Kioxia introduces UFS Ver. 4.0 flash memory devices, revolutionizing embedded storage.

Kioxia Corporation, a global leader in memory solutions, has announced the commencement of sampling for its latest generation of Universal Flash Storage (UFS) Ver. 4.0 embedded flash memory devices. These products, available in capacities of 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB, are specifically designed to meet the demands of next-generation mobile applications, including high-end smartphones. With improved performance, these UFS devices optimize the utilization of 5G connectivity, resulting in faster downloads, reduced Latency, and an overall enhanced user experience. Furthermore, the smaller package size contributes to increased board space efficiency and design flexibility.

Kioxia has been at the forefront of UFS technology and continues to push boundaries with its innovative product development. The latest UFS Ver. 4.0 devices combine the company’s BiCS FLASH 3D flash memory with a controller in a JEDEC-standard package. Leveraging MIPI M-PHY 5.0 and UniPro 2.0, UFS 4.0 supports theoretical interface speeds of up to 23.2 gigabits per second (Gbps) per lane or 46.4 Gbps per device. It’s worth noting that UFS 4.0 maintains backward compatibility with UFS 3.1, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems.

Key features of the new UFS Ver. 4.0 devices include significant improvements in read/write speeds compared to the previous generation: approximately 15% sequential write, 50% random write, and 30% random read speed enhancements. Additionally, there is a reduction in package size when compared to its predecessor, with dimensions of 9mm x 13mm and a thickness of 0.8mm for the 256GB and 512GB variants, and 0.9mm for the 1TB variant. This represents an approximate 18% reduction in size compared to conventional package dimensions of 11mm x 13mm.

For more detailed information about Kioxia’s latest UFS Ver. 4.0 embedded flash memory devices, visit the product page on their official website.

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Background Information

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About JEDEC: JEDEC is the global leader in the development of standards for the microelectronics industry. It was founded in 1958 as the Joint Electron Device Engineering Council to develop standards for the microelectronics industry. The organization's headquarters is located in Arlington, Virginia, United States. JEDEC sets standards for a wide range of technologies, including semiconductors, memory devices, integrated circuits, and more. Its standards are widely adopted and utilized throughout the industry to ensure compatibility and interoperability among various electronic devices and components.

  

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