The specific NVME SSDs I recommend are the Samsung PM1735, for a conventional PCIe slot in the VMware host, and the Intel P4610 for a 15mm U.2 slot in the host. NVME SSDs are by far the best choice for host side caching in VMware. They are the same price…
Cache Media Recommendation
In terms of price/performance, enterprise NVME SSDs have now become the best choice for in-VMware host caching media. They are higher performing and cost just a little more than their lower performing SATA counterparts. The Samsung PM1735 (in PCIe form factor) and the Intel P4610 (2.5″ U.2 form factor) NVME…