The Kingston NV3 PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD is a next-generation, high-speed storage solution designed to deliver exceptional performance in a compact form factor. Engineered to leverage the bandwidth of the Gen 4×4 interface, this 500GB drive breathes new life into mainstream desktop builds, slim laptops, and small-form-factor mini PCs. Driven by an advanced multi-channel controller and high-density 3D NAND technology, the NV3 eliminates system bottlenecks with quick boot times, snappy application responsiveness, and fast file transfers. It is the definitive upgrade for everyday users, casual gamers, and content creators looking for low-power, high-efficiency storage.
Feature
Details
Model Name / SKU
Kingston NV3 Series / SNV3S/500G
Form Factor
M.2 2280 (Single-Sided)
Interface Interface
PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe
Capacity
500 GB
Sequential Read Speed
Up to 5,000 MB/s
Sequential Write Speed
Up to 3,000 MB/s
NAND Flash Memory
High-Density 3D NAND
Total Bytes Written (TBW)
160 TBW (Endurance Rating)
Storage Temperature
-40°C to 85°C
Operating Temperature
0°C to 70°C
Dimensions & Weight
80 mm x 22 mm x 2.3 mm / 7 grams
Next-Gen Gen 4×4 Performance: Harnesses the power of the PCIe 4.0 NVMe interface to achieve blistering read speeds up to 5,000 MB/s and write speeds up to 3,000 MB/s. This allows the drive to handle massive file copies, gaming asset loading, and system boots with ease.
Slim Single-Sided Form Factor: Built on a streamlined M.2 2280 layout with components mounted entirely on one side. This ultra-thin 2.3mm thickness profile ensures physical compatibility across modern ultrabooks, thin laptops, and tight mini-ITX enclosures.
Enhanced Energy Efficiency: Optimized for reduced power consumption and lower heat output during active operations. The drive runs cooler and drawing minimal battery power, making it perfect for extending the runtime of laptops and mobile workstations.
Rock-Solid Hardware Durability: Features a robust solid-state architecture with no moving internal parts. This provides excellent resistance against accidental drops, vibrations, and physical shocks, ensuring your critical data remains secure.
High-Density 3D NAND Architecture: Leverages advanced vertical flash stacking to pack 500GB of reliable storage capacity into a minuscule footprint, delivering an optimal balance of structural longevity, raw speed, and cost-per-gigabyte value.
Accelerate your system responsiveness and eliminate storage bottlenecks with the Kingston NV3 500GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD. Combining a fast Gen 4×4 controller interface, a space-saving single-sided M.2 form factor, and reliable 3D NAND endurance, this high-efficiency solid-state drive delivers the ultimate balance of everyday processing performance and budget-friendly system optimization.