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OCZ Vertex 3 Solid State Drives unleash the performance potential of the SATA 6Gbps interface, leading the speed revolution in this next-generation solution. As the first SSD to feature the latest SandForce controller design, OCZ designed the Vertex 3 to push the limits in both sequential and random read/write rates to blaze past the competition when every MB/s matters. With incredible 4k file writes up to 60,000 IOPS, these latest drives take productivity, gaming, and multimedia applications to the next level to work in perfect symmetry with the latest enthusiast platforms.
Built with the quality, reliability, and durability that lives up to the OCZ name, the Vertex 3 Series easily integrates into today’s mobile and desktop platforms and features TRIM support to optimize performance over the drive’s lifespan as the ultimate Windows 7 companion.
OCZ Vertex 3 Solid State Drives unleash the performance potential of the SATA 6Gbps interface, leading the speed revolution in this next-generation solution. As the first SSD to feature the latest SandForce controller design, OCZ designed the Vertex 3 to push the limits in both sequential and random read/write rates to blaze past the competition when every MB/s matters. With incredible 4k file writes up to 60,000 IOPS, these latest drives take productivity, gaming, and multimedia applications to the next level to work in perfect symmetry with the latest enthusiast platforms.
Built with the quality, reliability, and durability that lives up to the OCZ name, the Vertex 3 Series easily integrates into today’s mobile and desktop platforms and features TRIM support to optimize performance over the drive’s lifespan as the ultimate Windows 7 companion.
Industry-Leading Performance & EnduranceDriven by the second generation of SandForce SSD controller (SF-2281), the Vertex 3 Series is designed and built to unleash the full potential of the 6Gbps SATA III interface. The Vertex 3 pushes the limits in both sequential and random data transfer rates, significantly improving your productivity, gaming, multimedia, and overall computing experience. In addition, the SSD controller’s integrated enhanced DuraClass Technology is architected to leverage today’s densest MLC NAND Flash memory, delivering best-in-class performance, endurance, security, and power efficiency in a “DRAM-less”, single chip solution.
A Superior PC ExperienceIn addition to maximum performance, a Vertex3 upgrade promotes cooler, quieter, and more energy efficient conditions compared to traditional mechanical hard drives. With no moving parts, SSDs provide peace of mind with their superior durability and reliability. Vertex 3 SSDs work in perfect harmony with next generation platforms and operating systems to deliver the ultimate storage solution.
TRIM SupportThe Vertex 3 Series SSDs offer native TRIM support featured in Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2. Designed to maintain the performance of SSD at an optimal level over the lifetime of the drive, TRIM functions by actively deleting invalid data from the SSD’s memory cells to ensure that write operations perform at full speed. Since a memory block must be erased before it can be re-programmed, TRIM improves performance by pro-actively erasing pages containing invalid data, allowing the SSD to write new data without first having to perform a time-consuming erase command.
2.5" to 3.5" Adapter IncludedThe Vertex 3 Series features a standard 2.5-inch form factor for compatibility with notebooks and select desktops. A 2.5-inch to 3.5-inch mounting bracket is included with the SSD for compatibility with standard hard drive mounting.
Learn more about the OCZ Storage Solutions VTX3-25SAT3-120G
Model
Brand
OCZ
Series
Vertex 3
Model
VTX3-25SAT3-120G
Device Type
Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Used For
Consumer
Details
Form Factor
2.5"
Capacity
120GB
Memory Components
MLC
Interface
SATA III
Controller
SandForce
Performance
Sustained Sequential Read
Up to 550MBps
Sustained Sequential Write
Up to 500MBps
MTBF
2,000,000 hours
Features
Features
Max Read: up to 550 MB/s (SATA 6Gbps) up to 280 MB/s (SATA 3Gbps)
Max Write: up to 500 MB/s (SATA 6Gbps) up to 260 MB/s (SATA 3Gbps)
4KB Random Read: 20,000 IOPS (75 MB/s) 4KB Random Write: 60,000 IOPS (235 MB/s) Maximum 4KB Random Write: 85,000 IOPS (330 MB/s)
4K Random Read AS-SSD: 29,000 IOPS (115 MB/s) 4K Random Write AS-SSD: 38,000 IOPS (150 MB/s)
ECC Recovery: Up to 55 bits correctable per 512-byte sector (BCH)
Support Self-Monitoring, Analysis and ReportingTechnology (S.M.A.R.T.)
Fully compliant with Serial ATA InternationalOrganization: Serial ATA Revision 3.0.Fully compliant with ATA/ATAPI-8StandardNative Command Queuing (NCQ)
Note: 1. Maximum Sequential Speeds are determined using ATTO 2. Small file I/O performance is measured using Iometer2008, Queue Depth 32, 4KB Aligned; Logical Block Address (LBA) range: 85%of total drive capacity 3. Small file I/O performance is measured using Iometer2008, Queue Depth 32, 4KB Aligned; Logical Block Address (LBA) range: 8GBIncompressible data performance is measured using AS-SSD; 64 thread for 4K specs 4. Full performance achieved with a native SATA 6Gbps controller
Environmental
Power Consumption (Idle)
1.65W
Power Consumption (Active)
3W
Max Shock Resistance
1500G
Dimensions & Weight
Height
0.37"
Width
3.93"
Depth
2.74"
Weight
0.17 lbs.
Additional Information
Date First Available
March 30, 2011
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