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    SSG drive size

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by nguirado, Sep 1, 2013.

  1. nguirado

    nguirado Notebook Guru

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    I know needs are individual, but do you think 256gb is the new standard size SSD?

    For $50, would you upgrade from 128gb to 256gb?

    I figure 128GB is good for OS and programs, but 256gb would ameliorate the need for an external drive for media.

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  2. misft33333

    misft33333 Notebook Consultant

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    I believe that 256 GB is now the standard because the cost of a 128 GB SSD drive back then (2 to 3 years ago) is what it cost for a 256 GB SSD today. Also, I have been using most of the space on my 128 GB and I will eventually get a 256 GB SSD due to it being cheaper to get now.
     
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  3. Krane

    Krane Notebook Prophet

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    I started with 256 but anticipated that I would need to upgrade later. Sure enough with barely 75% of my software installed I had to switch to something larger.

    I know I have a lot of editing suites, but if you're a lot more conservative with programs then 256 should be more than enough.
     
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