SK Hynix, a key player in the tech industry, has introduced the cutting-edge PS1012 U.2 – a 61.44TB PCIe 5.0 SSD optimized for AI data centers. Collaborating with its U.S. subsidiary, Solidigm, SK Hynix has pushed boundaries by creating this high-capacity storage solution. The new SSD boasts impressive specs, including sequential read speeds of up to 13GB/s and data transfer rates of 32GT/s. Designed to meet OCP 2.0 standards, the PS1012 promises compatibility with various server systems, making it ideal for AI and enterprise environments.

Looking ahead, SK Hynix has ambitious plans in store. Following the launch of the PS1012, the company is gearing up to release a 122TB model in 2025, leveraging advanced 321-layer 4D NAND technology. An even larger 244TB model is on the horizon for 2026, catering to the escalating storage needs of AI and hyperscale data centers. By incorporating QLC NAND, the PS1012 offers both robust storage density and reliability, addressing the surging demands of AI workloads.

Ahn Hyun, SK Hynix’s President and Chief Development Officer, expressed the company’s commitment to innovation and growth in the AI memory sector, aiming to cater to diverse customer needs with their competitive eSSD lineup. SK Hynix plans to distribute PS1012 samples to global server manufacturers for evaluation by the end of 2024 or early 2025.

In other news, Solidigm has also unveiled a new 123TB SSD, further intensifying competition in the arena alongside Phison, WD, and Samsung. Meanwhile, the pricing of the world’s largest SSD has nearly doubled since its initial release, signaling the market’s recognition of the growing significance of high-capacity storage solutions. Samsung has subtly hinted at a 122.88TB SSD release while quietly introducing a 61.44TB model, keeping pace with the demand for expanded storage capacities and faster speeds to support advancements in AI and machine learning.