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Instead of singling out one of Corsair's latest SandForce-equipped SSDs, the folks at StorageReview sussed out performance differences by putting each drive through the wringer. Though read / write specs are relatively uniform across the line, barring some slight dips in speed, they dug up a few juicy morsels of info that could benefit both frugal and performance-minded shoppers. In a read intensive gaming test, the 60GB entry drive performed similarly to the 480GB behemoth. Another notable result was a 60% jump in throughput between the 120GB and 180GB models. Keen on eking out the most performance-bang for your buck? Hop over to the source for the full skinny and a bevy of charts.

Corsair Force GT SSDs put through their paces, have graphs to prove it originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 02 Jun 2012 05:44:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If you've wanted to build an X79-based gaming PC but were fretting over getting the most out of the quad-channel DDR3 memory you'll want to pair with that Ivy Bridge processor, don't fret: HotHardware has gathered together some of the most common high-speed RAM options and put them to the test. The results aren't clear cut and depend heavily on what you're looking for. Corsair's 1,866MHz Vengeance kit and a similarly clocked G.Skill RipJaws Z set are recommended for striking good balances between low lag and raw speed, while Patriot's Viper X Division 4 is lauded for having the best value and the best stock cooling. That's not to say that Kingston's HyperX line isn't worth it for some speed demons, but the testers suggest hitting the middle of the road to get a good trade-off between speed and the cash outlay you'll need to get there.

Quad-channel DDR3 memory corralled in round-up, Corsair, G.Skill and Patriot take home the trophies originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 24 May 2012 07:46:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>corsairCorsair VengeanceCorsairVengeanceddr3desktopsg skill ripjawsg.skillg.skill ripjawsg.skill ripjaws zG.skillRipjawsG.skillRipjawsZgaminggskillgskill ripjaws zGSkillRipjawsGskillRipjawsZhyper xHyperXintelintel ivy bridgeintel x79IntelIvyBridgeIntelX79ivy bridgeIvyBridgekingstonkingston hyper xKingstonHyperXmemorypatriotpatriot viper xPatriotViperXpcpcsperipheralsquad channelquad-channelQuadChannelRAMripjawsripjaws zRipjawsZround-uproundupvengeanceviper xViperXx79Thu, 24 May 2012 07:46:00 EST<![CDATA[Digital Storm launches Marauder series of desktop PCs for gamers on a budget]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/18/digital-storm-launches-budget-marauder-series/http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/18/digital-storm-launches-budget-marauder-series/http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/18/digital-storm-launches-budget-marauder-series/#comments Digital Storm launches Marauder series for gamers on a budget

Digital Storm gets plenty of coverage for its boutique gaming PCs and coma-inducing prices, but its latest Marauder lineup serves as proof that it's willing to also build quality, affordable rigs for the masses. Consumers may choose between four configurations, which feature AMD processors on the low-end and Intel counterparts on the high-end. For example, the entry-level Marauder sells for $799 and offers a quad-core 3.6GHz AMD FX-4100 CPU and a Radeon HD 7750 GPU, whereas the most expensive variant sells for $1,299 and includes a quad-core 3.3GHz Intel Core i5 2500K CPU and a Radeon HD 7870 GPU. Regardless of system, consumers will fetch a Corsair Vengeance C70 case, a similarly respectable Corsair GS 600W power supply, 8GB of Corsair Vengeance RAM and Windows 7 Home Premium. In every case, the prices rival the DIY alternative quite well, and if you'd like to take a look at the full array of configurations, just hop the break for a spec sheet and the PR.

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Digital Storm launches Marauder series of desktop PCs for gamers on a budget originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 18 Apr 2012 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>amdcorsairCorsair VengeanceCorsair Vengeance C70CorsairVengeanceCorsairVengeanceC70desktopdesktopsdigital stormdigital storm marauderDigitalStormDigitalStormMaraudergaming pcGamingPcintelmarauderpcwindowswindows 7Windows7Wed, 18 Apr 2012 09:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Corsair debuting Vengeance gaming headset, PC case at PAX East]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/06/corsair-debuting-vengeance-gaming-headset-pc-case-at-pax-east/http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/06/corsair-debuting-vengeance-gaming-headset-pc-case-at-pax-east/http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/06/corsair-debuting-vengeance-gaming-headset-pc-case-at-pax-east/#comments ImageYou don't need a webcam-charted mood-graph to tell you that gaming can be a frustrating, enraging experience. Unbridled rage only begets revenge -- lucky for you, then, that Corsair is beefing up its Vengeance gaming line-up. Its $149 Vengeance 2000 2.4GHz wireless 7.1 headset, for instance, hopes to help you suss out the location your foe with its optimized HRTF (head-related transfer function) positional audio chops. Failing that, you could always wrap your hardware in the outfit's new C70 PC gaming case, a rugged rack designed to look like an ammo-box. This $139 steeled exterior case has room for eight PCI-E slots, 10 fan mounts, dual USB 3.0 ports and six SSD-ready hard drive bays -- in arctic white, gunmetal black and the traditional military green. You can mosey on past the break for a peek at Corsair's official press release, but folks in Boston will be able to able to check out the new digs in person at PAX East this weekend. If, you know, Vengeance is your thing.

