Is the Kingston NV3 a good SSD for a gaming PC?

Yes, for a game library and everyday use. Load times are close to premium Gen 4 drives, though large sustained writes slow down more.

Does the NV3 have DRAM?

No. It is a DRAM-less design that uses host memory buffer, which is why sustained write speed drops on big transfers.

Will it fit my laptop?

It is a single-sided M.2 2280 card, so it fits most laptops with an M.2 slot. Check that your slot supports PCIe Gen 4 or Gen 3 NVMe.

Does it come with a heatsink?

No. The drive is bare, so a desktop board with an M.2 heatsink or a laptop's own shielding is what you rely on.

Is it worth it over a Gen 3 drive?

For most buyers yes, since sequential reads are much higher for similar money. If you mostly do small random work, the gap is smaller.

What is the endurance rating?

Kingston rates the 1TB NV3 at a few hundred terabytes written, which is fine for normal desktop and laptop use but modest for constant large writes.

Where is the Kingston NV3 1TB M.2 NVMe PCIe Gen 4 SSD cheapest?

At Sonnet Technologies, for $139.99, 22% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the Kingston NV3 1TB M.2 NVMe PCIe Gen 4 SSD?

15 stores we checked sell it, including Sonnet Technologies, Amazon, Walmart, Techinn.com, eBay.

Kingston NV3 1TB M.2 NVMe PCIe Gen 4 SSD

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What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers describe the NV3 as a dependable budget Gen 4 drive that delivers fast boot times and quick game loads for the money. Most criticism centers on its DRAM-less design and endurance rating rather than everyday reliability.

What people mention

SpeedPraisedOwners say boot times and game loads feel noticeably quicker than older drives.
Sustained writesCriticisedReviewers note write speed falls during long transfers because the drive has no DRAM cache.
EnduranceMixedThe rated terabytes-written figure is seen as adequate for everyday use but low for heavy workloads.
HeatPraisedUsers report the drive runs cool and draws little power.
InstallPraisedBuyers describe fitting it as a simple screw-in job in laptops and desktops.

About the Kingston NV3 1TB M.2 NVMe PCIe Gen 4 SSD

Part No. SNV3S/1000G

Fast Storage. Exceptional Value.

1TB Kingston NV3 M.2 NVMe PCIe Gen 4 SSD

Affordable PCIe Gen 4 SSD for Everyday Storage

Gen 4x4 NVMe PCIe Performance

The 1TB Kingston NV3 M.2 NVMe PCIe Gen 4 SSD is a next-gen storage solution powered by a Gen 4x4 NVMe controller, delivering read/write speeds up to 6,000/4,000 MB/s. It offers lower power consumption and reduced heat, optimizing your system's performance without compromising value, and gives you the space you need for applications, documents, photos, videos, games and more.

This SSD offers great performance — supporting up to 6000 MB/s peak read speed — and is ideal for online or backup data storage.

Key Features & Specifications

Accelerate Everyday Performance – Upgrade your system with PCIe Gen 4 NVMe technology and enjoy responsive computing, faster boot times, and read speeds up to 6,000 MB/s.

More Space for Your Digital Life – Store more photos, videos, games, documents, and applications with capacities designed to keep up with your growing storage needs.

Efficient and Reliable Storage – Designed for low power consumption and dependable operation, helping laptops and desktops perform at their best.

Simple Upgrade, Broad Compatibility – The compact M.2 2280 form factor makes the NV3 an easy storage upgrade for many modern desktop and notebook systems.

Compatibility – Compatible with Mac, Windows, and Linux

Form Factor – M.2 2280

Interface – PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe

Capacity – 1 TB

Sequential Read/Write – 6,000/4,000 (1) MB/s

Endurance [Total Bytes Written] – 320TB

Dimensions – 22mm x 80mm x 2.3mm

Package Contents – 1TB Kingston NV3 M.2 NVMe PCIe Gen 4 SSD sealed OEM package

Warranty & Support – Limited 5-year warranty and support through Kingston

Technical Notes

(1) Maximum write speed applies to writes within the SSD's high-speed write cache. During extended continuous writes, performance decreases after the cache is filled.

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