Intel Reveals 670p Up 2TB M.2 SSD With 144-Layer QLC

Building on Memory and Storage 2020 event in December, Intel Corp. is launching the SSD 670p, a 144-layer-based client SSD.

SSD 670p offers performance, cost and power for mainstream gaming and everyday PC users.
The firm introduced the SSD 670p in December 2020.
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“The Intel SSD 670p is based on our 144-Layer QLC 3D NAND with 128 Gbs per die and provides up to 2x better read performance, 38% better random read performance and up to 50% better latency over our previous gen SSDs. By offering peak performance, capacities up to 2 terabytes, and improved reliability, the Intel SSD 670p is the ideal storage solution for thin-and-light laptops.” said Rob Crooke, SVP and GM, NAND products and solutions group.

What it does:
Developed using the latest QLC technology, the SSD 670p is equipped with capacity of up to 2TB in a single drive, offering value for everyday computing needs, as well as mainstream gaming. Compared with the previous gen firm’s QLC 3D NAND SSD, the 670p offers improved performance, including 2X sequential read and a 20% endurance update. Tuned for low queue depth and mixed workloads to meet the demands of most common computing needs, the company‘s newest client drive offers a balance of performance, cost and power.

Available, the SSD 670p’s thin M.2 80mm form factor is for thin-and-light notebooks and desktop PCs.

Why it matters:
The company has been developing its QLC technology over the past decade to bring the performance and capacity needed to meet PC storage needs, including top-of-the-line storage and the ability to efficiently manage high volumes of data. The firm‘s QLC SSDs are built on floating gate technology – their data retention is a key competitive differentiator. The SSD 670p’s new cell configuration results in high-capacity storage optimized for computing needs at an affordable price.

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