[Thanks, Justin]

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Corsair debuting Vengeance gaming headset, PC case at PAX East originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 06 Apr 2012 06:48:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2.4GHz7.1C70C70 PC gaming caseC70PcGamingCasecorsaircorsair VengeanceCorsairVengeancegaming casegaming mouseGamingCaseGamingMousehead-related transfer functionHead-relatedTransferFunctionheadsetHRTFPAX EastPaxEastpc casepc gaming casePcCasePcGamingCasepositional audioPositionalAudioVengeance 2000Vengeance c70Vengeance2000VengeanceC70Fri, 06 Apr 2012 06:48:00 EST<![CDATA[Corsair's Sandy Bridge E-compatible liquid coolers get plumbed in and tested]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/19/corsairs-sandy-bridge-e-compatible-liquid-coolers-get-plumbed-i/http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/19/corsairs-sandy-bridge-e-compatible-liquid-coolers-get-plumbed-i/http://www.engadget.com/2011/12/19/corsairs-sandy-bridge-e-compatible-liquid-coolers-get-plumbed-i/#comments You'd be crazy to embark on a Sandy Bridge E upgrade without anticipating all the costs involved. Some might argue you'd be crazy, period, but that's only because they're haters. The fact is, if you can drop a grand on an i7-3960X (or $600 for a more sensible i7-3930K), then you can probably find some spare brass for a decent liquid cooler. So, which to get? The crew at HotHardware just reviewed Corsair's LGA2011-compatible H80 and H100 water systems, spiced up with a look at Intel's own RTS2011LC cooler for comparison. They concluded that both Corsairs were a cinch to install and easily surpassed Intel's offering by allowing higher stable overclocks without excessive decibels. However, they also cautioned that the hefty $90-$120 investment in a Corsair or any other high-end liquid cooler won't necessarily yield quieter performance than an air system, because you end up with fans and a water pump chugging away in your rig. See the source link for the full results and then click 'More Coverage' for Bit.tech's review of the H80.

Corsair's Sandy Bridge E-compatible liquid coolers get plumbed in and tested originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 19 Dec 2011 18:33:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gallery: Corsair ships Vengeance K90, K60, M90 and M60 gaming mice and keyboards

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Corsair ships Vengeance gaming mice and keyboards, procrastinating shoppers rejoice originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 15 Dec 2011 19:12:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading Corsair unveils Performance Pro Series SSDs, loads 'em with 6Gb/s Marvell controllers

Corsair unveils Performance Pro Series SSDs, loads 'em with 6Gb/s Marvell controllers originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 10 Nov 2011 17:33:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>128gb256gb6gbscorsairmarvellmarvell controllerMarvellControllerPerformance Pro Series SSDPerformanceProSeriesSsdraidsata 2sata 3sata iiiSata2Sata3SataIiissdtrimThu, 10 Nov 2011 17:33:00 EST<![CDATA[Corsair Vengeance gaming keyboards, mice, and headsets hands-on (video)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/16/corsair-vengeance-gaming-keyboards-mice-and-headsets-hands-on/http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/16/corsair-vengeance-gaming-keyboards-mice-and-headsets-hands-on/http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/16/corsair-vengeance-gaming-keyboards-mice-and-headsets-hands-on/#comments Hold on to your seats gaming enthusiasts, Corsair just unleashed an onslaught of Vengeance series peripherals aimed at helping you dominate that Call of Duty marathon... and we got our hands on all of 'em. There's a lot to cover, so we'll get right to it. The K60 gamer keyboard boasts Cherry MX Red interchangeable keys for rapid fire, 20-key rollover, windows key lock and crazy fast reporting rate at 1000 reports per second. Its companion, the M60 mouse, implements an Avago 5670 DPI sensor, adjustable center of gravity, custom lift detection and high-mass scroll wheel. In addition to all that, this bad boy features a dedicated sniper button which allows you to hone in on your target that much faster. Read on for the full rundown on the goods.

