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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/4929803

Western Digital is creating new SSDs specifically in the form factor used in handhelds like the Steam Deck and ROG Ally. These come in 500gb, 1tb, and 2tb options.

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[–] AProfessional@lemmy.world 3 points 1 year ago (1 children)

It is likely SLC will never exist in this form factor and even MLC is getting rare in general.

[–] CatZoomies@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

True. I didn't think about it, but I guess that should have been obvious since 2230 isn't a common standard - manufacturers won't spend for that.

Meanwhile, i've had lots of WD drives without any issues. And some of my SSDs are TLC and QLC (before I knew about QLC longevity). I can't imagine I'll go wrong with these upcoming SN770 drives.

[–] AProfessional@lemmy.world 1 points 1 year ago

Yeah, it’s significantly more expensive so only the commercial market values the reliability gains enough. Even then MLC, TLC get more reliable over time too.