Dnallov Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 Customizing my new laptop online, and have the option of a SSD. I'm going to splash out on a 60GB SSD no matter what (along with a 7200rpm 1TB Hard Drive), just wondered in advance if installing FM 2009 on it will speed up the loading times at all? Thanks all! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
raggaralling Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 Well the game should load up and save quicker but not sure about ingame as it mainly depends on processor and ram. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
outlaw640 Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 It might be a detriment. As SSDs have a limited Read/Write cycle, the constant accessing of data and number crunching might limit it's lifespan. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dnallov Posted March 23, 2009 Author Share Posted March 23, 2009 It might be a detriment. As SSDs have a limited Read/Write cycle, the constant accessing of data and number crunching might limit it's lifespan. Is that true? I mean have you got a link to back that up? I was going to have Windows Vista Installed on it, but if what you say is true then I might save a few quid and just go for a decent HDD. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Campbells Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 At this point in time you are better off going with a fast regular drive. Like a WD Raptor or similar if you are wanting speed. SSDs are not worth the cost at this time because of there 'limited' lifecycle. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ikoru Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 Is that true? I mean have you got a link to back that up? I was going to have Windows Vista Installed on it, but if what you say is true then I might save a few quid and just go for a decent HDD. Yes, but by the time the solid state drive dies, it will be very out dated... It will last you for 10-20+ years. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
looknohands Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 I believe Microsoft stated that the drive should last about 10 years this way...so unless you're planning on keeping your computer that long it can't hurt. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Macflyer Posted March 23, 2009 Share Posted March 23, 2009 I believe Microsoft stated that the drive should last about 10 years this way...so unless you're planning on keeping your computer that long it can't hurt. I wouldn't worry about SSD. I rather would worry the hard disk to take an early bath. Mine lasted 2 years before it died. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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