Solid-State Drives are the generation of storage devices used in computer systems. Compared to traditional hard disk drives, SSDs use much faster flash-based memory. So, upgrading to the latest SSD is one of the fastest and easiest ways to enhance the speed of your computer system. In this review, we will review the spec and feature details of the Transcend 32GB TS32GSSD500 SSD.
Transcend let us review their modern high-performance MLC Based SSDs (32GB) and (256GB) capacity. These hard drives feature a SATA interface and a 2.5-inch form factor. The storage devices can be easily fitted into a laptop, but for this post, we will be using a desktop computer that supports SATA2 drives.
We will start this review by discussing the specifications, features, and performance. Then, we will carry out a minimum number of benchmarks if compared with the OCZ Agility, laptop hard disk, desktop hard disk, and against other solid-state drives for tests. Then, we will discuss a number of real-world tests.
About Transcend
Transcend is a renowned brand for designing and manufacturing memory devices, including flash memory cards, USB flash drives, Computer RAM, card readers, and a number of various other electronic devices. The company claims to be the pioneer of memory devices in Taiwan as well as the 2nd to receive ISO 9001 certification.
Specifications
In the review, the specifications were given at the upper rear left of the box. Also, the Transcend SSD Reviews specs are not completely shown.
- Brand: Transcend
- Weight: 66g
- Dimensions (mm): 100.30 x 69.85 x 9.50
- Form Factor: 2.5″ desktop or notebook HDD
- Transfer Speed: 90 MB/s write, 150 MB/s read
- Interface: SATA 3.0Gb/s
- Power Consumption: 2.3W active, 0.7W idle
Features
- Endurance and Reliability
Transcend 32GB TS32GSSD500 SSD offers great TBW (Terabytes Written) values (2,940 TB max), representing the amount of info/data you can write into the SSD over its lifetime. Also, it features ECC (Error Correcting Code), DevSleep, Wear-leveling, and Garbage Collection.
- MLC NAND Flash Inside
Transcend’s Solid-State Drives SSDs are manufactured with top-tier, reliable MLC NAND flash memory to make sure superior endurance and stability. These features make this storage device compatible with high-end applications.
- A Better Choice than a Hard Drive
SSDs dominate the market for PC upgrades as they are lighter and faster than hard drives. Moreover, they create less noise, more power, and are shock-resistant.
- Performance Boost
Taking complete advantage of DDR3 DRAM, SATA III 6Gb/s interface, and a powerful controller, the Transcend SSD Reviews deliver blazing-fast write and read speeds up to 560MB/s and 530MB/s.
- SSD Scope Software
Transcend SSD Scope is a user-friendly, advanced software that makes it simple to make sure your SSD remains fit and continues to work error-free and fast by optimizing the performance of your device.
- Quality
2.5-inch Solid State Drives are rigorously tested and are manufactured to the highest standards, offering top-notch reliability, performance, and quality.
What’s Inside the Box?
There are some differences among both the models (32GB and 256GB). Both the devices are enclosed in packaging, and the detail about the contents is given below.
- Transcend 2.5-inch SATA2 Solid-State Drive
- A quick installation guides
- 4 mounting screws
- Transcend product guide
- Warranty guide
On the bottom, you can see the serial numbers, model numbers, SATA connectors, and power handlings, along with several other certification logos.
Testing
The test equipment used in the review includes Crucial 2GB DDR3 PC3-8500, Intel Core i5 2.66GHz 8MB cache, Sapphire HD4350 DVI graphics card, Samsung 2TB F3 5400RPM HDD, and Corsair ATX 450W power supply unit. Each test was carried out on a similar SATA port on the motherboard. The port uses an Intel p55 chipset express, and we have SATA native enabled mode in the BIOS. When switching solid-state drives, we used a similar SATA cable and disconnected it from one device, and connected it to another. The cable remained attached to the port for all tests.
I/O Performance
Having an SSD with a blazing fast read and write speed is no less than a blessing. If you aim to use your latest storage device to save and run your OS, then the device must cope with several small random files. So, we believe that it is vital to test how many random files a drive can handle at a time. For most users who are running a mainstream PC, anything more than 1000 I/O per sec would be sufficient and can provide a simple and smooth-running system.
Final Words
In this review, we have included all the important details regarding the device which a user requires in order to make a buying decision. The IOMeter tests show that every device has some limitations and strengths to keep it functioning for a longer lifespan. Although the 256GB model performed extremely fine in the sequential tests, it fell way behind compared to most SSDs in other tests. One thing to mention here; all of the tests were synthetic and can only be used as a guide to show how 2.5-inch Solid State Drives will function in real-life use.
Hard Disk Direct has been providing its services for over a decade. At our online store, we have a number of computers, tech, and IT devices listed for sale. If you are looking to buy any kind of IT hardware accessory, you can visit our online store. Get in touch with us for exciting deals.
