The SSD 320 has a sequential write speed of 220 MB per seconds, more than double that of the X25-M, and a sequential read speed of 270 MB per second. The faster speeds improve a PC’s multitasking capabilities. For example, there is no perceivable slowdown when playing background music or downloading a video to the SSD, while working on a document, Intel said.

Although this drive isn’t as fast as say the OCZ Vertex 2 Pro (285MB/sec Read, 275MB/sec Write) Intel states that the 320 will maintain its rated speed for longer and has a better bang for you buck. I guess we will have to wait for the reviews to get the final word! Here are some specs.

Intel SSD 320 Specs

• Form Factors: 1.8-inch and 2.5-inch
• Capacity — 80/160/300 GB (1.8-inch), 40/80/120/160/300/600 GB (2.5-inch)
• Intel 25nm NAND MLC Flash Memory
• SATA 3Gb/s interface
• Sustained sequential read: Up to 270 MB/s
• Sustained sequential write: Up to 220 MB/s
• AES 128-bit Encryption
• Intel SSD Toolbox
• OS-aware hot plug/removal
• Enhanced power-loss data protection
• Power – Active – Up to 4W (TYP), Idle: 700 mW (non-DIPM)
• Uncorrectable Bit Error Rate (UBER): 1 sector per 10¹⁶ bits read
• Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF): 1,200,000 hours
• Lifetime Endurance – Up to 60 TBW
• Weight: 1.8-inch: up to 49 grams, 2.5-inch 7mm: up to 82 grams, 2.5-inch 9.5mm: up to 88 grams
• 3-year warranty