Conclusion and Verdict
As with all SSDs, the gains you will receive by making the switch are silent operation, lower power consumption, and higher performance. The Vertex 460 drive that we tested today is no exception to the rule and dominated the other drives we tested alongside it.
The Vertex 460 240GB solid state drive is a wonderful drive that surprised me really; first with its impressive alloy construction, overall bundle, and stable performance. To top that, OCZ has showed renewed commitment to their customers by bringing down the house with a three-year warranty. That really tells me that the company has the utmost confidence in their product.
The most amazing aspect of this drive aside from the performance is the price. OCZ has priced the latest Vertex series to not only compete with the other brands, but to go all out for the win. With the bundled Acronis software license, 3.5″ to 2.5″ adapter, three-year warranty, and a MTBF of 2 million hours; I feel you do get your money’s worth quality-wise here. Well done, OCZ, glad to see you again!
The OCZ Vertex 460 240GB SSD can be found online at various e-tailers for right around $189.99 USD.
Pros:
- Stable/Reliable Performance
- Sturdy construction
- 3.5″ to 2.5″ bracket adapter included
- Acronis True Image software included
- Excellent drive tools available with OCZ toolbox
- TRIM Support
- 3-year warranty
- Low power consumption
- Silent operation
- Ultrabook compatible
- Upper-class performance in a middle-class price range
Cons:
- Not the absolute fastest drive out there
Final Thoughts:
OCZ has reestablished a reputation of manufacturing quality, high performance SSDs. If you are in the market to replace that aging and slower mechanical drive, or maybe you just simply have The Need For Speed; then the Vertex 460 240GB SSD from OCZ is just the drive for you!
SCORE
9.5/10
