OCZ Vertex 3.20 SSD review

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Specifications and Features

We've been claiming it for years that the SATA II controller was a bottleneck, interestingly enough we are facing the same challenges already for SATA3 as we've reached that threshold in performance. Still 500 MB/sec performance really is something you won't hear me complaining about! So on this page is where we'll look a little deeper inside the actual product. The OCZ Vertex 3.20 is, as stated, an SSD based on MLC NAND flash memory made on a 20nm fabrication process. The DNA is the very same as the regular Vertex 3 though, aside from a firmware change. The end result here is that you'll get a storage unit with a sweet IO performance, peaking up-to 550 MB/sec in read performance and a scorching 500 MB/sec write performance. All that at a better price level.

Features

  • Based on the award-winning Vertex 3 Series, built with leading-edge NAND flash to deliver a superior user experience and improved application performance compared to hard drives
  • Includes SandForce’s robust DuraClass™ features that work in tandem to deliver world-class SSD reliability, performance, and power efficiency
  • DuraWrite™ architecture optimizes the number of program cycles to the flash, effectively extending flash rated endurance by 20x or more when compared to standard SSDs
  • Advanced wear leveling and monitoring - optimized algorithms further extend flash endurance
  • Advanced read/program disturb management - safeguards against errant re-programming of cells during read and program cycles
  • Recycler - intelligently performs garbage collection with the least impact on flash endurance

Specifications

  • Up to 550MB/s Sequential Read
  • Up to 520MB/s Sequential Write
  • Up to 35,000 IOPS 4k Random Read
  • Up to 65,000 IOPS 4k Random Write
  • Available in 120GB, 240GB
  • 3-Year Warranty
PERFORMANCE120GB240GB
Sequential Reads1 550MB/s 550MB/s
Sequential Writes1 520MB/s 520MB/s
Random 4k Read2 20,000 IOPS 35,000 IOPS
Random 4k Write2 40,000 IOPS 65,000 IOPS
Maximum IOPS3 90,000 IOPS 90,000 IOPS

The SSD is available in two volume sizes: 120GB and 240GB are available. Prices then, we spotted the 120GB model for 95 EUR and the 240GB version for just 160 EUR.

PHYSICAL
Usable Capacities (IDEMA) 120GB, 240GB
NAND Components 20nm Synchronous Multi-Level Cell (MLC)
Interface SATA 3 6Gb/s
Form Factor 2.5 Inch
NAND Controller SandForce® 2281
Dimension (L x W x H) 99.8 x 69.63 x 9.3mm
Weight 83g
RELIABILITY / PROTECTION
MTBF 2 million hours
Data Path Protection Up to 55 bits correctable per 512-byte sector (BCH)
Data Encryption 128-bit AES-compliant
Product Health Monitoring Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology (SMART) support
ENVIRONMENTAL
Power Consumption Idle: 0.55W, Active: 2.1W
Operating Temperature 0°C ~ 55°C
Storage Temperature -45°C ~ 85°C
Shock Resistance 1500G
Certifications RoHS, CE, FCC
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Performance Optimization TRIM (requires OS support)
Other Performance Features SandForce’s DuraClass™ technologyfor reliability, performance, and power efficiency. DuraWrite™ architecture extends flash rated endurance
Service & Support 3-Year Warranty, Toll-Free Tech Support, 24 Hour Forum Support, Firmware Updates

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The Vertex 3.20 SSD

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