Samsung has just raised the ante for notebook storage by coming out with the Spinpoint MP4, a fast 2.5-inch drive with a capacity that tops out at 640GBs. While 640GB drives have been out for some time now, this drive’s most notable feature would be the 7200rpm motor—an improvement over standard 5400rpm notebook drives.
The faster speed, coupled with the larger 16MB cache and the drive’s SATA 3Gbps interface contributes to a listed 30% improvement over standard laptop drives. These faster, larger drives also feature Samsung’s tech for keeping it silent while running, although the faster speed could cost a slight hit on battery life.
No word on individual pricing for DIY upgraders, but the Spinpoint MP4s are scheduled to find their way into pre-built systems this month.
Tags: Hard Drives, Notebooks, Samsung, Spinpoint, Storage