Gallery: Corsair Vengeance gaming keyboard, mice and headset press shots


Gallery: Corsair Vengeance gaming keyboard, mice and headsets hands-on

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Corsair Vengeance gaming keyboards, mice, and headsets hands-on (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 16 Sep 2011 08:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Call us jaded, but most USB flash drives just don't get the juices flowing like a new tablet or smartphone. Nonetheless, they've become a critical component of many a workflow, and for a device where speed is key, a USB 3.0 boost is certainly welcome. And Corsair did just that with its Flash Voyager, Flash Voyager GT, and "adventure-proof" Flash Survivor lines. The entry level Voyagers ship in 8GB ($17) and 16GB ($24) capacities, while the premium model offers 32GB and 64GB of storage, for $59 and $129, respectively. 8GB ($28) and 16GB ($35) drives in the ruggedized Survivor series are constructed of aircraft-grade aluminum and are water-proof all the way down to 200 meters -- that algae-covered Survivor you found 650 feet down at the bottom of the ocean floor? Yup, it probably still works. The new drives are shipping now, and you can find the full scoop from Corsair just past the break.

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Corsair Flash Voyager, GT, Survivor get a USB 3.0 boost originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 09 Sep 2011 22:05:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Been thinking Corsair's Force SSD lineup was too small at 60GB, but too darn capacious at 120GB? Well Goldilocks, we've got good news, as the company's unveiled two middling models that might be just right. We begin with the 90GB Force 3, which wields 550MB/s reads and 500MB/s writes at a $159 price point. For an additional $40, you can bump speeds up by 5MB/s on both counts with the identically sized Force GT. Just like their smaller and larger brethren, the two additions tote SandForce SF-228x controllers as they haul bits over SATA 6Gbps. They're supposedly available "immediately," but, like AnandTech, we couldn't find either in stock. If middle of the road is your thing, then Godspeed, but we'll stick with the big one.

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Corsair adds 90GB SSDs to Force 3 / GT lines originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 19 Aug 2011 08:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>corsaircorsair force 3corsair force GTCorsairForce3CorsairForceGtForce 3Force GTForce3ForceGtNAND flashNandFlashSandForceSandForce SF-2282SandforceSf-2282sf 2282Sf2282solid stateSolidStateSSDstorageFri, 19 Aug 2011 08:02:00 EST<![CDATA[OCZ, Corsair, Patriot and Crucial butt heads in SATA III SSD roundup]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/07/14/ocz-corsair-patriot-and-crucial-butt-heads-in-sata-iii-ssd-rou/http://www.engadget.com/2011/07/14/ocz-corsair-patriot-and-crucial-butt-heads-in-sata-iii-ssd-rou/http://www.engadget.com/2011/07/14/ocz-corsair-patriot-and-crucial-butt-heads-in-sata-iii-ssd-rou/#comments Another season, another SSD roundup. This go 'round, its a six-pack of SATA III units -- the speediest of the speedy -- all angling for your hard-earned greenbacks. The benchmarking gurus over at Hot Hardware have assembled quite the guide for those currently in the market, hosting up a variety of top-tier drives from the likes of OCZ Technology, Patriot, Crucial and Corsair. We'll leave the nitty-gritty for you to discover, but those hungry for spoilers will be elated to know that the SandForce-built OCZ Vertex 3 Max IOPS, Corsair Force GT and Patriot Wildfire proved to be the best performers in terms of transfer rates. That said, the whole lot managed to impress, and while the average user isn't apt to feel the real-world differences among them, there's a safe bet you aren't in that "average" crowd. Cliff's Notes? The Crucial M4 was deemed superior in terms of value, while the Vertex 3 Max IOPS and Wildfire just about tied for sheer speed.

OCZ, Corsair, Patriot and Crucial butt heads in SATA III SSD roundup originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 14 Jul 2011 18:05:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Corsair's Force GT solid-state drives caught our eye earlier this year, and their fire engine-red shells were only half the reason. These bad boys also promise up to 85,000 random write IOPS and are rated for impressive read / write speeds of 550 MBps and 525 MBps -- a shade higher than the specs being bandied-about when Corsair showed it off back in March. The drive also supports SATA 3, is backward-compatible with SATA 2, and ships with a 3.5-inch adapter that'll work with both desktops and laptops. Look for it this month in two sizes: 60GB ($149) and 120GB ($279). No word, alas, on the 240GB version that was strutting its stuff on the show floor in Hanover, Germany. PR after the break.

