SLC memory type use in SSDs is reduced, modern memory type MLC-HET eliminates one of the main disadvantages of conventional MLC in the form of limited durability, but it provides decent performance and a more attractive cost per gigabyte of storage .
In 2012, Intel will actively take advantage of memory-type MLC-HET virtually in the entire range of SSD. If in the current quarter drives Ramsdale with PCI Express interface will be based on SLC memory then in the second quarter 2012 they will be joined with MLC device . They will have the double capacity of 400 GB and 800, respectively.
In the third quarter 2012 Intel will replace drives Intel 710 (Lyndonville) by Taylorsville, New generation will offer SATA-600 support form factor 2.5 and up to 800 GB capacity. Lyndonville already uses MLC-HET memory type , so in this plan there is no expected change - Intel will increase only the storage volume.
In the second quarter 2012 will be released King Crest drives series , which will replace the products Intel 520 (Cherryville). Form Factor (2.5 "), interface type (SATA-600) and storage capacity will not be reviewed, but the transition from MLC to MLC-HET will provide a performance boost and a significant increase in solid-state memory resource.
In the third quarter to replace the series Intel 320 drives will come Lincoln Crest, the first time Intel products in this price range offer support SATA-600. These SSD will be also based on MLC-HET memory type , manufactured in 25 nm technology. Judging by the slide, until the fourth quarter 2012, Intel does not plan to update mSATA drives . In the current quarter will be released a series of solutions based on Hawley Creek SLC or MLC memory type , depending on model and size. Related Products :
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