Intel 160GB G2

[teatime0315]

Thinking of buying this. Does anyone have any opinions on how this fares against current gen ssds?

Also what other ssds are good for 200?

 

[Dark Shroud]

If you can, the Intel 320 drives are a bit faster and the NAND is rated the same. Otherwise Intel SSDs are the most reliable.

 

[teatime0315]

I can get the 160gb G2 for about 200 dollars. Is that a good buy? Or should I just get a 120gb 320 drive?

 

[imaheadcase]

Get the one with the most space you can afford. You won't really notice a difference between the two in real world computing.

 

[Zap]

I can get the 160gb G2 for about 200 dollars.

I'd hit it for that price.

 

[Phynaz]

Get the one with the most space you can afford. You won't really notice a difference between the two in real world computing.

This.

 

[CurseTheSky]

A 160GB for $200 is a good deal. If you can check the SMART data / health first, it'd be a good idea. Considering these things still go for $400+ retail, I'd be a little suspicious, unless it's a friend that just wants to upgrade to the latest and greatest.

 

[teatime0315]

A 160GB for $200 is a good deal. If you can check the SMART data / health first, it'd be a good idea. Considering these things still go for $400+ retail, I'd be a little suspicious, unless it's a friend that just wants to upgrade to the latest and greatest.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...1137&SID=194r0

i bought this exact one. i was told it was a rebadged g2 lol. hopefully it is. :/

 

[Emulex]

yeah 160gb intel for $200 is hot. very reliable drive. just watch out for reflashed used ones you can roll back the odometer

 

[teatime0315]

I just got it from UPS. I ran Intel's Toolbox Kit and it indeed does pick it up as an intel drive.