Corsair Force GS ATA Device
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| Corsair Force GS ATA Device | 128 | 724 | 312 | 219 | 32.18 | 116.26 | 0.13 | 0.07 |
| Corsair Force GS ATA Device | 128 | 675 | 299 | 184 | 31.50 | 113.53 | 0.16 | 0.07 |
The measurement of the Corsair Force GS ATA Device was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the Corsair Force GS ATA Device under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the Corsair Force GS ATA Device should be used.
The Corsair Force GS is a solid-state drive (SSD) from Corsair known for its high performance and reliability in various applications. Here is a detailed description of the technical details, features and application areas of this model:
Technical details
1. Model name: Corsair Force GS
2. Capacities: Available in different sizes, typically 120 GB, 240 GB and 480 GB
3. Form factor: 2.5 inches (standard size for SSDs used in desktop PCs and laptops)
4. Interface: SATA III 6.0 Gb/s (Serial ATA III), backwards compatible with SATA II 3.0 Gb/s and SATA I 1.5 Gb/s
5. Storage technology: NAND Flash, often with MLC (Multi-Level Cell) technology
6. Controller: SandForce SF-2200/2281 (depending on model variant)
7. Rotational speed: No rotation, as SSDs have no rotating parts
8. Maximum data transfer rate:
- Read: Up to 550 MB/s
- Write: Up to 500 MB/s
9. Random Read/Write Speeds:
- Random Read: Up to 85,000 IOPS (Input/Output Operations Per Second)
- Random Write: Up to 90,000 IOPS
10. Operating temperature range: 0 °C to 70 °C
11. Weight: Approximately 70–100 g
Features
1. SATA III interface: Supports data transfer rates of up to 6 Gb/s, enabling high read and write speeds. Compatibility with older SATA versions ensures that the SSD can be used in a wide range of systems.
2. SandForce SF-2200/2281 Controller: This controller optimizes performance and reliability through advanced data compression, encryption, and error correction algorithms.
3. MLC NAND Flash: Multi-Level Cell technology offers a good balance between performance, durability and cost. MLC stores more data per cell than SLC (Single-Level Cell), which reduces costs while keeping performance high.
4. TRIM Support: Allows the SSD to identify and delete unused data blocks, improving the long-term performance and lifespan of the hard drive.
5. Wear Leveling: Ensures that writes are evenly distributed across the entire NAND memory cell to extend the lifespan of the SSD.
6. SMART Support: Supports Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology, which enables monitoring of SSD health and performance.
Scope
1. Desktop PCs: Ideal for improving system performance by providing faster boot and loading times for operating systems and applications. The high speed increases overall system responsiveness.
2. Laptops: With its compact size and high performance, the Force GS improves the user experience when working with laptops by increasing energy efficiency and reducing boot and loading times.
3. Gaming Systems: Increases game loading speed and reduces the time needed to load levels and data, resulting in a better gaming experience.
4. Professional applications: Suitable for data-intensive applications such as video and image editing, database management and virtual machines where high read and write speeds are required.
5. System Upgrades: A cost-effective way to modernize older systems by installing an SSD, which significantly improves overall performance and responsiveness.
Performance and reliability
- Performance: The Corsair Force GS delivers excellent performance with reads of up to 550MB/s and writes of up to 500MB/s. High IOPS performance for random reads and writes ensures fast data processing and system responsiveness.
- Reliability: With MLC NAND Flash and SandForce Controller, the Force GS offers high reliability and durability. TRIM support and wear leveling contribute to the long-term performance and lifespan of the SSD.
Summary
The Corsair Force GS is a high-performance 2.5-inch SSD equipped with a SATA III interface and available in various capacities. It offers high read and write speeds thanks to the SandForce SF-2200/2281 controller and MLC NAND flash technology. TRIM support and wear leveling improve the long-term performance and lifespan of the SSD. The Force GS is ideal for desktop PCs, laptops, gaming systems and professional applications where fast data processing and system response times are required. It is an excellent choice for users looking for a reliable and powerful storage solution.
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Corsair Force GS ATA Device 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 Corsair Force GS ATA Device.
The Corsair Force GS ATA Device is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the Corsair Force GS ATA Device regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.