memory stick pro duo difference between gaming version and standard version.

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the gaming version 'clear light blue' one (model #SDMSG-2048-A10) are marketed more as a 'gaming' memory for Sony PSP, also it does not include a memory adaptor like the normal 'solid blue' colored ones (model #SDMSPD-2048-A10). Many believed that the gaming versions are more extreme and to be a better memory than the plain normal solid blue colored ones. This is however a misconception, and is not true. The Gaming versions are actually cheaper to produce and are lower in quality compared to the plain/normal solid blue colored ones. The normal Sandisk memory stick pro duo are made using SLC (single-level cell) memory architecture, while the Sandisk Gaming sticks use the MLC (multi-level cell) memory architecture. SLC is better than MLC in many aspect, such as in performance, efficiency, and longevity. Hence, the normal blue memory stick pro duo (SLC) will have longer life in number of rewrites and faster data transfer, compared to the gaming version ones (MLC). The other difference between the two is, the normal solid blue (SDMSPD) is formatted in FAT16, while the gaming version clear blue one (SDMSG) comes preformatted for PSP. You can however format either memory stick pro duo for use in the PSP and other devices. Ultimately, if you want the better 2GB memory stick pro duo, get the solid blue ones over the gaming version. For those who have the money to spend, do not mind paying more, and simply just want the best of them all in the category, I would recommend the Sandisk 2GB Ultra II memory stick pro duo (model # SDMSPDH-2048-901). Its a waste of money however, if you are using the Sandisk Ultra II on devices that does not have the technology to take advantage of its increase in speed.

More info on MLC and SLC: http://www.memorynet.co.uk/info/faq-single-layer-cell-versus-multi-level-cell.shtml


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In addition, here is a like for what type of pro duo supported by sony camcorder.

http://esupport.sony.com/EN/info/mspro-camcorder.html


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ultra-II pro duo information

http://www.mrgadget.com.au/catalog/memory-stick-ultra-ii-pro-512mb-sandisk-p-388.html


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