Intel used IDF 2011 to debut its 710 Series of SSDs, but what's the company planning on the SSD-front over the coming year? The roadmap below, claims to tell all.
The SLC-based 720 Series which is expected in 200GB and 400GB capacities, utilises PCIe connectivity and is set to launch this quarter. The 520 Series SKUs - shipping in capacities ranging from 60GB through to 480GB - are MLC-based SKUs and utilise SATA 6Gbps connectivity. The expectation here, is for a November launch. Down into the 300 Series, we have 2.5in and mSATA-based 'Hawley Creek' SKUs - succeeding Larson Creek - and positioned as the new perfect companion to Intel's Smart Response Technology (SRT).
Moving into Q2 2012, Intel's apparently planning an expansion of its 720 Series 'Ramsdale' family, with PCIe-based SKUs, suggested to push as high as 800GB, and utilising MLC-HET NAND flash. The 710 Series looks like it will be followed-up by 'Taylorsville' in Q3 2012. With SATA 6Gbps connectivity, capacities are again suggested to reach up to 800GB. Moving down to the 500 Series, we see mention of 'King Crest' for Q2 2012. Here, capacities are listed as 'TBD', and all we know is that these SKUs will utilise SATA 6Gbps connectivity and a 2.5in form factor.
The 300 Series is said to be refreshed in Q3 2012 with 'Lincoln Crest'. Once again, there's no mention of capacities, but these 2.5in SKUs look set to be MLC-based and breakaway from the SATA 3Gbps shackles of their predecessors.
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