Testing
The following system was used to test the SSD
– Processor: Intel i9 9900K @ 5GHz
– Motherboard: ASRock Z390 Phantom Gaming X
– RAM: GOODRAM IRDM PRO 16GB DDR4-3600MHz
– GPU: MSI GeForce RTX 2070 Super Gaming X Trio
– SSD: Crucial P5
– Mass Storage: GOODRAM IRDM PRO GEN.2 1TB
– CPU Cooler: SilverStone Permafrost PF240W-ARGB
– PSU: Seasonic Snow Silent 750W Platinum
– Case: be quiet! Silent Base 802 White
To test the SSD, the following software was used:
– ATTO Disk Benchmark,
– CrystalDiskMark 8,
– Windows File Copy.
In order to obtain a precise result each test was performed three times.
CrystalDiskMark 8 – Read
CrystalDiskMark 8 – Write
ATTO Disk Benchmark Read
ATTO Disk Benchmark Write
Windows File Copy
Final thoughts
The Silicon Power PC60 is an affordable SSD that delivers an adequate performance. Unfortunately thanks to the small TLC cache and the lack of a DRAM chip, large file transfers result in a lower writing speed. This means that the PC60 is best used with small file transfers, instead of large files.
The design of this SSD is good and will match with other devices. There glossy surface is creating a good contrast with the matte texture of the rest of the SSD. In addition, the inclusion of a connection point for a keychain is a good thing to see.
The performance is decent for a SATA SSD, not only that, but the PC60 has no DRAM chip to speed things up, and its TLC cache is rather small, under 40GB. However, even with these shortcomings the SSD was able to deliver a sustained speed of 160mb/s in the file copy test.
The build quality is good, especially when we look at what the internal components of the SSD. The plastic case looks good; however, it could have been stronger, or at least be thicker at the center.
In conclusion, the Silicon Power PC60 is a good portable SSD that offers a decent performance for a low price. The main advantage of the PC60 is its light weight construction and the shape which is ideal for storage in a back or backpack.
