The era of AI PCs is accelerating, with higher demands on storage performance for running large local models and handling multiple tasks simultaneously. To meet these market challenges, Union Memory has always centered on user experience, continuously enhancing the performance of consumer SSDs through a series of technological iterations represented by AM6A1, AM6B1, and AM6C1. This effort aims to solidify the foundation of storage for the widespread application of AI PCs.

From Basic to Exceptional: A Stepped Progression in Performance

As the first product in the series, the AM6A1 precisely targets the mainstream performance market with sequential read/write speeds of 4,900/3,600 MB/s. Its technical highlight lies in excellent power consumption control — under L1.2 low-power mode, it consumes less than 3mW power. Combined with intelligent thermal management strategies, this design ensures continuous and stable operation while significantly improving energy efficiency. This approach sets a clear R&D direction for subsequent products, that is, focusing on the “synergistic optimization of performance and energy efficiency”.

With the introduction of the AM6B1, Union Memory takes a significant leap forward in consumer SSDs . This product achieves remarkable sequential read/write speeds of up to 7,000 MB/s and 6,200 MB/s respectively, which represents improvements of approximately 1.4x and 1.7x over the AM6A1. The AM6B1 not only meets high-load requirements such as instant loading of AAA games and simultaneous online presence of multiple accounts but also supports professional creative scenarios like real-time editing of 4K videos and batch processing of RAW images. Real-world data from CrystalDiskMark benchmarks shows that the AM6B1’s actual performance exceeds its official specifications, confirming its exceptional performance capabilities.

Results of Union Memory’s AM6B1 Tested in CrystalDiskMark

It is noteworthy that while enhancing performance, the AM6B1 does not compromise on energy efficiency. Adopting a DRAMless design and optimizing firmware algorithms to replace traditional cache chips, it effectively controls heat generation and power consumption of storage modules while reducing hardware costs and lowering purchase thresholds for users. The power consumption under L1.2 mode remains within 5mW, and operational power does not exceed 180 mW. This feature meets the dual needs of high performance and long battery life for gaming laptops and creative workstations. This balanced design makes the AM6B1 both a performance choice for high-end users and a cost-effective option for general consumers, which further consolidates Union Memory’s competitive edge in the consumer storage market and lays a solid foundation for the full upgrade of the AM6C1.

Breaking Performance Boundaries: Overcoming the Storage “Impossible Trinity”

The launch of the AM6C1 signifies Union Memory’s successful challenge against the traditional dilemma in the field of consumer storage - the difficulty of balancing “High Performance, Low Power Consumption, and Cost-effectiveness” - and achieves comprehensive breakthroughs with robust technology.

In terms of performance, the AM6C1 achieves another milestone with sequential read/write speeds hitting 7,100 MB/s and 6,600 MB/s respectively, and breaking the 1,000K IOPS barrier in 4KB random read performance — a key indicator that significantly boosts application startup and data retrieval speeds, creating a smoother and faster user experience.

In terms of power consumption control, the AM6C1 employs intelligent thermal management technology to adjust its operational status in real-time, ensuring temperature stability during high-performance operations and enhancing device durability. Coupled with an efficient PMIC power management chip, it further optimizes energy efficiency. Additionally, its support for the L1.2 low-power mode keeps power consumption at ≤ 2.5 mW, and significantly extends the battery life of mobile devices like laptops, fully meeting the needs of mobile office and entertainment scenarios.

Regarding data security and compatibility, the AM6C1 is equally capable. The Power Loss Protection (PLP) mechanism it adopts effectively prevents data loss during unexpected power outages, thus ensuring data security and integrity. Furthermore, the product boasts broad compatibility with new Intel and AMD platforms. It seamlessly adapts to various mainstream systems, providing convenience for user upgrades and usage.

In PCMark 10 tests, both the 512GB and 1TB versions of AM6C1 scored over 3900, outperforming similar products from Competitor B by more than 10%. Its 256GB version also performed comparably to equivalent products from Competitor A.

With solid advancements across multiple dimensions, the AM6C1 undoubtedly offers a reliable “all-round” storage solution for AI PCs and high-end creation scenarios.

Continuous Improvement: Driving Technological Evolution Through User Scenarios

From the reliability of the AM6A1, then to the performance leap of the AM6B1, and finally to the comprehensive breakthrough of the AM6C1, Union Memory has always driven technological evolution based on user scenarios, promoting product upgrades from “basic performance” to “ultimate experience”. Through a strategy of “advance with small steps and continuous improvement”, Union Memory continuously expands its consumer SSD product lineup to meet the diverse requirements of AI PC users for high-speed, low-power, and highly reliable storage.

Facing the new wave of AI PCs, Union Memory will persistently push forward innovation with technology and user demand as its driving forces. It continuously enhances the performance, energy efficiency, and compatibility of storage products, and introduces solutions that better meet the needs of running large local models and multi-modal data processing. It is committed to providing more advanced and reliable storage products for consumers, and empowering various industries across the board towards a digital future.