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Should I go M.2 for a Z97 Pro4?

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Topic: Should I go M.2 for a Z97 Pro4?

Posted By: openupitsdave
Subject: Should I go M.2 for a Z97 Pro4?
Date Posted: 01 Jun 2016 at 3:16pm

Im trying to decide between:

2.5" Samsung 850 EVO (MZ-75E250)

OR
M.2 version of the same SSD (MZ-N5E250)

I know this mobo will allow this version of M.2, but how is the performance?? Is it any faster than a regular 2.5 inch drive on this mobo? Is there anything I should be aware of before buying the m.2?

The 2.5inch drive and the M.2 are very similar in price so.....

My specs:

Windows 10 64-bit

Asrock Z97 Pro4

Samsung 840 Evo

GTX 970

Replies:

Posted By: rafamis@hotmail.com
Date Posted: 06 Jun 2016 at 10:19pm

I just purchased a Z97 Pro4 a week ago. Seriously considering returning it. Giving me all kinds of grief. Cant get it to set up Windows 7, or even run reliably a pre-installed Win7 drive...

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Regards
RSM