Maxio MAP1602 Go to product viewer dialog for this item. : The Unsung Hero of Budget-High-Performance SSDs
If you’ve been hunting for a high-performance PCIe 4.0 SSD that doesn’t break the bank, you’ve likely encountered a drive powered by the Maxio MAP1602 Go to product viewer dialog for this item. . Often found in popular "value" drives like the Acer Predator GM7 Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Lexar NM790 Go to product viewer dialog for this item.
, this DRAM-less controller has gained a reputation for delivering flagship-level sequential speeds with incredible thermal efficiency. Go to product viewer dialog for this item. is Making Waves
Unlike traditional flagship controllers that rely on dedicated DRAM for mapping data, the Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Host Memory Buffer (HMB) maxio 1602 full
technology. By leveraging a small portion of your system’s RAM, it achieves performance that rivals much more expensive drives while running significantly cooler. Flagship Speeds : Capable of reaching up to 7,400 MB/s read 6,500 MB/s write Exceptional Efficiency
: It is often cited as one of the most power-efficient Gen 4 controllers available, making it ideal for laptops and even the PS5 without needing a massive heatsink. Versatile Compatibility
: Supports a wide range of 3D NAND, including the highly-regarded YMTC 232-layer TLC found in some of the fastest budget drives. Full Technical Specifications Specification PCIe Gen 4.0 x4 / NVMe 2.0 Architecture DRAM-less with HMB support Max Capacity Seq. Read Speed Up to 7,400 MB/s Seq. Write Speed Up to 6,500 MB/s Random Read Up to 1,000K IOPS Random Write Up to 1,000K IOPS Process Node NAND Support 2D/3D MLC, TLC, and QLC Real-World Performance: What’s the Catch? Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Maxio MAP1602 Go to product viewer dialog for this item
shines in sequential benchmarks, there are a few trade-offs to consider compared to high-end drives like the Samsung 990 Pro
The Maxio MAS1102 (commonly referred to as the 1602 series) is a 4-channel NVMe 1.4 SSD controller fabricated on a mature yet efficient TSMC 28nm process node. The keyword "Full" in "Maxio 1602 Full" typically refers to the fully unlocked or fully featured retail version of the firmware and hardware configuration.
Unlike "lite" or OEM-locked versions, the "Full" variant supports: The Maxio MAS1102 (commonly referred to as the
Essentially, "Maxio 1602 Full" signifies a controller that is not artificially limited by firmware, delivering the maximum theoretical performance of up to 3,600 MB/s sequential read and 3,200 MB/s sequential write.
If you are trying to run a "Full" test (testing the screen's maximum brightness):