Intel

Optane 905P 960GB

The Optane 905P 960GB lands as a entry-level ssd, built around SSDs.

50/100
Mixed bag
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Why we rate it

  • Scores 50/100
  • Compared on the spec sheet
  • Spec-sheet rated, not bench-tested
Score profile

Where the Optane 905P 960GB wins and loses

Scored against the ssds class
OverallValueFuture-proo…505045
Overall spec score
50
Value position
50
Future-proofing
45
Head to head

Optane 905P 960GB vs Kingston Kingston KC3000

Highlighted cell = better in that row
OverallValueFuture-proo…
Optane 905P 960GBKingston KC3000
 IntelOptane 905P 960GBThis pageKingstonKingston KC3000
Overall score50 /10050 /100
InterfacePCIe 4.0
Form factorM.2
Who it's for

Is the Optane 905P 960GB right for you?

Buy it if
Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable ssd for the essentials without overspending.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need flagship-tier performance, in which case a higher-tier ssd is the better call.

Performance builder
Chasing frames and headroom in a high-end rig.
okay
Mainstream builder
Wants strong value in a balanced build.
good
Budget builder
Stretching every pound in an entry rig.
good
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the Optane 905P 960GB worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 50/100 against other ssds, a entry-level result where the class average is around 40.

What stands out on the Optane 905P 960GB?

Its overall 50/100 rating against the rest of the ssds class.

How does it compare to the Lexar ARES PRO 4TB Gen5?

The Lexar ARES PRO 4TB Gen5 scores 52/100 versus this one at 50/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.