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GIGABYTE, a leading manufacturer of motherboards, graphics cards, and other hardware solutions, has unveiled its latest NVMe SSD, the AORUS Gen5 10000. This M.2 2280 form factor SSD promises a significant performance boost for demanding users.

Leveraging a new generation PCIe® 5.0 controller and high-speed 3D-TLC NAND Flash, the AORUS Gen5 10000 supports the latest PCIe® 5.0 architecture on both Intel and AMD platforms. It delivers over 40% increased performance compared to PCIe® 4.0 SSDs, combined with effortless installation and exceptional operational stability. The separate SSD and heatsink design offers greater flexibility for system builds and thermal management. Furthermore, GIGABYTE’s exclusive GCC application provides real-time SSD monitoring, allowing users to track performance, temperature, stability, and operational capabilities.

Unleashing PCIe® 5.0 Potential

With PCIe® 5.0 support on new motherboard platforms, bandwidth and transfer performance reach new heights. The AORUS Gen5 10000 utilizes the latest Phison PS5026-E26 8-channel controller, providing superior random read speeds. Coupled with the over 200-layer stacking structure of 3D-TLC NAND Flash and integrated LPDDR4 cache design, the AORUS Gen5 10000 unlocks the full potential of PCIe® 5.0 performance, reaching blazing-fast read speeds of up to 10 GB/s, a 40% improvement over its predecessor.

alt text: Close-up of the AORUS Gen5 10000 SSD showcasing its components and design.

This high-speed storage solution is ideal for content creators, gamers, and users seeking extreme performance on both AMD and Intel PCIe® 5.0-enabled platforms. The real-time SSD monitoring within GIGABYTE’s GCC application empowers users to maintain peak performance and stability.

Flexible Thermal Management

High-speed SSDs generate significant heat, potentially leading to thermal throttling, which can impact performance. While throttling protects against data loss and controller damage, it limits transfer speeds. To mitigate this, most SSDs incorporate heatsinks, and premium motherboards often feature dedicated, advanced cooling solutions. Addressing user demand for customizable SSD cooling, the AORUS Gen5 10000 employs a separate SSD and heatsink design. This allows users to choose between their motherboard’s integrated heatsink or the included heatsink for optimized thermal management.

Optimized for GIGABYTE Motherboards

The AORUS Gen5 10000 utilizes the NVMe M.2 interface. To achieve the breakthrough 10GB/s read speeds, users should pair this SSD with GIGABYTE motherboards that support PCIe® 5.0. These motherboards undergo rigorous testing and validation by GIGABYTE’s R&D team, ensuring high stability and optimized performance, making them an ideal complement to the AORUS Gen5 10000.

Future Performance Enhancements

GIGABYTE’s R&D team is continually evaluating and validating upcoming NAND Flash ICs and components to further enhance SSD performance. They aim to deliver even higher speeds, targeting read speeds up to 12GB/s in the future. Users can anticipate unparalleled PCIe® 5.0 SSD performance from GIGABYTE as these new components become available.

Conclusion

The AORUS Gen5 10000 SSD represents a significant leap in storage technology, offering blazing-fast speeds and enhanced flexibility. Its innovative design and focus on thermal management make it a compelling choice for users seeking top-tier performance. Coupled with a compatible GIGABYTE motherboard, the AORUS Gen5 10000 is poised to redefine storage performance for demanding applications.