Testseek.com have collected 64 expert reviews of the OCZ 2.5 inch Vertex 3.20 Series SATA600 and the average rating is 82%. Scroll down and see all reviews for OCZ 2.5 inch Vertex 3.20 Series SATA600.
May 2013
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The editors liked
A decently performing 20nm SSD from a long pedigree
Cost Savings over standard Vertex 3
240GB Vertex 3.20 shows performance increases over 25nm V3 in some areas
Silky smooth operation as a system drive
Excellent sequential reading and writing performance
Even at very low queue depths
Outstanding 4K random reading performance at low queue depths
Outstanding 4K random writing performance at low and high queu
Great value
Fast speeds
Popular SandForce 2281 controller
Excellent random 4K results
20nm flash memory
Excellent sequential performance
Great 4K write performance
Potential for 90K IOPS
Super Fast sequential Read/Write
Under $1/GB
Outstanding 550/520 MBps read/write speed with ATTO
TCG OPAL security with 256bit AES encryption
SandForce SF2281 processor supports TRIM
SMART
And RAISE
DuraWrite technology extends NAND lifetime
3Year OCZ product warranty support
120/240GB highspeed SSD storage capacities
Lightweight compact storage solution
Resistant to extreme shock impact
Low power consumption may extend b
The editors didn't like
Sandforce 2281 controller is becoming outclassed by newer gen Indilinx and Samsung parts
Performance not competitive (as compared with Intel SSD 335)
Pricing not competitive (see below)
Performance decrease in all mixed workloads versus Vertex 3
120GB Vertex 3.20 couldn't match performance of 120GB Vertex 3
Sequential writing speed slows down when faced with having to write incompressible data.
We continue to recommend the Samsung 840 for 200+ GB capacities, due to its great performance in steady state and good-enough endurance. Though the TLC 240GB SSD features slower sequential write speed in most uses this will not be a concern. It is importa...
Outstanding 550/520 MBps read/write speed with ATTO, TCG OPAL security with 256bit AES encryption, SandForce SF2281 processor supports TRIM, SMART, and RAISE, DuraWrite technology extends NAND lifetime, 3Year OCZ product warranty support, 120/240GB highspeed SSD storage capacities, Lightweight compact storage solution, Resistant to extreme shock impact, Low power consumption may extend b
Some manufacturers offer fiveyear warranty, Better performance available from 240GB version
IMPORTANT: Although the rating and final score mentioned in this conclusion are made to be as objective as possible, please be advised that every author perceives these factors differently at various points in time. While we each do our best to ensure...
Published: 2013-03-25, Author: Tony , review by: proclockers.com
With the OCZ Vertex 3.20, we see what will be a very popular trend and that is the reduction in memory NAND size. And it is nice to see OCZ leading this trend as well we have with many of their products. In this case we saw that the drive came up a tidbit...
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Published: 2013-03-17, Author: Les , review by: thessdreview.com
Normally, we might not really concern ourselves with looking at what amounts to an SSD refresh, however, we felt that the OCZ choice to retain this SSD with their future offerings spoke very well of how well the Vertex line has done since release. Perfor...
Cost Savings over standard Vertex 3, 240GB Vertex 3.20 shows performance increases over 25nm V3 in some areas
Performance decrease in all mixed workloads versus Vertex 3, 120GB Vertex 3.20 couldn't match performance of 120GB Vertex 3
The Vertex 3.20 embodies OCZ's shift to become more efficient both in production technology and in streamlining their product availability as they move forward. The line is a solid entry into the mainstream market...
Abstract: Yesterday OCZ introduced an updated version of their Vertex 3: The Vertex 3.20. The name derives from the fact that the new Vertex 3.20 uses 20nm IMFT MLC NAND, whereas the original Vertex 3 used 25nm IMFT NAND. OCZ did the same with Vertex 2 and it'...
The Vertex 4 series have a strong basis and leaves me with thirst for some more. Realistically for those on Vertex 3 or for that matter any modern slash proper SATA3 based SSD -- you'll hardly miss out on anything. If anything the Vertex 4 uses the same ...