➀ Adaptec SmartRAID 4300 RAID card supports 32 NVMe SSDs with PCIe 4.0/5.0 interfaces, achieving 291GB/s sequential read speeds;

➁ Software-defined storage architecture decouples hardware from software, enabling superior scalability and compatibility with mixed SSD configurations;

➂ Demonstrated 7x I/O performance improvement over previous generations, with RAID 5 array rebuilds hitting 32GB/s in Linux environments.

➀ Kingston's Fury Renegade PCIe 5.0 SSDs are on sale, offering high-speed storage performance up to 14.8 GB/second.

➁ The Kingston Fury Renegade G5, a high-end PCIe 5.0 x4 SSD, achieves nearly 15GB/second on reads and 14GB/second on writes.

➂ The drives use 232-layer Micron TLC flash memory for durability.

➀ The Phison PS5026-E26 controller's dominance in high-end PCIe 5.0 SSDs is challenged by Silicon Motion's SM2508, showcased by over a dozen manufacturers at Computex 2025.

➀ The SM2508 controller, based on Arm Cortex-R8 and TSMC's 6nm process, delivers 14 GB/s speeds and lower cooling requirements, enabling more affordable and efficient SSDs.

➂ Major brands like Micron, Kingston, and Adata are adopting the SM2508, signaling a potential shift in the enthusiast-grade SSD market.

➀ The WD Black SN8100 PCIe 5.0 SSD, with unannounced 14.9 GB/s read speeds, appears on Amazon Germany for $225 (1TB);

➁ Likely equipped with Silicon Motion's SM2508 controller and 218-layer TLC NAND, it outperforms competitors in sequential speeds but lags in random writes;

➂ Priced at 22.5 cents per GB, it targets enthusiasts despite higher costs compared to PCIe 4.0 alternatives.

➀ Asus has unveiled the ROG Crosshair X870E Extreme motherboard, their top-tier offering for the AM5 platform.

➁ The motherboard features dual Ethernet, USB4 ports, Bluetooth 5.4, Wi-Fi 7, and multiple PCIe 5.0 slots.

➂ The X870E Extreme is priced at 9,999 Chinese Yuan (~$1,400) and is set for release in late April.

➀ The PNY CS2150 is a budget PCIe 5.0 SSD with strong all-around performance and high power efficiency.

➁ Available in 1TB and 2TB capacities, the CS2150 offers good value for its price.

➂ The drive is designed for systems that require thin drives and offers excellent performance without a heatsink.

➀ The Samsung 9100 Pro is Samsung's answer to the high-end PCIe 5.0 storage market, offering good performance and power efficiency.

➁ The drive is available in capacities up to 8TB and uses Samsung's 236-Layer V8 TLC flash memory.

➂ While not the fastest on the market, the 9100 Pro provides a solid and refined option for those seeking high-end storage.

➀ The ASRock B860I Lightning is a budget-friendly Mini-ITX motherboard offering robust power delivery and a variety of features for around $220.

➁ It boasts a PCIe 5.0 M.2 socket, integrated Thunderbolt 4, and improved audio, while still offering Wi-Fi 6E.

➂ Performance was average, but gaming performance was competent with default settings.

➀ Mini-PC manufacturer Minisforum has launched a new gaming motherboard, the BD790i X3D, featuring a mobile X3D chip.

➁ The board supports DDR5-5200 RAM up to 96GB and two M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe SSD for up to 4TB of storage.

➂ The BD790i X3D includes a PCIe 5.0 x16 slot for powerful desktop graphics cards and has an integrated Radeon 610M GPU for basic gaming needs.

➀ The MSI B850 Tomahawk MAX Wifi offers a great value at $229.99 with dual PCIe 5.0 x4 sockets and 5 GbE, although it lacks a rear 20 Gbps port and integrated RGB.

➁ It features Wi-Fi 7, 5 GbE, and ample USB ports, including three Type-C ports.

➂ The board performs well in gaming and productivity apps, with a solid power delivery and a neutral design.

➀ Micron has released its first Gen5 client SSD, targeting OEM system builders;

➁ The 4600 PCIe 5.0 SSD offers up to 14.5GB/s sequential speeds;

➂ Micron emphasizes the use of its 9th generation TLC NAND flash memory for performance.