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Corsair's speedy, flaming red Force GT SSD goes on sale this month for $149 and up originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 05 Jul 2011 05:04:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Corsair recalls its 120GB Force 3 SSD due to 'stability issues' originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 08 Jun 2011 11:43:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Corsair Force Series 3 SSDs: SandForce speed for modest money originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 16 May 2011 20:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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[Thanks, Bjorn]

Behold Corsair's Force GT SSD -- flaming red shell and 500 MB/s read and write speeds originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 04 Mar 2011 21:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Corsair is sending out another raiding party into gaming audio waters today with the introduction of its very first set of speakers, the SP2500. Priced at $249 and boasting 232 watts of floor-shaking power, this jumbo 2.1 package is an unabashed play for PC gamers' hearts. We've spent some quality time with the SP2500s hooked up to our own desktop and can tell you that the company's boasts about these speakers' full volume range being usable is no lie. They're basically designed to be loud ... really, really loud. Check out the gallery to see just how massive they are and hop, skip, jump, or leap past the break for our fuller impressions. Spoiler: we'll be discussing loudness a lot.

Additionally, lest your wallet's not padded enough or your aural needs not quite so extreme, today sees the debut of Corsair's more modest SP2200 2.1 set for $99 alongside the introduction of an HS1A gaming headset, the latter being an almost carbon copy of the well received HS1 from last year, save for the replacement of the USB connector with a more conventional analog one.

Gallery: Corsair SP2500 2.1 speakers unboxing and hands-on

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Corsair SP2500 review originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 18:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>2.12.1 speakers2.1Speakersaudiocorsaircorsair hs1acorsair sp2200corsair sp2500CorsairHs1aCorsairSp2200CorsairSp2500gaminggaming audiogaming audio seriesgaming speakersGamingAudioGamingAudioSeriesGamingSpeakershigh powerHighPowerhs1hs1aloudmusicpc speakersPcSpeakersreviewsoundsp2200sp2500speakersstereoWed, 05 Jan 2011 18:01:00 EST<![CDATA[Corsair Force series gets 90GB and 180GB brothers, middle child syndrome inevitable]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/04/corsair-force-series-gets-90gb-and-180gb-brothers-middle-child/http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/04/corsair-force-series-gets-90gb-and-180gb-brothers-middle-child/http://www.engadget.com/2010/12/04/corsair-force-series-gets-90gb-and-180gb-brothers-middle-child/#commentsCorsair has added new 90GB and 180GB sizes to its blazin' fast Force Series of SSDs, growing the happy family which already included 60, 120, and 240GB versions in addition to the original 100GB and 200GB options released back in the spring. Unlike its previous siblings, both the F90 and F180 are also available immediately from Corsair dealers for suggested MSRPs of $255 and $430, respectively. Built around the lauded SandForce SF-1200 controller and capable of beastly 285MB/sec read speeds and 275MB/sec write rates, these latest releases are not too small and not too big, making them the perfect Goldie Locks drives of the SSD world. To hear the news straight from Corsair's mouth, check out the press release after the break.

Continue reading Corsair Force series gets 90GB and 180GB brothers, middle child syndrome inevitable

Corsair Force series gets 90GB and 180GB brothers, middle child syndrome inevitable originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 04 Dec 2010 01:33:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>180GB90GBCorsaircorsair f180corsair f90corsair forceCorsairF180CorsairF90CorsairForcef180f90SandForcesandforce controllerSandforceControllersolid statesolid state disksolid state drivesolid state storageSolidStateSolidStateDiskSolidStateDriveSolidStateStoragessdssd driveSsdDrivessdsSat, 04 Dec 2010 01:33:00 EST<![CDATA[Corsair's ear-straddling HS1 headset earns high marks in early reviews]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/12/corsairs-ear-straddling-hs1-earns-high-marks-in-early-reviews/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/12/corsairs-ear-straddling-hs1-earns-high-marks-in-early-reviews/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/12/corsairs-ear-straddling-hs1-earns-high-marks-in-early-reviews/#comments You had to know that Corsair wouldn't stride into a new product category with just so-so hardware. Its new HS1 gaming headset has been sent out to a couple of UK reviewers and the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. Both Hexus and Bit-tech praised the circumaural (made to fit around, rather than on top of, your ears) design for its weight distribution and memory foam-assisted comfort, while also giving the thumbs up to sound quality. Bass reproduction is said to be somewhat weaker than desirable, but the bundled software gives you plenty of adjustment options. It's a shame that you'll have to install the drivers in order to avoid the in-line remote control blinking madly at you, and it's also not too awesome that you won't be able to use the mic on a Mac, but so long as these vices don't bother you unduly, you should find the $99 investment in an HS1 set more than worth it. Hit the links below for more detailed impressions.

