OCZ Vertex 3 SSD With 20nm MLC Flash Chips

OCZ Technology Group, Inc. announced a 20nm NAND flash version of its Vertex 3 SSD Series.

The Vertex 3.20 SSD is a 2.5-inch, 6Gbps SATA III-based MLC drive that implements the feature-set of the Vertex 3 Series but is built around smaller NAND flash process geometry.

Being that the Vertex 3 Series is one of OCZ’s most popular SSDs to date, and has received numerous accolades from media reviewers globally, the implementation of 20nm NAND flash will extend its availability and enable mainstream users of mobile and desktop platforms to improve gaming, multimedia, and the overall computing experience over traditional HDDs and other competing SSDs. The Vertex 3.20 SSD will be available in 120GB and 240GB storage capacities, with 480GB capacities to follow soon.

Utilizing the LSI SandForce SF-2200 processor, the Vertex 3.20 SSD delivers performance of synchronous 20nm NAND flash supporting read bandwidth up to 550MB/s, write bandwidth up to 520MB/s, random read performance up to 35,000 IOPS, and random write performance up to 65,000 IOPS. It is also optimized to provide endurance and reliability coupled with power efficiency.

"OCZ is always looking for ways to deliver superior SSD storage performance and features, as well as making this technology more accessible to the complete range of customers," said Daryl Lang, SVP of product management for OCZ. "The Vertex 3 has been a popular SSD series among consumers and implementing the newer, smaller process geometry will not only extend its life, but enables mainstream users with an excellent computing experience at a competitive price point."

The Vertex 3.20 SSD is supported by a 3-year warranty and will be available shortly through global channel in 120GB and 240GB storage capacities.