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BiWin Releases CL 100 Mini NVMe SSD for Portable Gaming Handhelds
Key points
- BiWin released the CL 100 Mini NVMe SSD.
- It measures 15 x 17 mm, similar to a microSD card.
- The drive is compatible with specific OneXPlayer and GPD Win5 consoles.
- It offers sequential read/write speeds of 3700 MB/s and 3400 MB/s.
New Mini NVMe SSD for Handhelds
BiWin has introduced the CL 100 Mini NVMe SSD, a new storage device for portable gaming handhelds. This SSD features a compact 15 x 17 mm form factor, making it comparable in size to a microSD card. The design allows for easier installation in compatible devices without requiring the console to be opened, unlike larger M.2 2230 drives.
Compatibility and Specifications
The CL 100 Mini is currently bespoke to several BiWin OneXPlayer consoles, including the OneXFly Apex/Air, OneXPlayer 3, X1 Air, X2 Mini, and Super V/X, as well as the GPD Win5. These systems are equipped with hardware slots specifically designed for this drive size. The unit is a standard NVMe 1.4 drive with a PCIe 4.0 interface, utilizing a Silicon Motion SM2268XT2 controller and Samsung V8 TLC NAND.
Performance and External Use
The drive achieves sequential read speeds of 3700 MB/s and write speeds of 3400 MB/s. For users who wish to use the BiWin CL100 Mini as an external drive, BiWin offers a mini-SSD reader with a USB-C port, which provides speeds of approximately 3000 MB/s in both directions.
Pricing and Availability
The BiWin CL 100 Mini is available on Amazon. The 512 GB version is priced at 139.99€, and the 1 TB version costs 259.99€. A 2 TB unit is also advertised but is only available from third-party sellers for 699.99€. The optional drive reader is priced at 79.99€.
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Reporting from
BiWin has released the CL 100 Mini NVMe SSD, a 15 x 17 mm storage solution designed for specific portable gaming consoles. This drive offers NVMe speeds in a form factor similar to a microSD card, addressing the need for faster, more convenient storage expansion in compatible handhelds.