacity at accessible pricing
• AES-256 Encryption: Hardware-based full-disk encryption for data security
• TCG Opal 2.0: Enterprise-grade security standard for self-encrypting drives
• Samsung Reliability: Proven Samsung SSD quality and endurance

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: MZ7M34T0HALC
• Capacity: 4TB
• Interface: SATA 6Gb/s
• Form Factor: 2.5-inch
• NAND Type: 3D NAND QLC
• Encryption: AES-256, TCG Opal 2.0
• Sequential Read: Up to 560 MB/s
• Sequential Write: Up to 530 MB/s

Use Cases

• Desktop Storage: High-capacity SSD upgrade for desktop computers
• Media Storage: Large photo, video, and music library storage
• Laptop Upgrade: High-capacity 2.5-inch SSD upgrade for laptops
• Secondary Storage: Fast, high-capacity secondary drive for content creators

Compatibility Notes

• SATA 6Gb/s — backward compatible with SATA 3Gb/s interfaces at reduced speed
• 2.5-inch form factor — fits standard 2.5-inch drive bays and laptop SATA slots
• AES-256 and TCG Opal 2.0 require compatible security software for encryption activation
• Compatible with Samsung Magician software for drive management and optimization

Frequently Asked Questions

What is QLC NAND and how does it compare to TLC?

QLC (Quad-Level Cell) NAND stores 4 bits per cell vs TLC”s 3 bits — enabling higher capacity at lower cost per GB. QLC drives typically have lower write endurance than TLC but are well-suited for read-intensive workloads like media storage.

Does the 870 QVO support hardware encryption?

Yes — the Samsung 870 QVO supports AES-256 hardware encryption and TCG Opal 2.0, enabling self-encrypting drive (SED) functionality when used with compatible security software.

Is the Samsung 870 QVO suitable for use as a primary OS drive?

Yes — the 870 QVO can be used as a primary OS drive. For write-intensive workloads, the Samsung 870 EVO (TLC) offers higher write endurance. The 870 QVO is best suited for read-heavy workloads and large capacity storage.

Whether you are upgrading a desktop with high-capacity SSD storage, building a large media library, or replacing a slow hard drive with fast SATA SSD performance, the Samsung 870 QVO (MZ7M34T0HALC) delivers the 4TB capacity, SATA reliability, and Samsung quality your storage demands.