➀ SK hynix has developed a new high-capacity SSD, the PS1012 U.2, for AI data centers, with a 61TB capacity using QLC technology and PCIe 5.0 for 32 GT/s transfer speeds; ➁ The new SSD doubles the bandwidth to the SSD with PCIe Gen5, offering 32 GT/s and 13GB/sec sequential read performance; ➂ SK hynix plans to supply samples to global server manufacturers and aims to expand its product line with 122TB and 244TB SSDs by 2025.
Recent #SSD news in the semiconductor industry
➀ Corsair's MP700 Elite SSD with heatsink is reviewed, highlighting its performance and specifications; ➁ The drive is powered by Phison's Gen5 controller and features Kioxia BiCS8 218-layer 3D TLC NAND; ➂ Performance figures, power consumption, endurance, and warranty details are discussed.
➀ AOOSTAR has launched a new Mini-PC with AMD's Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 APU; ➁ It features 32GB LPDDR5X-8000 memory, 1TB SSD, and OCulink connectivity; ➂ The system supports a 54W TDP, Wi-Fi 7, and includes a custom cooling solution.
➀ PNY launches the CS2150 M.2 NVMe PCIe Gen5 SSD with up to 10,300MB/sec read and 8,600MB/sec write speeds; ➁ The SSD starts at just $99 and targets professionals and gamers; ➂ It features Microsoft DirectStorage technology and a 5-year warranty.
➀ GPD launches the Win Max 2 (2025) with a 10.1-inch 1080p 120Hz display and AMD Ryzen AI HX 370 'Strix Point' APU; ➁ Features include 64GB LPDDR5X-7500 memory, dual M.2 SSD slots, and 4G LTE support; ➂ Priced at $1462, the device offers comprehensive connectivity options.
➀ A class-action lawsuit alleges that UnitedHealthcare uses a faulty algorithm to deny patient coverage, filed by two now-deceased individuals. ➁ UnitedHealthcare CEO Brain Thompson was killed in Midtown Manhattan earlier this week, and the suspect is currently on the run. ➂ The lawsuit claims UnitedHealthcare pushed employees to use an algorithm with a 90% error rate to deny coverage.
➀ Samsung is preparing to unveil its 10th generation V-NAND with over 400 layers; ➁ The new 3D NAND will support PCIe 5.0 and potentially PCIe 6.0 SSDs; ➂ The 1Tb 3D TLC NAND has a storage density of 28 Gb/mm², slightly lower than the current world's densest non-volatile memory.
➀ The rise of RISC-V cores and the challenges of certification; ➁ The role of Breker Verification Systems in the certification process; ➂ The complexity of certifying RISC-V ISA implementations and the efforts of RISC-V International.
➀ Cyber Monday on Amazon offers significant discounts on PC gaming items; ➁ AMD Ryzen 7 5700X CPU is 59% off; ➂ Gaming monitors up to 48% off
➀ The MSI Claw 8 AI+ is revealed with specs including Intel Core Ultra 7 258V processor and 32GB LPDDR5X memory; ➁ Priced at $899, it features an 8-inch 1080p display, 1TB SSD, and 80 WHr battery; ➂ It is the second portable PC gaming handheld from MSI built on Intel hardware running Windows 11.
➀ Samsung's 990 EVO SSD is 53% off, offering high read/write speeds and advanced features; ➁ SanDisk Extreme Pro SSD is 37% off, providing portable storage with durability and speed; ➂ Crucial X10 Pro SSD is 30% off, with high-speed performance and compatibility across various devices.
➀ A $1,200 4K gaming PC and a $1,000 2K gaming PC can be assembled with Black Friday hardware deals; ➁ The build includes an AMD Ryzen 7 5700X3D CPU, an ASRock Radeon RX 7900 XT GPU, and a 2TB WD Black SN850X SSD; ➂ Deals are available on components like the Phanteks XT Pro Ultra case and MSI MAG A750BN power supply.
➀ Newegg offers a 22% discount on Fractal Design's North XL case; ➁ The case supports XL-ATX and E-ATX motherboards; ➂ It features a combination of wood, glass, and brass for aesthetics and cooling performance.
➀ Lexar ARES RGB 6400MT/s DDR5 memory kit is on sale for £98.99 until December 2nd; ➁ Lexar THOR RGB 6000MT/s DDR5 memory kit is available for £86.99; ➂ Lexar PCIe 4.0 M.2 SSDs are up to 19% off, with the Lexar NQ790 4TB at £205 and the Lexar NM790 offering speeds up to 7400MB/s read/write.
➀ A pre-built desktop with Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU, Intel 13600KF CPU, 16GB RAM, and 1TB SSD is available for $699 at Walmart; ➁ The system offers high performance for gaming at 1080p; ➂ The deal is significantly cheaper than building the system from parts.
➀ Team Group's T-Force brand introduces the GA Pro PCIe 5.0 SSD series; ➁ Features read speeds up to 10,000 MB/s; ➂ Equipped with PCIe 5.0 x4 interface and InnoGrit IG5666 controller for exceptional performance.
➀ Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson breaks the record for data deadlift by lifting 282.624PB of SSDs; ➁ The event at SC24 in Atlanta showcases the collaboration between VDURA and Phison; ➂ Phison's Pascari D205V drives with 122.88TB capacity are featured.
➀ TEAMGROUP introduces the T-FORCE GA PRO PCIe 5.0 SSD with read speeds up to 10,000MB/sec; ➁ The SSD utilizes the InnoGrit IG5666 multi-core controller and features dynamic performance adjustment; ➂ Available in 1TB and 2TB capacities, the SSD improves cooling with TEAMGROUP's patented graphene heat spreader.
➀ NVIDIA has announced a new Grace Blackwell platform with the NVIDIA GB200 NVL4, which combines two Arm-based Grace CPUs and four Blackwell GPUs. The platform is designed for lower power deployments with a power consumption of just over 6kW. The NVL4 module is targeted to be a large node with up to 1.3TB of combined coherent memory. ➁ The GB200 NVL4 is set to ship in the second half of 2025. ➂ The NVL4 is designed as an alternative to the higher power and higher GPU count platforms offered by NVIDIA, targeting specific deployment needs.
➀ Samsung 990 EVO 1TB SSD sees a significant price cut to $69; ➁ The discount is available at Amazon and Samsung's official website; ➂ The SSD offers high performance with PCIe 4.0/5.0 support and up to 5,000/4,200 MB/s read/write speeds.