Intel to double SSD capacity in Q4 2009

Posted on Thursday, January 29 2009 @ 18:46 CET by Thomas De Maesschalck

VR Zone published a roadmap of Intel's plans for the SSD market. It unveils the company will double the capacity of its drives by moving from 50nm to 34nm processing technology in Q4 2009. These new SSDs will also have an updated controller that should deliver higher performance.

In Q4 2009, the Intel X18-M and X25-M SSD which use MLC will be available in 80GB, 160GB, and 320GB capacities. The faster X25-E which uses SLC will ship in 64GB and 128GB capacities.

Intel is also going to release a successor to the Intel Turbo Memory in Q1 2010, named codenamed Braidwood:

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.

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Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.

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