Just as the M7V, the M8V is backed by a 3-year warranty. These are slightly less than the M7V before it. The 128GB model is rated for 70TBW, the 256GB model is rated for double that, at 140TBW, and the 512GB model is rated for up to 280TBW. 4K random performance of up to 82K/81K IOPS read/write. Sequential performance is rated for up to 560MB/s read and 520MB/s write. We don’t have pricing on the M8V yet, but we did find a source stating that the MSRP is $148 for the 512GB model. It is available in capacities of 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB. The Plextor M8V is a SATA 6GB/s SSD that is available in both a 2.5″ 7mm and M.2 2280 form factor.
SPECIFICATIONS, PRICING, AND AVAILABILITY But, will that be enough to earn our recommendation once we put it through our testing regimen? Read on to find out! With compatibility with four different and useful softwares from Plextor and hardware-based encryption support, the M8V is trying to lead the way in value. Together this combo can easily deliver performance that saturates the SATA 6Gb/s bus, but what really makes the M8V stand out in the sea of competitors are its features and accessory package.
It is filled with Toshiba’s BiCS3 TLC NAND and powered by an SMI 2258 controller.
Just like the top of the line Plextor M9Pe we just reviewed last week, this new value-oriented SSD from Plextor promises to come into the market guns blazing. Today we are going to take a close look at the Plextor M8V.