Corsair's ear-straddling HS1 headset earns high marks in early reviews originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 12 Sep 2010 09:24:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>corsaircorsair hs1CorsairHs1dolbydolby pro logic iixDolbyProLogicIixgaming audiogaming audio seriesgaming headphonesgaming headsetGamingAudioGamingAudioSeriesGamingHeadphonesGamingHeadsetheadphonesheadseths1memory foamMemoryFoammultichannelmultichannel audioMultichannelAudioreviewsoundusbusb headsetUsbHeadsetSun, 12 Sep 2010 09:24:00 EST<![CDATA[Corsair sails into gaming headset waters with noise-isolating HS1 cans]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/01/corsair-sails-into-gaming-headset-waters-with-noise-isolating-hs/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/01/corsair-sails-into-gaming-headset-waters-with-noise-isolating-hs/http://www.engadget.com/2010/09/01/corsair-sails-into-gaming-headset-waters-with-noise-isolating-hs/#comments For some people, the association of Corsair and quality PC components is so strong that they'd buy anything that bears the triple sail logo. It makes perfect sense, therefore, for the company that made its name by producing memory sticks to diversify its portfolio even further, this time into gaming headsets, with the introduction of the HS1. It's a USB headset offering multichannel audio via 50mm drivers, a noise-isolating closed design, noise-cancelling and articulating mic, and inline volume and microphone mute controls. Aside from the larger than usual drivers, we're not seeing anything particularly unique here, but that ethereal element of quality is rarely apparent on black and white fact sheets. Availability is said to be immediate, though our quick pricing investigation threw up only a UK pre-order for £84 ($129). So yeah, Corsair's certainly pricing the HS1 as a premium product.

[Thanks, Mark S.]

Continue reading Corsair sails into gaming headset waters with noise-isolating HS1 cans

Corsair sails into gaming headset waters with noise-isolating HS1 cans originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 01 Sep 2010 01:14:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>audiocanscorsaircorsair hs1CorsairHs1dolbygaming audiogaming audio seriesgaming headsetGamingAudioGamingAudioSeriesGamingHeadsetheadphonesheadseths1multichannelmultichannel audioMultichannelAudionoise isolationNoiseIsolationsoundusbusb headsetUsbHeadsetWed, 01 Sep 2010 01:14:00 EST<![CDATA[Corsair F120 SSD undressed, reviewed, compared to predecessor]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/22/corsair-f120-ssd-undressed-reviewed-compared-to-predecessor/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/22/corsair-f120-ssd-undressed-reviewed-compared-to-predecessor/http://www.engadget.com/2010/06/22/corsair-f120-ssd-undressed-reviewed-compared-to-predecessor/#comments We know you like SandForce's ludicrous speed SSD controllers, but how much do you know about these enterprise-class chips really? If your answer is anything short of "everything," you'll have to give Tech Report's writeup a read, where the guys get down and technical with Corsair's latest SandForce SF-1200-controlled drive, the F120 (above right). Differing from the F100 that came before it by cutting down overprovisioning (user-inaccessible storage space set aside to accelerate random writes and improve longevity) from 28 to 7 percent, this drive offers you an extra 20GB of room, but it does take a bit of a performance dint as well. If you must have the results in bitesize form, the F120 seemed better value (at $339) for netbook and desktop users than its elder, faster brother, though Indilinx-based competitors (such as Corsair's own Nova) were recommended as the sagest choice. We still advise, as always, that you wade into the source and give the full review a read.

Corsair F120 SSD undressed, reviewed, compared to predecessor originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 22 Jun 2010 09:28:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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 Corsair stirred up something fierce when it dropped in a pair of SSDs to get the newfound Force series going, but obviously, just having a 100GB and 200GB model isn't exactly catering to every possible market. In order to remedy said quandary, the company is today expanding the Force family by three, with the 60GB F60, 120GB F120 and 240GB F240 joining the herd. All three are based around the well-received SandForce SF-1200 controller, and Corsair states that each supports a maximum throughput of 285MB/sec (read) and 275MB/sec (write). Per usual, the company's keeping quiet on the pricing front, but all that should be brought out into the open once they ship next month.

