SeekerIntel Optane Memory H20
Blending Optane memory and QLC flash, Intel’s Optane Memory H20 is an innovative M.2 NVMe SSD that delivers a unique caching experience. It is ultra-responsive to most consumer workloads, especially repetitive tasks.
-- As reviewed by Tom's Hardware
Product details
- Sequential read/write up to (MB/s): 3400/2000
- Random read/write up to (IOPS): 380K/280K
- Form factor, Interface: M.2 2280 (22mm x 80mm), PCIe 3.0 x4
- Compatibility: all systems with M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe slot
PROS
+ + Optane caching improves system responsiveness
+ + Rivals high-end NVMe SSDs in light and mixed workloads
CONS
- Low endurance
- Optane caching not beneficial in all workloads
- Limited to specific systems and 1TB maximum capacity
- Slow sustained write performance after the SLC cache fills
- Lacks AES 256-bit encryption support
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By Tom's Hardware on May 17, 2021
Blending Optane memory and QLC flash, Intel’s Optane Memory H20 is an innovative M.2 NVMe SSD that delivers a unique caching experience. It is ultra-responsive to most consumer workloads, especially repetitive tasks.
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