Transcend introduces two new NVD-type SSDs: MTE820 and JetDrive 820

Transcend has introduced two new SSD series using TLC-type NAND 3D memory, with two different orientations. While the MTE820 is targeting the general market for M2 type SSDs with PCIe 3.0 x4 interface. The JetDrive 820 is a specific model for those who want to upgrade their Macs with a new PCIe 3.0 x2 type SSD.

The first will be available in capacities of 128 GB, 256 GB, and 512 GB. While the second will be available with 240 GB, 480 G, and 960 GB. They use an SM2260 controller from Silicon Motion. And while the former achieves a sequential read/write speed of 1760/1100 MB/s. Also, the second one reaches 950 MB/s in both because of the limitation of being PCIe 3.0 x2 -used on the Mac ancients. This JetDrive 820 also works on PCIe 2.0 x2 but at speeds of 700/650 MB/s.

PCIe Gen3 x4 MTE820 M.2 SSD

Transcend’s MTE820 M.2 SSD utilizes the PCI Express® Gen3 x4 interface supported by the latest NVMe™ standard, to unleash next-generation performance. The MTE820 M.2 SSD aims at high-end applications, such as digital audio/video production, gaming, and enterprise use.

TRANSCEND SSD MTE850 With PCI Express GEN 3X4

That requires constant processing heavy workloads with no system lags or slowdowns of any kind. Powered by 3D TLC NAND flash memory, the MTE820 M.2 SSD gives you not only fast transfer speeds but unmatched reliability.

MTE820 Understanding the PCIe interface

PCIe (or PCI Express®) is a much faster interface than SATA (or Serial ATA) for connecting a host computer to solid-state storage devices. That is over one or more lanes consisting of one transmit and one receive serial interface in each lane, meaning it can better fulfill new performance requirements.

MTE820 Understanding the NVMe standard

NVMe (or NVM Express®) is a host controller interface standard designed to address the needs of enterprise and client applications that utilize PCI Express-based solid-state storage. NVMe calls for better performance vectors than AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface), including scalable bandwidth, increased IOPS, and low latency.

MTE820, Transcend introduces two new NVD-type SSDs: MTE820 and JetDrive 820, Optocrypto

3D expansion to break through limits

Unlike the existing planar NAND chips. 3D NAND flash is a type of flash memory in which the memory cells are stacked vertically in multiple layers. 3D NAND is developed to break through density limitations of the 2D planar NAND, and thus can deliver a greater level of performance and endurance.

Transcend SSD Scope software

To keep your Transcend SSD running fast and error-free. Also, Transcend’s SSD Scope software application is available for download free of charge. Monitor your SSD’s health status with S.M.A.R.T. technology. That enable the TRIM command for optimum write speeds, keep your SSD’s firmware up-to-date, and migrate data from your original drive to a new SSD with just a few clicks.

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