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OCZ Vector SSD

The OCZ Vector 256GB SSD model packs read and write speeds of 550MB/s and 530MB/s. All Vector models are loaded with 25nm IMFT NAND synchronous flash memory. The Vector SSD series is rated to deliver 20GB of writes per day for 5 years, which equates to a total of 36.5TB’s of written data. OCZ also provides a full 5-year warranty.

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Pros

Top notch performance.
Competitive price.
7mm housing enables use in ultrabooks.
5-year warranty.

Cons

By TechSpot on November 27, 2012

What we can say with absolute certainty is that in terms of performance the Vector is a worthy successor to the Vertex 4 series. The Vector was on average 27% faster in our file copy tests and is set to cost a little over 10% more...

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By NotebookCheck on April 11, 2013

The OCZ Vector is OCZ's first 'premium' SSD with its own controller (software and hardware). The performance measurements in our test system speak for themselves and are, on average, at the same level as the Samsung SSD 840 Pro. The Vector...

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By VR-Zone on April 09, 2013

OCZ is one of the biggest players in the SSD market. Having acquired a whole company which specialized on the research and development of SSD-specific controllers, Indilinx, OCZ declared just how serious they are about grabbing a very large piece of...

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By TechRadar on April 04, 2013

Our very own Jeremy Laird has already taken a look at the latest SSD offering from OCZ - the Vector, in its 256GB capacity guise - and found it to be one of the fastest 2.5-inch SSDs we've tested. It's built using OCZ's...

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By Expert Reviews on March 27, 2013

OCZ’s latest impresses in every area: stunning speed, great design and excellent value...

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By CDRinfo on March 22, 2013

We have in our labs OCZ' s latest SATA solid state drive, the Vector 256GB SSD. The Vector SSD Series is featuring the company’s next-generation Indilinx Barefoot 3 controller and promises to provide exceptional input/output operations per...

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By Mac|Life on March 20, 2013

The current conventional logic with solid state drives goes as follows: they're new, they're cool, they're speedy, and they're expensive — but once you go SSD, it's incredibly hard to go back. This theory is fully proven with...

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By APH Networks on March 15, 2013

In September last year, we have reviewed the OCZ Vertex 4 256GB. For those who have not read that review, or do not recall the details of it, I would highly recommend you to go through the introduction and conclusion of that article before starting...

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By Computer Shopper on March 15, 2013

OCZ's latest high-end drive impresses in overall performance, making it a fine choice for enthusiasts and professional content creators. Those primarily interested in fast bootups and app launches, though, may want to look to lesser-priced...

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By PC Pro on March 08, 2013

OCZ's drive isn't far behind its nearest rival, but it's a little too expensive to topple the...

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