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[Johnnycash]

Sandforce incompressible data handling has really improved after the latest firmware update! FYI I am using the kingston hyperx 3k SSD. Initially, I was also under the same perception as you are all, but after doing a real test & not counting only on benchmarks has helped me to get hooked onto this piece of a gadget. Give it a try guys!

 

[JerometheGiraff]

Too many SSD beginners get impressed by the big numbers. But what you usually see are sequential transfer times of large blocks. However, for the OS those are completely irrelevant. The numbers to focus on are access time and 4K random R/W speeds because that's what the OS uses most of the time.

A good SSD that is suitable for the OS should have an access time around 0.1ms (as measured with AS SSD) and a 4K transfer time around 100MB/sec (as measured with Atto).

In your opinion what is a good SSD with these spec in a 256 drive that isn't the cost of a Samsung 840 Pro ? Since as you mentioned in another post in my situation, I'd be better with a 3 GB over a 6.

 

[Britton30]

Here's a list in no particular order Chris.
Newegg.com - Computer Parts, PC Components, Laptop Computers, LED LCD TV, Digital Cameras and more!

 

[kbrady1979]

I've always recommended the Samsung 840 Pro, OCZ Vector, Corsair Neutron GTX, Plextor M5 Pro, OCZ Vertex 4, and Crucial M4. All of those use good controllers and have a solid reputation.

 

[whs]

Too many SSD beginners get impressed by the big numbers. But what you usually see are sequential transfer times of large blocks. However, for the OS those are completely irrelevant. The numbers to focus on are access time and 4K random R/W speeds because that's what the OS uses most of the time.

A good SSD that is suitable for the OS should have an access time around 0.1ms (as measured with AS SSD) and a 4K transfer time around 100MB/sec (as measured with Atto).

In your opinion what is a good SSD with these spec in a 256 drive that isn't the cost of a Samsung 840 Pro ? Since as you mentioned in another post in my situation, I'd be better with a 3 GB over a 6.

Here are a couple. I own both a Mushkin and a Crucial M4 and am very happy with those.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820226237

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820148443

 

[ICIT2LOL]

Now I have had a look and can someone tell me the difference between the 840 Pro and the straight 840 apart from the price and that it seems to me the Pro has a very slight speed increase over the plain variety?

As for the comment by Johnny Cash I am using the SanDisk Extreme in my laptop and it has a Sandforce controller and it like I said before leaves my 830 in the blocks on boot up and I think even between apps tabs etc Mind you I do have 8 on it!

My supplier at the moment Solid State Drives (SSD) really does limit me to a few brands unlike what everyone else has got. So I cannot try the OCZ or Crucial right now as they used to carry them but not now. If you are wondering they are about the best priced site over here some are cheaper but very suspect.

 

[kbrady1979]

The "cellular" architecture is the biggest difference. The 840 Pro uses MLC nand and the 840 uses TLC nand. The TLC has more bits per cell than MLC, and therefore has a reputation of not lasting as long....whether or not that's true is up for debate. Also, the capacities are different. 128/256/512GB for the Pro models, 120/250/500 for the regular models. I think the 840 Pro has a longer warranty too.

If you really want to know the ins and outs of it, look up SLC nand, MLC nand, and TLC nand.

SLC = Single-level cells
MLC = Multi-level cells
TLC = Triple-level cells

 

[ICIT2LOL]

The "cellular" architecture is the biggest difference. The 840 Pro uses MLC nand and the 840 uses TLC nand. The TLC has more bits per cell than MLC, and therefore has a reputation of not lasting as long....whether or not that's true is up for debate. Also, the capacities are different. 128/256/512GB for the Pro models, 120/250/500 for the regular models. I think the 840 Pro has a longer warranty too.

If you really want to know the ins and outs of it, look up SLC nand, MLC nand, and TLC nand.

SLC = Single-level cells
MLC = Multi-level cells
TLC = Triple-level cells

Thanks mate I think I shall have to stick to the straight 840 as the finances are a bit stretched at the moment and I am not in any desperate rush

 

[kbrady1979]

What size are you going for? 120/250/500?

 

[ICIT2LOL]

The 250 as the 120 is getting a bit full.

 

[kbrady1979]

The 250GB still has great performance. Let us know when you get it!

 

[ICIT2LOL]

The 250GB still has great performance. Let us know when you get it!

Ok will do but have to get the eyes done first LOL!!

 

[JerometheGiraff]

Too many SSD beginners get impressed by the big numbers. But what you usually see are sequential transfer times of large blocks. However, for the OS those are completely irrelevant. The numbers to focus on are access time and 4K random R/W speeds because that's what the OS uses most of the time.

A good SSD that is suitable for the OS should have an access time around 0.1ms (as measured with AS SSD) and a 4K transfer time around 100MB/sec (as measured with Atto).

In your opinion what is a good SSD with these spec in a 256 drive that isn't the cost of a Samsung 840 Pro ? Since as you mentioned in another post in my situation, I'd be better with a 3 GB over a 6.

Here are a couple. I own both a Mushkin and a Crucial M4 and am very happy with those.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820226237

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820148443

Thanks, I read there some issues with both of these drives, many having stability issues.

 

[paulpicks21]

Anyone seen these yet? New Samsung 840 Evo Drives, upto 1TB.
I expect they will be the top dog very soon.

Samsung announces SSD 840 Evo in sizes up to 1TB | bit-tech.net

http://www.techpowerup.com/187354/samsung-announces-ssd-840-evo-series-solid-state-drives.html

 

[ICIT2LOL]

Anyone seen these yet? New Samsung 840 Evo Drives, upto 1TB.
I expect they will be the top dog very soon.

Samsung announces SSD 840 Evo in sizes up to 1TB | bit-tech.net

Samsung Announces SSD 840 EVO Series Solid State Drives | techPowerUp

Nice Paul but am afraid to ask how much am having a job to buy the standard 840 256 right now these will be well out of reach for me. I personally don't like large drives as lose it and you lose a lot.

 

[ICIT2LOL]

Well I find this surprising and I wonder what dollars they are quoting in AnandTech | Samsung launch the 840 EVO: Up to 1TB and Faster Writes for 120GB

PS I also found this for those who are wondering http://www.anandtech.com/show/6884/crucial-micron-m500-review-960gb-480gb-240gb-120gb

 

[Britton30]

That is US dollars John. Still too expensive for me in a TB SSD.

 

[kbrady1979]

I saw the Samsung Evo SSD's and I don't know how that's going to work honestly. I'll keep an eye on them though.

 

[Britton30]

What do you mean Kelly?

 

[kbrady1979]

What do you mean Kelly?

I read a few articles about it and there is just so much complexity built into these drives now. Simulated SLC mode, Turbo Write, etc......I'm hoping this drive will still be as reliable as other Samsung drives(Gary, you just had bad luck with yours I think), and they aren't trying to do too much with them.