Samsung has a 16TB PCIe 6.0 SSD coming soon — but you won't be able to use it anyway (www.techradar.com)

Samsung has announced the mass production of its PM1763 SSD, touted as the fastest on paper, specifically targeting AI data centers. This new enterprise-class drive offers impressive read speeds of 28.4GB/s and write speeds of 21.9GB/s—effectively doubling the performance of its predecessor, the PM1753. Key technical advancements include the integration of Samsung's 9th-generation V-NAND and a cutting-edge 4nm controller, leading to superior power efficiency and support for advanced security protocols like post-quantum cryptography. Despite its groundbreaking capabilities, the PM1763 is not designed for consumer use; it adheres to an EDSFF form factor and requires PCIe 6.0 connectivity, which is currently unavailable in consumer-grade hardware. While it sets a new benchmark for enterprise SSD performance, its exclusivity raises concerns for consumers eager for faster storage options. The disparity in availability between enterprise and consumer markets is likely to persist, potentially leaving enthusiasts on the sidelines as data centers monopolize these high-performance drives, solidifying ongoing supply challenges for NAND and DRAM through 2026.