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    SSD for CAD, which type better?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Ed. Yang, Jul 28, 2020.

  1. Ed. Yang

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    With SSD price falling to MicroSD level... We are spoil for choice, isn't it? :D
    Anyway, i have been shopping for a suitable SSD for ACAD jobs. Just wondering what type should i be looking for?
    1. SWFR type- Slow Write Fast Read type?
    2. FWSR type- Fast Write Slow Read type?
     
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    You need a fast read an write for CAD, if you have m.2 NVMe 970 Pro, or Adata XPG PRO SXsomething or another or better IOPS
     
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    Both read and write @ fast speed with discrepancy not too far apart? AKA "balance" speed type?
     
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    Yes.
     
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    Ahh... Thanks!
     
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