Gallery: Corsair F60, F120 and F240 solid state drives

Continue reading Corsair expands SandForce SF-1200-based SSD family with 60GB, 120GB and 240GB options

Corsair expands SandForce SF-1200-based SSD family with 60GB, 120GB and 240GB options originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 20 May 2010 18:54:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Corsairf120f240f60forceforce ssdForceSsdsandforcesandforce sf-1200SandforceSf-1200solid state driveSolidStateDrivessdstorageThu, 20 May 2010 18:54:00 EST<![CDATA[Corsair's 100GB Force SSD scorches the test bench with its blazing speed]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/24/corsairs-100gb-force-ssd-scorches-the-test-bench-with-its-blazi/http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/24/corsairs-100gb-force-ssd-scorches-the-test-bench-with-its-blazi/http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/24/corsairs-100gb-force-ssd-scorches-the-test-bench-with-its-blazi/#comments The name's Force, SandForce. Corsair's making it kinda easy on us to spot its first SandForce-controlled SSD, and there's no reason it should be bashful about it, given that the SF-1500 is currently the fastest SSD processor around. The F100 in question has the SF-1200 onboard, offering a lesser 285MBps read and 275MBps writes (oh, such measly specs!), but that also means you might, might, actually find a way to afford one. The TweakTown crew took one for a spin recently and were happily surprised to find little in the way of performance difference between SandForce's supposedly enterprise-class SF-1500 and consumer-class SF-1200 -- both sped ahead of the Intel X25-M G2 and Indilinx Barefoot-controlled drives. The speed conclusion was clear cut, and with pricing for the 100GB F100 projected to be as low as $400, the value proposition doesn't look too bad either. The 200GB variant is expected to land somewhere around $700 when Corsair's Force SSDs make it out to retail in a few days' time.

Corsair's 100GB Force SSD scorches the test bench with its blazing speed originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 24 Mar 2010 03:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>corsaircorsair f100corsair forcecorsair ssdCorsairF100CorsairForceCorsairSsdf100flash storageFlashStorageforcemlcmlc nandMlcNandreviewsandforcesandforce controllersandforce sf-1200SandforceControllerSandforceSf-1200sf-1200solid statesolid state drivesolid state storageSolidStateSolidStateDriveSolidStateStoragessdstoragetrimWed, 24 Mar 2010 03:59:00 EST<![CDATA[Corsair Force gives us another SandForce-controlled SSD speed demon]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/04/corsair-force-gives-us-another-sandforce-controlled-ssd-speed-de/http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/04/corsair-force-gives-us-another-sandforce-controlled-ssd-speed-de/http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/04/corsair-force-gives-us-another-sandforce-controlled-ssd-speed-de/#comments Seriously, if you're shopping for an SSD and don't know the name SandForce yet, you're not doing it right. The producer of what looks to be the consensus fastest controller on the market is spreading its wings today with a new drive announced by Corsair that offers its SF-1200 chip and capacities of either 100GB or 200GB. The Force follows swiftly in the wake of the Nova and Reactor series and represents Corsair's new flagship device in this space. It'll offer the generous consumer a sweet 280MBps read and 260MBps write speeds (yes, those are megabytes we're talking about), "class-leading random read/write performance," and the requisite Trim support to ensure it maintains that performance in the long run. A specific price is not yet known, but these are expected out within the next couple of weeks.

Corsair Force gives us another SandForce-controlled SSD speed demon originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 04 Mar 2010 06:37:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Corsair's 128GB Flash Voyager GTR thumb drive takes USB 2.0 to new heights originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:42:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Well, it didn't exactly seem like these were nearing an imminent release when they were introduced earlier this month, but Corsair has now pulled a pleasant surprise and announced that its new Nova and Reactor SSD drives are available right now. As expected, the Reactor series comes in 60GB and 120GB varieties and uses the Micron JMF612 controller with 128MB of DDR2 memory, while the Nova boasts 64GB or 128GB capacities and uses an Indilinx Barefoot controller with 64MB of cache memory. Speeds are not drastically different between the two, but the Nova does have a slight edge, with the 128GB model coming out on top at 270MB/second read and 190MB/second write. Prices range from $185 for the 60GB Reactor to $375 for the 128GB Nova.

Corsair Nova, Reactor SSDs now available originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 28 Feb 2010 09:55:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>corsaircorsair novacorsair reactorCorsairNovaCorsairReactorhard driveHardDrivenovareactorssdSun, 28 Feb 2010 09:55:00 EST<![CDATA[Corsair's Padlock 2 offers 256-bit AES encryption inside a rugged body]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/19/corsairs-padlock-2-offers-256-bit-aes-encryption-inside-a-rugge/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/19/corsairs-padlock-2-offers-256-bit-aes-encryption-inside-a-rugge/http://www.engadget.com/2010/02/19/corsairs-padlock-2-offers-256-bit-aes-encryption-inside-a-rugge/#comments Our British readers will already be painfully familiar with the comical propensity that government officials (even spies!) have for losing sensitive data while on the move. It might be an idea, therefore, to give your forgetful local representative a break with one of these new Corsair USB drives. The Padlock 2 features OS-agnostic password protection via the keypad you see above plus 256-bit encryption of the data stored on the flash inside. So even if someone is tenacious enough to pry the case open, he'll have a hard time getting anything useful out of it. Oh, and don't worry about forgetting the passcode, there's a procedure for wiping the drive clean and generating a new one. 8GB units are available immediately, and we've spotted them online priced at £46 in the UK and $59 in the good old US of A.

