ADATA SU900
User Benchmarks
Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
ADATA SU900 | 512 | 1447 | 517 | 481 | 291.77 | 326.54 | 0.16 | 0.04 |
ADATA SU900 | 256 | 1320 | 487 | 448 | 232.19 | 211.10 | 0.19 | 0.06 |
ADATA SU900 | 256 | 1300 | 468 | 447 | 217.74 | 211.36 | 0.14 | 0.07 |
ADATA SU900 | 512 | 1262 | 500 | 432 | 159.09 | 141.47 | 0.15 | 0.06 |
ADATA SU900 | 512 | 1255 | 490 | 440 | 157.02 | 140.41 | 0.16 | 0.07 |
ADATA SU900 | 512 | 1201 | 483 | 400 | 160.05 | 148.69 | 0.16 | 0.07 |
The measurement of the ADATA SU900 was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the ADATA SU900 under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the ADATA SU900 should be used.
The ADATA SU900 is a series of solid-state drives (SSDs) from ADATA that is characterized by high performance and reliability. Here is the detailed information about this SSD series:
1. Technical details
- Model series: ADATA SU900
- Capacities: Typical variants include 128GB, 256GB, 512GB and 1TB. Exact capacities may vary by model.
- Form Factor: 2.5 inches (also known as 7 mm height, making it suitable for most laptops and desktop computers)
- Interface: SATA III (6 Gb/s)
- NAND-Typ: 3D NAND Flash
- Controller: SMI (Silicon Motion) Controller, oft der SM2258
- Cache: DRAM cache to improve performance
- Read speed: Up to 560 MB/s (depending on capacity and model)
- Write speed: Up to 460 MB/s (depending on capacity and model)
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): Approximately 2 million hours
- Trim support: Yes
- SMART support: Yes
- Encryption: No integrated hardware encryption
2. Functions
- 3D NAND Flash Technology: Uses 3D NAND, resulting in higher density, better performance and greater reliability compared to 2D NAND.
- DRAM Cache: Features a DRAM cache that improves data access times and increases write speeds.
- SATA III interface: Provides a maximum data transfer rate of up to 6 Gb/s, ensuring solid performance for most applications.
- Trim Support: Allows the operating system to tell the SSD which blocks can be deleted or freed, improving the long-term performance and lifespan of the SSD.
- Wear Leveling: Optimizes the lifespan of the SSD by evenly distributing writes across all memory cells.
- Bad Block Management: Fixes and isolates defective memory cells to prevent data loss.
3. Areas of application
- Desktop Computers: Ideal for use in desktop PCs to improve system performance and faster loading times of programs and operating systems.
- Laptops: Suitable for laptops to reduce boot times and improve overall system responsiveness.
- Upgrade: Perfect for upgrading older HDDs (hard disk drives) to SSDs to improve performance.
- Memory intensive applications: Useful for applications that require high write and read operations, such as gaming, video editing or databases.
4. Advantages
- High Performance: The SSD offers high read and write speeds that are significantly faster than traditional hard disk drives.
- Reliability: 3D NAND technology and DRAM cache improve reliability and performance compared to older SSD technologies.
- Energy Efficiency: SSDs are more energy efficient than HDDs, which can extend laptop battery life.
- Robustness: Because SSDs have no moving parts, they are more resistant to shock and physical damage.
5. Disadvantages
- Cost: SSDs are typically more expensive per GB than HDDs, although prices have been reduced in recent years.
- No hardware encryption: The ADATA SU900 does not offer built-in hardware encryption, which can be a disadvantage for users who have high security requirements.
- Limited Lifespan: Even though modern SSDs have a long lifespan, it is limited compared to HDDs. The lifespan can be affected by intensive use and high write operations.
6. Installation and Compatibility
- Installation: The SSD is installed in a 2.5" bay of a computer or laptop. It requires a SATA data cable and a SATA power cable to operate.
- Compatibility: The ADATA SU900 is compatible with most computers and laptops that support a 2.5" SATA port. It is also compatible with various operating systems including Windows, macOS and Linux.
Summary
The ADATA SU900 is a powerful and reliable SSD series that stands out for its use of 3D NAND technology and DRAM cache. With SATA III interface, it offers high read and write speeds that can significantly improve the performance of desktop and laptop computers. Although it is more expensive than HDDs and does not offer integrated hardware encryption, it makes it worth the investment for users looking for a significant improvement in system speed and responsiveness.
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ADATA SU900 and the compatible operating systems
Windows Server 2025, 2022, 2019, 2016, ... or 2008 and higher
Windows 12, 11, 10 or Windows 7 and higher
Linux (various distributions)
macOS (from version 10.6)
Please note that the exact functions and areas of application may vary depending on the firmware version and configuration of ADATA SU900.
The ADATA SU900 is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the ADATA SU900 regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.