Tom’s Hardware’s review of the TeamGroup T-FORCE GA Pro 2TB reported a 1,428 score in 3DMark Storage, with the drive placing second-to-last among 242 NVMe SSDs in its database. Its sample also wrote quickly for about seven seconds before speeds dropped after the cache filled. TeamGroup rates the drive for sequential reads up to 10,000 MB/s and writes up to 8,500 MB/s, but those peak figures do not describe every workload.
Check the workload results and plan for adequate cooling, not just the PCIe 5.0 label.
What the GA Pro 2TB’s test results show
The GA Pro 2TB is an M.2 2280 SSD with a PCIe 5.0 x4 interface and NVMe 2.0 support. TeamGroup lists maximum sequential speeds of 10,000 MB/s read and 8,500 MB/s write for part TM8FFJ002T0C129. The company notes that actual speeds vary with hardware and software. TeamGroup’s specifications for the 2TB model
In Tom’s Hardware’s test, the drive scored 1,428 in 3DMark Storage and ranked second-to-last among 242 NVMe drives in the reviewer’s database. The benchmark uses traces of tasks such as loading games, installing files and saving progress. The review found weak reads at queue depth 1, meaning one storage request is outstanding at a time, and comparatively better results at queue depth 8 and in steady-state writes. A PCIe 5.0 interface and high sequential ratings alone do not predict results in those mixed workloads.
Tom’s Hardware reported that TeamGroup described the drive as optimized for CrystalDiskMark, ATTO and sustained writes, and acknowledged known queue-depth-1 read issues. The reviewer linked the low-queue-depth latency to firmware behavior that moves the drive into a lower-power state while the host is idle. That is the reviewer’s explanation of the test results.
How write speed changed after the cache
Tom’s Hardware estimated that its sample had an approximately 69GB pSLC cache. During that initial burst, writes ran near 9.2 GB/s for about seven seconds. After the cache filled, writes fluctuated before settling near 2.5 GB/s.
| Tom’s Hardware test | Reported result | Test context |
| 3DMark Storage | 1,428 points | Second-to-last among 242 NVMe drives in its database |
| pSLC cache | About 69 GB | Review sample’s estimated cache capacity |
| Writes during cache | About 9.2 GB/s for roughly 7 seconds | Review sample, before the cache filled |
| Writes after cache | Near 2.5 GB/s | Settled rate after an erratic transition |
Those figures describe Tom’s Hardware’s sample and testing, not guaranteed speeds on every system. For large transfers, the post-cache rate is the more relevant number once the initial burst ends.
Power and temperature in the review setup
Tom’s Hardware measured average power of 6.32 W and a peak of 12.53 W during its tests. Its temperature testing used cooling and an ambient temperature of about 22°C. The review reported separate sensor maxima of 61°C, 72°C and 92°C. The composite sensor reached 72°C; the reviewer said the 92°C reading was most likely from the controller.
A separate TechPowerUp thermal test reported a 121°C surface hot spot under its stress conditions. In that test, a large Thermalright HR-10 heatsink prevented throttling, while a compact TR-M2 did not. These readings come from different sensors and test setups, so they are not directly comparable.
TeamGroup says Gen5 NVMe SSDs need cooling to avoid thermal throttling. The GA Pro’s graphene label is part of its design, but Tom’s Hardware found it insufficient by itself in its assessment and recommended a heatsink. TeamGroup’s product page lists an operating range of 0°C to 70°C.
Cooling, compatibility and warranty
With its graphene heatsink, the 2TB model measures 80.0 × 22.0 × 3.9 mm and weighs 7 g. Before buying, check that the M.2 slot and its cooling solution fit those dimensions. TeamGroup also advises checking motherboard, CPU and BIOS compatibility; it warns that some older chipsets and laptops may not support newer-interface SSDs.
TeamGroup lists support for Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, 7 and Vista, macOS 10.4 or later, and Linux 2.6.33 or later. The 2TB model is rated for 1,200 TBW, or terabytes written, and carries a five-year limited warranty. Regional terms apply, and coverage ends at whichever comes first: the time limit or the TBW limit.
Reviews have reached different overall verdicts. TweakTown rated the drive 90% in July 2025 and praised its value; Tom’s Hardware’s November 2026 review was substantially more negative. The reviews used different dates and test methods, rather than a controlled comparison under identical conditions.
Tom’s Hardware reported a $331.99 retail listing for the GA Pro 2TB in its November 7, 2026 review. That is a dated review-time price, not a current quote.
