Micron just announced the 3610 SSD, which offers PCIe 5.0 speeds with the higher density of Quad-Level Cell (QLC) chips. According to the company’s press release, this chip uses its G9 NAND that lets it achieve competitive PCIe 5.0 performance while offering more storage space in the same footprint. Because of this, Micron says that this is the first SSD in the world to offer 4TB in a compact single-side M.2 2230 form factor, allowing manufacturers to pack in so much more memory in thin-and-light laptops and handheld devices. Aside from the greater storage density, it’s also touted to have 43% better performance per watt for better power efficiency and battery life.

“The 3610 SSD combines cutting-edge PCIe Gen5 technology, Micron’s most-advanced G9 QLC NAND, and a sleek, single-sided design to deliver premium performance, capacity, and power efficiency,” Micron Mobile and Client Business Unit senior vice president Mark Montierth said. “The 3610 will enable ultra-thin devices that meet the growing demands of on-device AI, immersive streaming, and performance-intensive workloads.”

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