OCZ Vertex 3 90GB 2.5 SATA III Solid State Drive (SSD)

OCX Vertex 3 VTX3-25SAT3-90G

Unleashing the performance potential of the SATA 6 Gbps interface, OCX leads the speed revolution with the next-generation Vertex 3 Series solid state drive. As the first SSD to feature the latest Sandforce controller design, OCZ created the Vertex 3 to push the limits in both sequential and random read/write rates to blaze past the competition when every MB/s matters.

90 GB Vertex 3 SATA III
2.5-Inch SSD

Up to 550 MB/s maximum reads and 500 MB/s of maximum writes
Up to 20,000 random 4K reads and 60,000 random 4K writes
SandForce 2281 NAND controller
Includes 3.5-inch desktop adapter bracket
Compatible with Windows-, Mac- and Linux-based systems
3-year limited warranty

With incredible random 4k file writes up to 60,000 IOPS, this SSD takes productivity, gaming, and multimedia applications to the next level to work in perfect symmetry with the latest enthusiast platforms. This model of the 2.5-inch Vertex 3 (VTX3-25SAT3-90G) offers 90 GB of storage capacity and a 500 MB/s maximum write speed.

Built with the quality, reliability, and durability that lives up to the OCZ name, the Vertex 3 Series easily integrates into today's mobile and desktop platforms, and it features TRIM support to optimize performance over the drive's lifespan as the ultimate Windows 7 companion. It's backed by a 3-year limited warranty.

Superior PC Experience

In addition to maximum performance, a Vertex 3 upgrade promotes cooler, quieter, and more energy efficient conditions compared to traditional mechanical hard drives. With no moving parts, SSDs provide peace of mind with their superior durability and reliability. Read more about SSDs below.

The OCZ Vertex 3 2.5-inch SSD with included adapter (view larger).

Which OCZ Vertex 3 SSD is Right for You?

	VTX3-25SAT3-60G	VTX3-25SAT3-90G	VTX3-25SAT3-120G	VTX3-25SAT3-240G	VTX3-25SAT3-480G
Performance
Capacity	60 GB	90 GB	120 GB	240 GB	480 GB
Maximum Reads	535 MB/s	550 MB/s	550 MB/s	550 MB/s	530 MB/s
Maximum Writes	480 MB/s	500 MB/s	500 MB/s	520 MB/s	450 MB/s
Random 4K Read	12,000 IOPS	20,000 IOPS	20,000 IOPS	40,000 IOPS	50,000 IOPS
Random 4K Write	60,000 IOPS	60,000 IOPS	60,000 IOPS	60,000 IOPS	40,000 IOPS
Max Random 4K Write	80,000 IOPS	85,000 IOPS	85,000 IOPS	85,000 IOPS	40,000 IOPS
Physical
NAND Components	2Xnm Synchronous Multi-Level Cell (MLC)
Interface	SATA III / 6 Gbps (backwards compatible with SATA II / 3 Gbps but optimized for SATA 6 Gbps)
Form Factor	2.5-inch
NAND Controller	SandForce 2281
Dimensions & Weight	99.8 x 69.63 x 9.3mm; 77g
Reliability/Protection
Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF)	2 million hours
Data Path Protection	ECC corrects up to 55 random bits per 512 byte sector (BCH)
Product Health Monitoring	Self-Monitoring, Analysis and Reporting Technology (SMART) Support
Compatibility
Serial ATA (SATA)	Fully compliant with Serial ATA International Organization (Serial ATA Revision 3.0) and ATA/ATAPI-8 Standard Native Command Queuing (NCQ)
Operating System	Windows XP 32-bit / 64-bit; Windows Vista 32-bit / 64-bit; Windows 7 32-bit / 64-bit; Linux; Mac OS X
Additional Features
Performance Optimization	TRIM (requires OS support)
Shock Resistance	Up to 1500 grams
Low Power Consumption	3W active, 1.65W idle
Service & Support	3-year warranty, toll-free tech support, 24 hour forum support
Adapter	Included 3.5-inch desktop adapter bracket

The SSD Advantage

Whether you're refreshing an older laptop or trying to maximize the potential of the latest platform, SSDs provide substantial benefits over traditional hard drives.

Greater Durability

Solid State Drives feature a non-mechanical design of NAND flash mounted to circuit boards, shock resistant up to 1500g. Hard disk drives consist of various moving parts making them susceptible to shock and damage.

Faster Performance

SSDs have 100 times greater throughput and instantaneous access times for quicker boot-ups, faster file transfers, and overall snappier performance than hard drives. HDDs can only access the data faster the closer it is from the read/ write heads, while all parts of the SSD can be accessed at once.

Less Power Consumption, Silent Operation, and Lightweight

SSDs use significantly less wattage at peak load than hard disk drives--less than 2W versus 6W for an HDD--delivering longer battery life in notebooks, less power strain on system, and a cooler computing environment. With no moving parts, SSDs run virtually silent in your notebook or PC case to eliminate distracting noises during gaming or entertainment. And SSDs won't weigh down your laptop, netbook, or tablet PC when you're on the go.