Corsair's Padlock 2 offers 256-bit AES encryption inside a rugged body originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 19 Feb 2010 06:55:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Corsair readying Nova and Reactor 2.5-inch SSDs for release originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:53:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>corsairflashflash memoryFlashMemorynandNOVAReactorsolid state driveSolidStateDrivessdstorageMon, 08 Feb 2010 09:53:00 EST<![CDATA[Corsair pushes speed envelope with 2,333MHz Dominator GTX RAM modules]]>http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/corsair-pushes-speed-envelope-with-2-333mhz-dominator-gtx-ram-mo/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/corsair-pushes-speed-envelope-with-2-333mhz-dominator-gtx-ram-mo/http://www.engadget.com/2010/01/21/corsair-pushes-speed-envelope-with-2-333mhz-dominator-gtx-ram-mo/#comments Corsair and speed generally run in the same circles, so it follows logic to see said memory outfit cranking out the planet's fastest Intel XMP-certified RAM. The 2,333MHz Dominator GTX now has Intel's stamp of approval, and it easily surpasses the company's 2,000MHz stuff that was king of the castle just yesterday. As the story goes, each module is "hand screened" and tested to the hilt before being shipped to end users, which apparently explains the $200 per 2GB stick that you'll be asked to lay down. Speed kills... the wallet.

Corsair pushes speed envelope with 2,333MHz Dominator GTX RAM modules originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 21 Jan 2010 15:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Like clockwork, we've stumbled upon yet another updated SSD shootout almost a year to the day since the last one, and nearly two years since the first. Since 2008, we've seen OCZ introduce a new "garbage collection" algorithm for its Vertex Series 120GB SSD, Corsair introduce its P64 and PhotoFast make waves with its supposedly speedy G-Monster-V5. The benchmarking gurus over at HotHardware had the patience to sit 'em all down and break out the rulers, and the long and short of it is this: the Vertex Turbo and G-Monster V5 bested the Corsair, with the PhotoFast drive in particular showing remarkably strong performance in read / write tests. Of course, all of the units were quite a bit quicker than traditional HDDs, but the folks at HH maintained that SSD pricing is still way out of reach for many consumers. But hey, if you've got the means to lay down $3 per gigabyte, feel free to tap that read link and ingest.

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SSD shootout, round III: OCZ, Corsair and PhotoFast butt heads originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 02 Sep 2009 06:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Corsair keeps on rolling with Extreme Series X256 SSD originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 25 Aug 2009 12:28:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Corsair's no stranger to the wild, nimble and reliable world of solid state storage, but its latest line of 2.5-inch SSDs takes that whole "speed" thing to another level. The aptly-titled Extreme Series is comprised of the X32, X64 and X128, which pack 32GB, 64GB and 128GB of capacity, predictably and respectively. Built using Samsung MLC NAND flash memory and an Indilinx Barefoot controller, these drives have been tested to reach read rates of up to 240MBps and write rates of 170MBps. Corsair even notes that these are upgradable via future firmware updates, meaning that the upcoming TRIM command for Windows 7 will be but a download away. Per usual, the company's mum on pricing and release details, but unless something has changed since last week yesterday, the whole lot will be a bit too rich for our blood.

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Corsair cranks with Extreme Series X32, X64 and X128 SSDs originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 16 Jul 2009 11:09:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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While just about any SSD will make your average computing experience a fair bit more awesome, it takes a really unique device to make said experience Animal-Style-Triple-From-In-N-Out special. Up until now, the general consensus was that Intel's X-25M was the crème de la crème, but it seems that Corsair's recently launched P256 may just be giving that very drive a real run for its money. After seeing a pre-production unit deliver some respectable early results, we figured it prudent to pass along bit-tech's full-on review. In most cases, the 256GB P256 either topped or fell just behind Intel's 80GB unit, though the drive did seem to suffer a bit in the random read / write tests. Still, critics felt comfortable recommending the drive, and while pricey, noted that it offered better value per gigabyte in comparison to similar 256GB units on the market.

