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Today we saw another classic solid state drive and it was our first look at the new S3 series from Plextor. The S3C is a 2.5-inch 7mm drive which makes it compatible with almost any system. It isn't a groundbreaking drive as such, but it is an...
Plextor shoots for the stars again, but the only thing high on the S3C 2.5-inch SSD is the price. We really like the free software package, but the drive doesn't hit the high performance numbers we like to see. If the price comes down and you want an SSD with a DRAM buffer, the S3C should be a nice low-cost product for casual computer users.
As an entry-level SSD, it should come as no surprise that the Plextor S3C isn't the fastest drive on the market today. Nevertheless, with its advanced technologies and high quality components, the S3C is a great choice for the consumer looking for an...
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