TeamGroup T-Force G70 Pro (4TB) - PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD makes use of an innogrit controller, designed and aimed at gamers this new SDSD series from teamGroup is bound to impress with respectable performance and good value for money.
Predator (and overall Acer’s) storage products are manufactured by BIWIN Storage Technology (for example, it’s also applicable for HP SSDs/RAM). The presented series has various available frequencies and kits of multiple capacities. The sample we got is 6800 MHz, 32 GB (16 GB x 2), and CL32-45-45-108, but there are also ones starting from 6400 MHz and reaching up to 8000 MHz
The Corsair MP700 Pro SE marks the second generation of Corsair's PCIe 5.0 solid-state drives (SSDs), designed to fully utilize the PCIe 5.0 interface. This latest model significantly advances in speed, achieving up to 14 GB/s, and expands the series to cater to various performance requirements.
V-Color is a company (from Taiwan established in 2006) for which we have already reviewed two other DDR5 kits. One was the ROG Manta XSky series, with a frequency of 7000 MHz and CL36 latency; the second one was - Manta XPrism 6200 CL36, which is from the same series as the product we will present today. This time, the sample is from the (very) high-capacity kits (2x48 GB), reaching up to 6800 MHz; here, it’s a 6800 CL34 version. This series in the V-Color offers frequencies up to 8400 MHz.
Lexar SL660 BLAZE Gaming Portable SSD. New drive has latest USB 3.2 Gen2 x2 technology and blazing-fast NVMe performance. It is perfect for boosting the performance of your consoles and editing workstations, at 2000 MB/sec.
We review the KIOXIA EXCERIA PLUS G3 SSD, aimed at the mainstream consumer market seeking to enhance their system performance beyond the capabilities of initial entry-level M.2 SSDs. This latest model moves past the limitations of earlier technologies like PCIe Gen3 and NVMe 1.3, offering upgrades in both performance and capacity. Notably, the EXCERIA PLUS G3 SSD comes in larger storage options, such as 2TB, addressing the need for higher data storage capacity.
G.Skill is a company (from Taipei) whose products don’t need an introduction, as it’s one of the most well-known RAM manufacturers. The provided sample is from a Trident Z5 series consisting of two 32 GB modules with a frequency of 6400 MHz. At first glance, it should be the sweet spot choice for the AMD Ryzen 7000 series and the Intel processors.
We look at a TeamGroup T-Force XTREEM 48GB DDR5 - 8200 MHz CL38 DDR5 memory kit. This set is based on their newly released XTREEM series. We have never seen DDR5 memory so fast, but we have never seen so many compatibility issues also. Join us in a quick review of what is achievable.
In an effort to make M.2 SSDs cheaper manufacturers are diverting to different controllers and QLC NAND. HP is joining in on that with their FX700 series NMVe SSD. How does 2TB storage for $89 sound? With a Gen4x4 NVMe Maxio 1602 controller 2400MT/s 3D QLC NAND flash, this SSD reaches sequential read and write speeds up to 7200/6200 MB/s, respectively.
Let me introduce you to Corsair's more affordable NVMe SSD, the Corsair MP600 Elite PCIe Gen 4.0 SSD; this is one a fast PCIe Gen 4.0 NVMe SSD that is based on a dramless design. With a transfer rate of 7000 MB/sec, the 2 TB version is priced at 10 cents per GB. However, there is a twist in this round, as the new model comes equipped with an entirely new heatsink. Not only does it look very attractive, but it also functions admirably.
How does 4TB storage for $199 sound? With a Gen4x4 NVMe controller and 2400MT/s 3D TLC NAND flash, the S93 reaches sequential read and write speeds up to 7400/6500 MB/s, respectively. It is built for PCIe 4.0 but has compatibility with M.2 PCIe 3.0 and PCIe 5.0 slots
Neo Forza MDK5 (who from you remembers the MDK game from 1997?) 6000 CL40 96 GB kit is the third one we got to look at. The previous ones were the Trinity Jetblack 6000 CL40 2x 32 GB and the Trinity DDR5 6400 CL40 2x 16GB. This Taiwanese company (founded in 2018) is a brand of Goldkey (existing since 1998) and obviously likes to provide the DDR5 sets with CL40 timing because the one we are looking at has the same main latency setting.
Delivering superior performance (7400 MB/s) at an affordable price, Crucial's T500 PRO comes dressed to impress. The slower adoption rate of PCIe Gen 5.0 SSDs prompted Crucial to introduce a new SKU featuring a heatsink. The T500 PRO has been enhanced with highly optimized firmware. At a price point of $119 for 2TB, it offers commendable value.
Corsair is a company that doesn’t need an introduction but also relates to the PC RAM market. The Dominator series was always their best, and we got an opportunity to check the DDR5 memory from Dominator Titanium First Edition with 7200 MHz frequency (and CL34) with a 2 x 16 GB capacity. This top-tier series in the Corsair offers frequencies up to 7200 MHz (at this moment, but there should be even the 8000 MHz variants). Dominator Titanium RAM includes the proprietary DHX cooling technology, 11 individually addressable LEDs, and a range of accessories that allow users to modify the modules’ appearance.
We examine the Crucial X9 Pro Portable USB SSD (2TB). As a mainstream portable storage solution, it boasts speeds of up to 1 GB/sec using USB 3.2 Gen 2.
G.Skill is a company (from Taipei) whose products don’t need an introduction. The main “dish” is the RAM, from the DDR5 type. The provided sample is from a Trident Z5 series. We already covered the 5600 MHz CL36 (RGB-less) variant back in March’2022 (and it earned the “Recommended” award), and 7200 MHz CL34 (with the RGB lighting) also in March, but 2023 (this time it was the “Top Pick”). This time around, the sample is from the high-capacity kits (2x24 GB/2x48 GB) that were announced, yes – also in March (‘23), reaching up to 8200 MHz for the 2x 24 GB edition, and up to 6800 MHz when two 48 GB modules are used.
