Micron Updates Data Center NVMe SSD Lineup: 6500 ION TLC and XTR SLC

Micron is expanding its data center SSD lineup today with the introduction of two new products – the 6500 ION and the XTR NVMe SSDs. These two products do not fall into any of their existing enterprise SSD lineups. They are meant to fill holes in their product stack for high-capacity and high-endurance offerings. While the Micron 6500 ION is a TLC drive with QLC pricing, the XTR NVMe SSD is a SLC offering. Read on for a closer look at the specifications and market positioning of the two products.