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ADATA Technology, a leading producer of DRAM modules and NAND flash devices, is announcing three new models of SATA 6Gb/s solid-state drives (SSDs). The Premier Pro SP900 M.2 2242 and M.2 2280 for Ultrabooks and desktops, and the Premier Pro SP910 (2.5″ x 7mm) for gamers and video editors, are all terrific upgrade options to give users the experience of the optimized performance of an SSD.
PREMIER PRO SP900 M.2 2242 AND M.2 2280
The Premier Pro SP900 M.2 2242 (22mm x 42mm), and the Premier Pro SP900 M.2 2280 (22mm x 80mm), are some of the smallest SSDs on the market, with an ultra-thin design that meets the new M.2 form factor standard. The Premier Pro SP900 M.2 models will be available in capacities of 128GB, 256GB and 512GB. These two new SSDs are suitable for use in either Ultrabooks or with the latest motherboards being released that feature an on-board M.2 slot.
Utilizing an LSI-SandForce SF-2281 controller, the SP900 M.2 models achieve sequential read speeds of 550 MB/s and sequential write speeds of 530 MB/s. The SP900 M.2 models both support Intel Smart Response Technology, which utilizes caching algorithms to enhance performance. The SP900 M.2 models also support DEVSLP (Device Sleep) mode, which is an important factor in prolonging battery life in modern Ultrabooks, notebooks and laptops.
PREMIER PRO SP910
ADATA’s newest Premier Pro SP910 is a 2.5″ x 7mm form factor SSD that is compatible with all slim PCs on the market. It comes bundled with a spacer and 3.5″ converter, making it compatible with 9.5mm applications and standard 3.5″ mechanical HDD drive bays. The Premier Pro SP910 features built-in ECC (Error Code Correction) of up to 128bits/2KB, and S.M.A.R.T. drive health attributes monitoring to ensure data integrity and security.
ADATA’s Premier Pro SP910 utilizes Marvell’s 88SS9187 controller to achieve sequential read speeds of 560 MB/s and sequential writes speeds of 460 MB/s. Random 4K read speeds are stated as 91,000 IOPS and random 4K write speeds are stated as 77,000 IOPS. The Premier Pro SP910 is offered in capacities of 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, and a whopping 1TB.
Purchasers of ADATA SSDs are also entitled to download and utilize ADATA’s free “SSD Toolbox” software, enhancing users’ ability to monitor drive health and status, as well as adjusting system settings to increase stability and drive life span. A free download of Acronis True Image HD is also available for those choosing to migrate as opposed to doing a fresh installation of their operating system.
Pricing and availability have not yet been announced. The product page for the Premier Pro SP900 M.2 models can be viewed here; while the Premier Pro SP910 product page can be viewed here. The ADATA press release announcing these new drives can be viewed in its entirety here.
