SanDisk Full-Scenario Flash Memory Solutions: Empowering the AI Era through UFS 4.1 and QLC Innovation

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) permeates from the cloud to edge and terminal devices, storage systems are facing a triple challenge of performance, capacity, and efficiency. SanDisk has introduced a diversified flash memory product portfolio centered on UFS 4.1 to support end-to-end data storage requirements across data centers, mobile devices, automotive, and consumer electronics.

1. Mobile: The First QLC UFS 4.1 Embedded Flash Drive

For the next generation of mobile devices, SanDisk has launched the SANDISK® iNAND® MC EU721. This is the company's first UFS 4.1 embedded flash solution based on QLC NAND technology, designed to balance high performance with high density.

        Technical Architecture: Built on advanced SANDISK® BiCS8 QLC 3D NAND technology and equipped with a UFS 4.1 standard interface.

        Extreme Performance: Features sequential read speeds up to 4,500MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 4,300MB/s (for the 1TB capacity model).

        AI Optimization: Specifically optimized for edge AI, AR, MR, and XR applications. It empowers mobile devices to accelerate localized AI data processing, such as real-time translation and intelligent image processing.

        Connectivity and Security: Supports next-generation connectivity including 5G and Wi-Fi 7. It integrates Advanced RPMB privacy encryption, device health monitoring, and HID fragmented file management to ensure long-term smooth operation.

        Specifications: Available in 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB capacities, with an expected market launch in April 2026.

2. Automotive: Building the Data Foundation for In-Vehicle AI

To handle the complex workloads of Intelligent Connected Vehicles (ICVs) and Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs), SanDisk provides specialized automotive-grade storage:

        SANDISK® iNAND® AT EU752 (UFS 4.1): Designed to support the heavy workloads brought by next-generation in-vehicle AI systems.

        SANDISK® iNAND® AT EN610 (NVMe SSD): Tailored to meet the rigorous demands of high-performance central computing architectures.

3. Cloud Data Center: PCIe Gen5 and Ultra-Large Capacity UltraQLC™

SanDisk offers high-performance storage tailored for both compute-intensive and storage-intensive AI applications:

        AI Training and Inference: The SANDISK® SN861 NVMe SSD utilizes a PCIe® Gen 5 interface. Its ultra-low latency makes it ideal for Large Language Model (LLM) training and AI service deployment.

        AI Data Lake Construction: The SANDISK® SN670 NVMe SSD, based on the UltraQLC™ platform, offers capacities up to 256TB. It provides superior performance and capacity to support high-speed AI data lakes and data preparation.

4. Consumer and Smart Video: Specialized Storage Solutions

Through brand renewal and targeted optimization, SanDisk provides high-reliability solutions for specific user needs:

        Consumer Internal SSDs: The newly refreshed SANDISK Optimus™ internal SSD line includes three series—Optimus, Optimus GX, and Optimus GX PRO—designed for content creators, gamers, and professionals.

        Smart Video Surveillance: The SANDISK® Video VD QD131 microSD™ high-endurance card is optimized for terminal video scenarios . it supports 24/7 continuous recording, operates in extreme environments, and includes smart health monitoring for critical security and automotive applications.

Conclusion

From training trillion-parameter models in the cloud to localized AI execution on mobile devices, SanDisk is building a comprehensive flash ecosystem. By leveraging UFS 4.1, PCIe Gen5, and QLC NAND technologies, SanDisk helps customers construct scalable and reliable data infrastructure for the AI era.