First 128TB SSDs will launch in the coming months
Phison's Pascari brand plans to release 128TB SSDs, competing with Samsung, Solidigm, and Kioxia. These SSDs target high-performance computing, AI, and data centers, with larger models expected soon. The X200 PCIe Gen5 Enterprise SSDs with CoXProcessor CPU architecture aim to meet the rising demand for storage solutions amidst increasing data volumes and generative AI integration, addressing businesses' data management challenges effectively.
Read original articleIn the coming months, Phison's Pascari brand is set to launch the first 128TB SSDs, challenging major players like Samsung, Solidigm, and Kioxia for the storage capacity crown. These SSDs are designed for high-performance computing, AI, hyperscale, and data centers. While initially available in sizes up to 32TB, larger 64TB and 128TB models are expected to be released soon. Phison hinted at the launch of these larger capacity SSDs during the Flash Memory Storage event in August. The new X200 PCIe Gen5 Enterprise SSD range will feature the CoXProcessor CPU architecture, catering to the increasing demand for storage solutions in the face of growing data volumes and the integration of generative AI. This move comes as businesses struggle to manage and back up their expanding data sets efficiently. The introduction of these high-capacity SSDs is a significant development in the storage industry, offering enhanced storage solutions for businesses grappling with the challenges posed by the exponential growth of data.
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