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However, the most notable differences appear in random performance, where the E37T registers about 23% lower random read and 33% lower random write speeds. Despite these differences, the E37T’s balanced approach to speed, efficiency, and affordability is what makes it unique.
(Image credit: Future) (Image credit: Future) (Image credit: Future) At CES 2026, Phison delivered a show-stopping demonstration of the E37T prototype in action—surpassing even the company’s own lofty performance claims. The drive achieved blistering sequential read speeds of 14,926.78 MB/s and write speeds of 13,180.21 MB/s, all while maintaining an impressively low power draw of just 2.13W. For added real-world validation, a live CrystalDiskMark benchmark revealed the E37T-powered drive peaking at 4.47W under heavy load.
SSDs powered by the E37T controller will hit the market soon, ushering in a new wave of high-performance, energy-efficient storage options for compact devices. Engineered for versatility, the E37T will be featured in various drive form factors—such as M.2 2280, M.2 2242, and the ultra-compact M.2 2230—making it an ideal solution for everything from slim laptops to portable gaming consoles.
While the E37T grabbed headlines at CES 2026, Phison made waves with a major update on its flagship E28 controller. The company announced that next-generation E28-powered 8TB SSDs are right around the corner. With only a handful of consumer PCIe 5.0 8TB SSDs currently available—such as the WD Black SN8100, or should we say the Optimus GX Pro 8100, and Samsung 9100 Pro —Phison is set to seize a wide-open market with its E28-based drives. This move not only reaffirms Phison’s leadership in storage innovation but also promises to redefine what’s possible for high-capacity, high-performance SSDs.
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