I'm thinking about getting an SSD for my new build. My budget at the moment is $281. Due to the limited amount of computer stores in Australia, I'd prefer to buy from either PCCG or MSY.
I was thinking about a OCZ Vertex 3 120GB SSD but heard it had encountered various issues over the past couple of months.
Any advice would be appreciated.
I've been using a Vertex 130 120GB drive for a few weeks without any difficulties.
I haven't been watching the OCZ forums. Are people still having problems if the latest firmware for the drive (2.11) is installed?
I'm not sure... check this... AnandTech - The OCZ Vertex 3 Review (120GB)
If I read it correctly, it would depend on what kind of data you push on it. As a system disk only, it is great. for data, specially compressed data as in some movie formats, not so sure.
Lots of issues with the Vertex 3 series. Make sure you visit their support forums and peruse before buying. Caveat emptor. Better off with an Crucial or Intel (or any non sandforce based) SSD IMO.
I have been using 2 Vertex 3 120Gb for 2 months. I got freezing/hangs at random with firmware 2.08. Upgrading to 2.11 with no issues. Performance is as expected.
You can upgrade firmware on OS installed drive. OCZ forums has a sticky on how to to do it.
If not the Vertex, go for a Sandforce based controller.
My only regret with the Vertex 3 is that I should have waited a couple months for the Max IOPS version.
Good luck with your purchase.
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