➀ Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson breaks the record for data deadlift by lifting 282.624PB of SSDs; ➁ The event at SC24 in Atlanta showcases the collaboration between VDURA and Phison; ➂ Phison's Pascari D205V drives with 122.88TB capacity are featured.
Recent #storage news in the semiconductor industry
➀ Samsung 990 EVO 1TB SSD sees a significant price cut to $69; ➁ The discount is available at Amazon and Samsung's official website; ➂ The SSD offers high performance with PCIe 4.0/5.0 support and up to 5,000/4,200 MB/s read/write speeds.
➀ Phison Electronics introduces the world's first 128TB PCIe Gen5 SSD aimed at transforming data centre storage; ➁ The Pascari D205V drive offers unparalleled performance and storage efficiency; ➂ The drive is expected to ship in Q2 2025, supporting high-speed data processing and reducing operational expenses.
➀ Solidigm has launched a new 122.88TB NVMe SSD, the D5-P5336, designed for high capacity storage in a standard U.2 form factor. The drive is expected to be available in Q1 2025. ➁ The new SSD is the higher capacity version of the previously announced D5-P5336 61.44TB model and offers significant write endurance. ➂ The drive is intended to be used in data centers and AI clusters, where large capacity and efficiency are critical.
➀ Micron introduces the 6550 ION SSD, the first 60TB SSD with PCIe 5.0 x4 interface; ➁ The drive offers high performance with 12GB/s read and write speeds and low power consumption; ➂ Aimed at AI workloads, the SSD demonstrates improved energy efficiency and endurance.
➀ The Klevv CRAS C925 2TB SSD is reviewed, highlighting its performance, specifications, and real-world usage; ➁ It is designed for laptops, Mini PCs, and PS5 upgrades, featuring a Maxio MAP1602 controller and 238-Layer 3D TLC NAND; ➂ The drive offers high sequential read/write speeds and 4K random performance, with a 5-year warranty.
➀ Micron launches the new 6550 ION SSD with double the capacity at 61.44TB; ➁ The SSD features PCIe Gen5 NVMe interface and delivers high performance; ➂ The drive is available in E3.S, U.2, and E1.L form factors.
➀ The Raspberry Pi SSD offers great compatibility and good speed; ➁ It comes in 256GB and 512GB capacities, with kits available; ➂ The drive provides a noticeable speed boost for general tasks on the Raspberry Pi 5.
1. Super Micro Computer reported mixed Q1/FY2025 results with weaker-than-expected sales; 2. Improved margins and decent cash generation helped offset the sales shortfall; 3. Disappointing second quarter guidance with sales and EPS below consensus expectations; 4. Weak sales outlook attributed to limited availability of Nvidia's next-generation GPUs; 5. Stock upgraded to 'Hold' despite nearly 50% decline from initial 'Sell' recommendation.
➀ Corsair introduces its latest PCIe 5.0 SSD, the MP700 ELITE; ➁ The SSD offers up to 10,000MB/sec read and 8,500MB/sec write speeds; ➂ It features high-density 3D TLC NAND and supports Microsoft DirectStorage for improved gaming performance.
➀ ASUS introduces the TUF Gaming A2 SSD enclosure with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C connectivity for high-speed data transfer up to 20Gbps; ➁ The enclosure supports various M.2 form factor drives and offers durability with IP68-rated water and dust resistance; ➂ It features a Q-latch system for easy installation and supports NVMe and SATA drives up to 4TB.
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➀ Samsung's 990 EVO Plus is a significant consumer SSD release, targeting high-performance drives; ➁ The drive offers a 4TB model, making it a competitor to QLC flash drives and E27T-based drives; ➂ Despite its late arrival and high price, the 990 EVO Plus is a strong drive for any system.
➀ MSI's Datamag 20Gbps SSD introduces a magnetic attachment system for easy attachment to various surfaces; ➁ The drive comes in 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB capacities with USB-C connectivity; ➂ It features Phison's PS2251-U18 controller and 3D NAND flash memory for high-speed performance.
➀ Samsung introduces the new 990 EVO Plus SSD, offering a 50% performance boost;
➁ The SSD is designed for gaming, business, and creative work, enhancing PC energy efficiency;
➂ Available in 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB capacities with suggested prices starting at NT$3,879;
➃ Features Samsung's latest 8th Generation V-NAND technology and 5-nanometer controller;
➄ Offers high read and write speeds, with the 4TB model having industry-leading random read/write speeds.
➀ Kioxia has launched its XD8 E1.S EDSFF SSDs at the OCP Summit 2024; ➁ The new SSDs are designed for modern servers; ➂ The EDSFF form factor is expected to bring efficiency and flexibility to server storage solutions.
➀ Kioxia introduces the XD8 series of PCIe 5.0 SSDs for data centers; ➁ The series offers sequential read speeds up to 12.5GB/s and write speeds up to 5.8GB/s; ➂ Kioxia's third generation of E1.S SSD models with NVMe 2.0 compliance and support for OCP NVMe SSD v2.5 specification.
➀ Samsung's 4TB 990 Pro SSD is on sale for its lowest price ever, just $279; ➁ The drive offers blazing-fast performance and 7,450 MB/s sequential reads; ➂ It features a heatsink and is compatible with PS5.
➀ Samsung has launched the PM9E1 M.2 SSD with a capacity of up to 4TB and full PCIe Gen5 speeds; ➁ The drive utilizes an 8-channel 5nm controller and 8th gen 3D V-NAND technology; ➂ Samsung's entry into the market may lead to a decrease in 4TB SSD prices.