First SSD, Please help!

[Martin 71]

Hey, I'm looking for an SSD for my Desktop. I plan to use it to store my OS and some games, so I can have low boot times and quick response. So I suppose read speeds are vital to me. I'm looking for one with at least 60gb (preferably more) for ~$100 +/- $25 Any help is appreciated.

 

[Jonmor68]

I hope you meant 60GB not 16GB as that wouldn't be enough to install Windows 7 on, or are you going to use XP.
Some reviews at Tom's
http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/windows-7-ssd-trim,2705.html
and some prices at Newegg
http://www.newegg.com/Store/SubCategory.aspx?SubCategory=636&name=SSD
Some more reviews and data sheets.
http://www.ssdreview.com/

 

[JackNaylorPE]

With games running 5 Gig + and OS footprints being what they are, I'd suggest a larger SSD ... the Vertex 2 120 GB is a nice balance between size and cost w/ great performance.

 

[Martin 71]

I thought win7 was about 8 gigs then I'd have enough for one or 2 games... but a 32 or 64 would be nice...