Intel X25-M 80GB G2 for $169.99 (after $30 MIR, good thru 10/17)

[crimson117]

Intel X25-M 80GB G2 for $169.99 after $30 MIR (expires on 10/17/10)

I know it's not the fastest SSD on the block these days, but it's still stunningly fast.

Rebate form PDF - only valid on purchases from newegg

REBATE SUMMARY:
• Offer Code: INT-10002
• Rebate Amount: $30.00 (Visa® Card)
• Valid on orders made between: 10/4/2010 and 10/17/2010
• Must be postmarked: by 10/30/2010
• Valid on the following product(s):
• $30 - Intel® X25M 80GB Solid State Drive with internal SATA & power cables (retail box) - (Model:SSDSA2MH080G2K5) (UPC: 735858215916)
• $10 - Intel® X25V 40GB Solid State Drive with internal SATA & power cables (retail box) - (Model:SSDSA2MP040G2K5) (UPC: 735858215909)
• $30 - Intel® X25-M 80GB Solid State Drive (retail box) - (Model:SSDSA2MH080G2R5) (UPC: 735858208802)
• $10 - Intel® X25-V 40GB Solid State Drive (retail box) - (Model:SSDSA2MP040G2R5) (UPC: 735858213141)
• Only valid on purchases made at: • Newegg.com
• It is recommended to keep copies of all materials submitted for your records
PROOF OF PURCHASE REQUIREMENTS:
• Signed Rebate Form • Original UPC Barcode Label • Copy of Receipt/Invoice or Packing List

 

[MJinZ]

Nice, I paid $300 last year. And regardless, you'll never need a system drive faster than this. Well you will when everything can become instantaneous.

 

[crimson117]

According to camelegg.com it's been pretty consistent at $300 from last fall until March of this year when it dropped to around $220. But yeah 50% off after one year is pretty crazy...

 

[rivan]

According to camelegg.com it's been pretty consistent at $300 from last fall until March of this year when it dropped to around $220. But yeah 50% off after one year is pretty crazy...

Makes me wonder if G3 is nearing.

Nice deal :thumbsup:

 

[crimson117]

Makes me wonder if G3 is nearing.

Could be! But back in 2009 they were king of the hill. There's a lot more very capable competition these days, especially sandforce-1200 drives like the vertex 2.

 

[Anubis]

Makes me wonder if G3 is nearing.

Nice deal :thumbsup:

G3s were pushed out to 2011 based on threads in the memory forum

 

[Nizology]

REBATE SUMMARY:
• Offer Code: INT-10002
• Rebate Amount: $30.00 (Visa® Card)
• Valid on orders made between: 10/4/2010 and 10/17/2010
• Must be postmarked: by 10/30/2010
• Valid on the following product(s):
• $30 - Intel® X25M 80GB Solid State Drive with internal SATA & power cables (retail box) - (Model:SSDSA2MH080G2K5) (UPC: 735858215916)
• $10 - Intel® X25V 40GB Solid State Drive with internal SATA & power cables (retail box) - (Model:SSDSA2MP040G2K5) (UPC: 735858215909)
• $30 - Intel® X25-M 80GB Solid State Drive (retail box) - (Model:SSDSA2MH080G2R5) (UPC: 735858208802)
• $10 - Intel® X25-V 40GB Solid State Drive (retail box) - (Model:SSDSA2MP040G2R5) (UPC: 735858213141)
• Only valid on purchases made at: • Newegg.com
• It is recommended to keep copies of all materials submitted for your records
PROOF OF PURCHASE REQUIREMENTS:
• Signed Rebate Form • Original UPC Barcode Label • Copy of Receipt/Invoice or Packing List

Anybody know the difference between the two 40gb drives? I just saw the G2R5 on sale at BB for $99 and I had a $50 gift card, so I jumped on it. Just wondering how the G2K5 is different.

EDIT: Just noticed that the G2K5 says "with internal SATA and power cables." Could that be the difference? The G2R5 didn't come with those cables, which I didn't need. But it did come with the 3.5" mounting bracket plate, which was awesome.

 

[Raeldor]

Looks like this rebate isn't just for newegg, and amazon have this drive for $5 less and no shipping, no tax of course.

 

[Stoneburner]

Anybody know the difference between the two 40gb drives? I just saw the G2R5 on sale at BB for $99 and I had a $50 gift card, so I jumped on it. Just wondering how the G2K5 is different.

EDIT: Just noticed that the G2K5 says "with internal SATA and power cables." Could that be the difference? The G2R5 didn't come with those cables, which I didn't need. But it did come with the 3.5" mounting bracket plate, which was awesome.

In reference to your edit, I believe you are correct. There are "OEM" versiosn that just have the hard drive then he ones that have a bit more. There are no differences in eh actual constitution of the drives.

ANd this is a damn good deal. I've been using this drive on my main rig and couldn't be happier.

 

[qliveur]

Not to threadcrap, but NE had the Gskill Phoenix Pro 80GB (SF1200) for $130 no rebate just a couple of days ago. I've noticed that, generally speaking, the SandForce drives are usually priced better than the Intels and they also perform better.

 

[Axon]

Not to threadcrap, but NE had the Gskill Phoenix Pro 80GB (SF1200) for $130 no rebate just a couple of days ago. I've noticed that, generally speaking, the SandForce drives are usually priced better than the Intels and they also perform better.

Correct, and it was such a good deal it sold out. I wish I had moved on the 120 gig/$220ish deal a week ago or so. The intel option is still very good, however.

 

[crimson117]

Not to threadcrap, but NE had the Gskill Phoenix Pro 80GB (SF1200) for $130 no rebate just a couple of days ago. I've noticed that, generally speaking, the SandForce drives are usually priced better than the Intels and they also perform better.

No threadcrap offense taken!

Actually I was going to doubt this drive as being too new, but a similar and celebrated drive the Vertex 2 90GB is also down to $169.99 after MIR!

 

[crimson117]

Correct, and it was such a good deal it sold out. I wish I had moved on the 120 gig/$220ish deal a week ago or so. The intel option is still very good, however.

You can get a 120GB OCZ Vertex 2 (3.5") for about $215 right now

 

[Axon]

You can get a 120GB OCZ Vertex 2 (3.5") for about $215 right now

Nice find, but still AR I fear OCZ's rebates like a fat kid fears salad. Now if I can get my hands on an Onyx 2 ssd....

 

[crimson117]

Speaking of G3...

Intel's 3rd Generation X25-M SSD Specs Revealed