Ask Engadget: Best SSD under $150?

We know you've got questions, and if you're brave enough to ask the world for answers, here's the outlet to do so. This week's Ask Engadget question is coming to us from David, who's looking to get himself a boot drive that's fast, durable, fast, reliable and fast.

"I'm looking for a solid state drive, around 32 to 64GB, for use in my web server. The drive will contain my web sites and the operating system, either Windows Server 2008 R2 or Ubuntu. Large storage is handled by a separate RAID array, so capacity is not an issue. Rather, I am looking for the fastest, longest-lasting, and most reliable drive under $150 that is suitable to my application. Any thoughts? Thanks!"

SSDs still aren't cheap, but the smaller ones have definitely come down quite aways in price. Anyone got a particular 32GB or 64GB platter that they're hearting at the moment? Go ahead, let your crush be known.

[NJITman Posted Dec 5th 2009 11:16AM]

I have a Transcend Express Card 32 GB SSD which is pretty slow, but I only use it as a backup drive. I would love to find a faster EC SSD to replace it. Any recommendations for a EC SSD, 32 GB minimum.

I prefer the EC format (instead of an external SSD), since I can leave it in my laptop and my backup software (GoodSync) automatically does backups according to my set schedule.