Articles about high-performance storage

Transcend has introduced its new CFX735 CFast card aimed at professionals who need reliable data storage. This card comes equipped with built-in write protection technology, catering to applications that demand secure and stable data handling.

The CFast card is built using 112-layer 3D NAND flash technology and connects via a SATA III 6Gb/s interface. This ensures impressive read/write speeds and large storage capacities, making it suitable for data-heavy operations. The CFX735 model can handle temperatures ranging from -5°C to 70°C, making it versatile for various working environments.

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Kingston has announced the launch of the NV3 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD. The NV3 SSD aims to provide users with high capacity and 4x4 NVMe PCIe performance in a compact, single-sided M.2 2280 form factor.

The NV3 SSD is powered by a Gen 4x4 NVMe controller, delivering read/write speeds of up to 6,000/5,000MB/s. This makes it an excellent choice for a range of workloads, from content creation to gaming. The drive is available from Amazon here in capacities ranging from 500GB to 4TB.

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TEAMGROUP has officially launched the T-FORCE GC PRO PCIe 5.0 solid state drive. The new SSD features a PCIe Gen5x4 interface and DRAM Cache architecture.

Equipped with an ultra-thin graphene heat spreader, the SSD offers superior temperature control, compatible with any motherboard's native M.2 SSD heatsink. This ensures that the SSD operates at optimal efficiency, enhancing performance by maintaining a cool environment even under intense operations. The T-FORCE GC PRO achieves impressive read speeds of up to 12,500 MB/s, making it one of the fastest SSDs currently available on the market.

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Silicon Power is sure to excite the portable gaming community with the new 2230 variant of its popular UD90 solid state drive. This nifty SSD, though small in stature with dimensions of just 22.0mm x 30.0mm x 3.7mm, packs a punch in terms of storage, available in 500GB, 1TB, and 2TB capacities, and weighing a mere 3g. It is ideal for handheld gaming devices like the Steam Deck and ROG Ally.

Despite its compact form, the UD90 delivers rapid speeds, utilizing a PCIe Gen 4x4 interface. When it comes to reading data, the 500GB model offers up to 4,700MB/s, the 1TB reaches up to 4,900MB/s, and the 2TB model tops out at 5,000MB/s. Writing data is just as swift, with the 500GB version at 1,700MB/s, and both the 1TB and 2TB models providing up to 3,200MB/s. For it to work its magic, you'll need a computer equipped with an M.2 slot that supports the PCIe interface.

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Let's face it, when it comes to solid state drives, Samsung’s offerings are some of the most reliable. That is why many people trust that company’s SSDs to store their important data. Today, Samsung unveils a new 4TB version of its wildly popular PCIe 4.0 990 PRO SSD.

The heart of this new 4TB offering is the eighth-generation Samsung V-NAND (V8) technology. Paired with an enhanced proprietary controller, this SSD is designed to handle almost anything you throw at it, from 3D/4K graphics work to data analytics.

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Today, Silicon Power announces its latest portable solid state drive. Called "Cinema Pro PNV350," the external USB-C SSD offers very fast performance thanks to its USB 3.2 Gen2x2 interface. Silicon Power says the design is inspired by "architectural concrete," but truth be told, it looks like a standard rectangle to me.

The entire body of the Cinema Pro PNV350 SSD is made of CNC-machined aluminum, not only giving it a sleek and modern look but also allowing heat to be conducted quickly and efficiently. The result is enhanced heat dissipation and maximum utilization of the heat-dissipating surface area, ensuring optimal performance even during demanding tasks.

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