The AORUS Gen5 12000 SSD marks another entry into the PCIe Gen5 realm. This drive is essentially an update to the AORUS 10000 SSD, which we reviewed earlier this year, featuring the new Micron 232-layer NAND as the primary change between the two models. The new GIGABYTE SSD is powered by the Phison PS5026-E26 controller and is targeted toward PC enthusiasts, gamers, and professionals in rendering.