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Based on the collection of benchmark tests we conducted, the OCZ Apex SSD performs at the top of our linear bandwidth charts behind only one other product. The MLC Samsung flash modules paired to an internal RAID-0 array used on the Apex series helps yield a 0.18 ms response time. ATTO Disk Benchmark tool reported an impressive 246 MBps maximum read bandwidth in our tests, and 174 MBps maximum write. HD Tach also reported high-performance results, with approximate bandwidth speeds reaching 179.5 MBps read and 133.3 MBps write. Linear full-sector read performance was a steady 167.7 MBps, but because of the RAID-0 architecture our linear write tests flooded the dual controllers.​

The OCZ Apex series is still in a pre-release stage, but the recommended pricing places this SSD product at roughly $3 per gigabyte of Solid State storage space. The 60GB OCZSSD2-1APX60G is expected to retail for $189.99, while the larger 120GB version we tested will be offered for $359.99. A jumbo-sized 250GB Apex SSD will also be sold for $819.99. OCZ expects to utilize mail-in rebates to assist consumers during these financially strained times.​

In conclusion, the OCZ Apex SLC Solid State Drive offers an excellent balance of read and write bandwidth speed and an exceptional response time at a modest price. Second to only one other SSD product on the present market, the OCZ Apex nearly matches performance at half the cost. Many would claim that MLC SSDs aren't worth the trouble, but for desktop and notebook users the Apex series is perfectly suited for high-performance tasks. The dual JMF602B SSD controllers may not offer the large cache buffer we would like to see (and the upcoming OCZ Vertex includes), but the internal JMicron JMB390 RAID-0 controller makes all the difference in this Solid State Drive. I recommend the OCZ Apex series to demanding consumers looking for highest-order speed with near-instant response time... and excellent value for the performance it delivers.


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Pros:

+ Impressive 246 MBps read and 174 write bandwidth in ATTO
+ Internal RAID-0 architecture brings value MLC near to premium SLC
+ Low power consumption may extend battery life
+ Lightweight compact storage solution
+ Resistant to extreme shock impact
+ Up to 250GB of SSD capacity
+ 2-Year OCZ product warranty
+ Very low 0.18ms random access time
+ Only $3 per gigabyte of SSD storage


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Cons:

- Metal case is heavier and less durable than plastic
- Lacks integrated USB 2.0 Mini-B data connection
- Small 16KB cache buffer per SSD controller

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Ratings:

• Presentation: 8.75
• Appearance: 8.75
• Construction: 9.50
• Functionality: 9.75
• Value: 8.25

Final Score: 9.0 out of 10.

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destr0yer disse:

Este teste do boot ta mal feito... Deve ser metido assim que começa a carregar o OS e não desde quando se prime o botão, porque cada sistema demora mais ou menos tempo a arrancar até o OS começar a carregar.

Assumindo que o sistema demora 10s desde o power até o inicio do loading do OS, 5s para carregar é EXCELENTE

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Intel is planning to double the capacity of their current SSD line-up by moving from 50nm to 34nm process technology in Q4 2009. There will be three capacities for X18-M and X25-M MLC SSD; 80GB, 160GB and 320GB and two capacities for the top end X25-E SLC SSD; 64GB and 128GB. Performance is expected to be better as well with an updated controller.

Intel is also launching a successor to the Intel Turbo Memory, known as Braidwood in Q1 2010 for mainstream PCs. Its aim is to provides SSD-like performance on second generation Ibex Peak chipsets like Q57, P57 and H57. Braidwood requires Firmware support, Intel Rapid Storage Technology as well as the Braidwood module. It will come in 3 capacities; 4GB, 8GB and 16GB based on Intel's 34nm process technology.

The pricing of the SSDs is unavailable at this point of time but be prepared to pay a premium for them.

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destr0yer disse:

Este teste do boot ta mal feito... Deve ser metido assim que começa a carregar o OS e não desde quando se prime o botão, porque cada sistema demora mais ou menos tempo a arrancar até o OS começar a carregar.

Assumindo que o sistema demora 10s desde o power até o inicio do loading do OS, 5s para carregar é EXCELENTE

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destr0yer disse:

sobre os Intel, 320 GB mi gusta Só espero que os de 80 e 160 sejam BARATOS

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destr0yer disse:

Mas em outros sistemas a história é outra. Já tive boards terrivelmente LENTAS no arranque e se tiverem controladoras SATA e IDE, pior...

sobre os Intel, 320 GB mi gusta Só espero que os de 80 e 160 sejam BARATOS

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Windows XP Startup

After several SSD product reviews in which I recorded Windows XP startup time data, I have repeatedly omitted my results from the article for lack of enough comparison data. In all honesty, I cannot make this an interesting subject. Most of you reading this article have already watched the video of a Windows computer starting up in mere seconds when it used a Solid State Drive, so it wouldn't be very exciting to show it again. Instead, I have recorded the length of time it took for my Dell Inspiron 6400 notebook computer to startup with each drive. Here are the specifications on the notebook:​

• Dell Inspiron 6400 Notebook​
• Intel Core Duo T2300 @ 1.66 GHz​
• 2GB DDR2 667 MHz System Memory​
• Windows XP Professional SP3 (identical image cloned to each drive)​

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This "test" is going to be useful to laptop computer users only, primarily because I did not test the desktop hard drives. The only hard drive included was the high-performance 7200 RPM Hitachi Travelstar 7K100, which recorded a 28-second load time from the moment I pressed the power button to the moment the Windows Login screen was displayed.​

The primary purpose of this test was to demonstrate that a Solid State Drive could in fact cut the Windows load time in half, but there are other factors to consider. It's important to note that this particular Dell notebook consumes almost 11 seconds on the BIOS pre-loading and POST (Power-On Self Test) routine prior to actually beginning to load Microsoft Windows XP, so it's not realistic to think that my results would match another system identically.

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jjmaia disse:

Em relação aos adaptadores de CF para SATA existe alguma diferença entre os que têm PCB verde e os de PCB vermelho?

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Mk Pt disse:

Mi tb Gusta..

Era o ideal no máximo 100€ pelos 80gb..

Vinha logo directamente 2 para mim..

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Transcend Information Inc. (Transcend®), the world’s leading manufacturer of memory products, is proud to release its all-new 192GB high speed 2.5-inch Solid State Drive (SSD). This SSD is made of reliable NAND flash memory that contains no moving parts, and therefore is not susceptible to mechanical failure resulting from vibration, shock or heat. Featuring a powerful new controller, Transcend’s MLC-equipped 192GB SSD far outpaces standard 2.5" hard drives, delivering exceptional sustained read/write speeds of up to 150MB / 90MB per second to guarantee fast throughput regardless of file size. With these high-speed transfer rates and virtually non-existent (0.2ms) latency, an SSD-equipped computer boots-up faster, games run more smoothly, and overall system responsiveness is improved. Moreover, this SSD’s industry-standard SATA II interface and 2.5" form factor allow easy and straightforward user installation in most notebook computers and mainstream PCs just like regular hard drives.
Transcend’s high-capacity 192GB Solid State Drive is silent and power-saving, making it an ideal upgrade for notebook computers. It also features integrated ECC (Error Correction Code) to ensure accurate data transfer, as well as built-in wear leveling technology that guarantees ultra-long storage lifespan and long-term reliability. Transcend’s 2.5" Solid State Drives are available in capacities ranging from 8GB to 192GB with SATA II or IDE interfaces, and are all backed by a two-year warranty and the support of a comprehensive global service network.

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