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Corsair -- the swashbucklin' favorite of privateers in need of RAM and SSDs -- has just announced that its Dominator GT DDR3 memory has been overclocked at a pretty astonishing 2533MHz. As you'd expect from a company made of braggarts and rogues, its claiming the world record for itself -- unless, of course, one of you other memory manufacturers feels like taking this bad boy on. Kingston, we're looking at you. Hit that read link for all the salacious details.

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Corsair DDR3 memory clocked at 2533MHz, women swoon 'round the world originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 21 May 2009 12:23:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Remember that then-named S256 we saw sneak out right around a month ago? Yeah, that bad boy's finally on sale, and it's shipping as we speak from a number of trustworthy e-tailers. Said SSD -- which now goes formally by P256 -- packs specially selected Samsung MLC flash memory and a sophisticated Samsung Controller IC, coupled with 128MB of cache memory and Native Command Queuing (NCQ) support for stutter-free performance. By the books, this one can reach speeds of up to 220MB/sec (read) and 200MB/sec (write), though you can bet you'll be paying for the haste. We're seeing it on sale for around $658 online, though Dell's listing shows a wicked steep $851.99. Either way, ouch. Full release is after the break.

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Corsair's speedy P256 256GB solid state drive now shipping originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 12 May 2009 06:11:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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My, how fast the cutting edge becomes dull. Nary four months ago, we were introduced to Corsair's first SSD: a 2.5-inch 128GB slab of MLC NAND goodness that promised 90MB/sec read and 70MB/sec write speeds. Needless to say, those numbers weren't about to shatter any records, so the company went out and produced something that just might. The benchmarking fiends over at HotHardware managed to scoop up a 256GB S256 from the company and put it through the first of many tests. As for results? Early reports show average read speeds nailing the 200MB/sec mark, while average write rates hovered just under 170MB/sec. The only issue is the breathtaking $749 price tag (expected, anyway), but at least you've apparently got a few months to save up.

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Corsair's ultra speedy 256GB SSD sneaks out, hits the bench originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 08 Apr 2009 10:26:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Corsair actually debuted its questionably useful Voyager Port earlier this month at CeBIT, but it's just now getting around to making things official. By the books, this one is described as an "innovative solution to transform any USB flash drive into a powerful and flexible portable backup and recovery device," but really, it does nothing that a standalone USB stick couldn't do given the right software. Essentially, one plugs this into their machine, loads up the bundled NovaBACKUP 10 application, sticks in a USB flash drive and mashes a single button to start the PC-to-USB drive backup process. In other words, it's an unnecessary middleman. Unfortunately, Corsair has yet to come clean with pricing, but anything over $5 or so could be classified as highway robbery.

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Corsair gets official with mostly pointless Voyager Port originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 01 Apr 2009 06:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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In an effort to better market its flash drives as more than just this generation's floppy drive, Corsair has stepped up at CeBIT this year to introduce the Voyager Port. Put simply, this flash drive dock connects to one's PC and provides one-touch backup straight to whatever USB stick is plugged in. By including the NovaBackup 10 software, the docking station transfers a copy of a user's hard drive to any USB drive (provided that it's large enough), and while you may argue that an external HDD could do just the same, this could be a cheaper option for someone who already threw down for a capacious USB stick. Pop down below for a look at the admittedly simple device.

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Corsair launches Voyager Port at CeBIT: eyes-on originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 05 Mar 2009 19:33:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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DDR3 modules aren't exactly new or anything, but given just how low the prices of big time kits have become, we figured it prudent to pass along one of the most thorough shootouts on the subject that we've seen. HotHardware grabbed a few DIMMs from the labs of OCZ Technology, Corsair and Kingston, threw 'em all in a Core i7 rig (not simultaneously, silly!) and benchmarked the lot until they literally fell asleep at the keys. The results? We'd love to tell you which sticks came out atop the pile, but that would just be spoiling the fun for you, now wouldn't it? Give the read link a look if you're ready for the action.

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DDR3 shootout pits OCZ, Kingston and Corsair against one another originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 25 Feb 2009 15:13:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Corsair joins SSD party with 2.5-inch 128GB drive originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 21 Jan 2009 12:17:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Corsair's Dominator memory can apparently get quite hot, particularly if the overclocking bug catches you right. If a product shown off at CES hits the commercial market, however, everything is sure to stay cool. The Peltier cooling device is expected to play nice with second-gen Dominator modules, and when attached to existing heatsinks it can be used to cool a larger heat block in pretty much any water cooling setup. We know, you're probably scratching your head, but hop on past the break for a quick video demonstration.

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Corsair's Peltier memory cooler gets demonstrated originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 11 Jan 2009 03:42:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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