Will the Kingston NV3 1TB fit your PC? Yes, if your motherboard has an M.2 2280 slot that supports NVMe. It runs on PCIe 4.0 x4 with sequential speeds up to 6,000MB/s read and 4,000MB/s write, and is rated for 320TB of writes. A fast, roomy drive for Windows, your game library or editing projects.
Why the NV3
- PCIe 4.0 NVMe speed: up to 6,000MB/s read for quicker boot and game loading.
- 1TB capacity for Windows plus a solid game library.
- 320TB TBW endurance, far beyond typical gaming use.
- Slim 2.3mm, 7g M.2 2280 design that fits under most motherboard M.2 heatsinks.
Specifications
| Brand | Kingston |
|---|---|
| Model | NV3 1TB (SNV3S/1000G) |
| Capacity | 1TB |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe |
| Form factor | M.2 2280, 22 x 80 x 2.3mm, 7g |
| Sequential read / write | Up to 6,000 / 4,000MB/s |
| Endurance | 320TB TBW |
| NAND | 3D NAND |
| MTBF | 2,000,000 hours |
| Operating temperature | 0 to 70°C |
Before you order
- Needs an M.2 slot with NVMe support. SATA-only M.2 slots will not detect it.
- Full speed requires a PCIe 4.0 or newer slot. In a PCIe 3.0 slot it works but tops out around 3,500MB/s.
- This is the 2280 length, not the 2230 size used by handhelds like the Steam Deck.
FAQ
Does the Kingston NV3 1TB work in a PCIe 3.0 slot?
Yes. It is backward compatible, but the slot limits speed to roughly 3,500MB/s instead of 6,000MB/s.
How fast is the Kingston NV3 1TB?
Kingston rates it at up to 6,000MB/s sequential read and 4,000MB/s sequential write. Real-world speed depends on your motherboard and workload.
What does 320TB endurance mean?
It is the total amount of data Kingston rates the drive to write over its life, about 175GB per day for five years, well above normal gaming use.
Can I install Windows on it?
Yes. It works as a boot drive on any motherboard that supports booting from NVMe, which covers almost every current board.
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