Test: Einzeltest: OCZ Vertex 3 120GB Solid State Drive
Zitat: award
Pro: + Available in 60GB, 120GB and 240GB capacities
+ Excellent sequential read and write speeds
+ SATA 6Gb/s interface
+ Synchronous NAND flash
+ Supports TRIM, SMART and NCQ
+ Includes a 2.5" to 3.5" adapter bracket
+ 3 year warranty
+ 60GB and 120GB versions are reasonably priced
Contra: - Not as fast when writing incompressible data
- 240GB version is still pricey
OCZ´s 120GB Vertex 3 is an excellent choice for anyone looking to put a high-performance SSD in their desktop or laptop. Thanks to its SandForce SF-2281 controller and SATA 6Gb/s interface, the drive performed very well in our sequential read and write tests, reading at speeds as high as 558 MB/s and writing at speeds in excess of 460 MB/s. The Vertex 3 also took the top spot in our random write tests, delivering more than 66,000 IOPS. As with other SandForce drives, the Vertex 3´s performance did take a hit when reading and writing incompressible data. However, with its synchronous NAND flash, it was still faster than its sibling, the Agility 3.
The price of the 120GB Vertex 3 has come down considerably since it was introduced. It currently goes for $200 on Amazon.com , which is only $35 more than the Agility 3 . With a price gap this small, the 120GB Vertex 3 is definitely the better bang for your buck. The price of the 240GB Vertex 3 has also come down some over the last few months. However, with prices starting at $460 , it is still at least $100 more than the 240GB Agility 3. This may push more budget conscious consumers towards the Agility 3, but if you have the room in your computer, a pair of 120GB Vertex 3´s would probably be a better choice.