Mushkin has just added a new storage capacity to its Atlas mSATA SSD line-up by announcing the 480GB model. Claimed as the world’s largest capacity mSATA SSD, this ultra-compact SSD is equipped with MLC NAND Flash memory chips, a SATA 6.0 Gbps interface, a SandForce SF-2281 controller, TRIM support, a built-in BCH ECC and backed by a 3-year limited warranty. The 480GB Atlas will go on sale from mid-January 2013 for $499.99. [Mushkin]
Mushkin has released their newest mSATA SSD, the Atlas deluxe. Coming in 30GB capacity, this ultra-compact SSD is equipped with MLC NAND Flash memory chips, a SATA 6.0 Gbps interface, a SandForce SF-2281 controller, TRIM support and can deliver read and write speeds of up to 555MB/s and 365MB/s, respectively. The 30GB Atlas deluxe will start shipping this month for unannounced price yet. [Mushkin]
Kingmax hits back with a new line of mSATA SSDs, the MMP30. Coming in 32GB, 64GB and 128GB sizes, these compact and lightweight SSDs are compliant with JEDEC MO-300B specifications, have a SATA 6.0 Gbps interface, support Intel Smart Response Technology and capable of delivering read and write speeds of up to 320MB/s and 520MB/s, respectively. Unfortunately, there’s no word on pricing yet. [Kingmax]
Apacer hits back with a new line of mSATA SSDs, the Mini M4-M. Coming in capacities ranging from 4GB to 64GB, these ultra-compact SSDs are equipped with MLC NAND Flash memory chips, a 52-pin mSATA connector, TRIM support and capable of delivering read and write speeds of up to 80MB/s and 43MB/s, respectively. Unfortunately, there’s no word on pricing yet. [Apacer]
Micron Japan will release a new line of mSATA SSDs, the Crucial m4. Coming in four different capacities: 32GB, 64GB, 128GB and 256GB, these SSDs are equipped with a SATA 6.0 Gbps interface and promise to deliver read/write speeds of up to 440/50 MB/s (32GB Model), 500/95 MB/s (64GB Model), 500/260 MB/s (128GB & 256GB Models), respectively. The Crucial m4 mSATA SSDs will start shipping from late July for 5,100 Yen (about $65), 7,200 Yen (about $92), 11,800 Yen (about $151) and 23,800 Yen (about $305), respectively. [Micron Japan]