ASMedia Technology Company began developing a host controllers and devices USB 3.5. The output of these products that support data transfer rate 10 Gbit / s, is expected in 2014. This information was published with reference to the words of company president .
The data rate provided by USB 3.5, is at the same level as Thunderbolt speed . Being cheaper controllers Thunderbolt, USB 3.5 controllers will have a better chance of widespread, especially in the SSD.
As long before the advent of USB 3.5 controllers on the market is not reached, the company continues to promote ASMedia controllers USB 3.0. In particular, the controller ASM1153, which combines USB 3.0 and SATA, certified USB-IF. Its trial samples will come on to customers in the third quarter, and the company expects volume shipments to begin in the fourth quarter. ASM1153 controller contracted to TSMC company, using the 85-nanometer process technology.
According to ASMedia president , the company now began to receive more orders for USB 3.0 hub controller from motherboard manufacturers in connection with the release of Intel Core fourth generation (Haswell).
In total USB 3.0 controllers bring 35-40% of the company income .