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KingSpec

KingSpec NX-1TB 2280 internal SSD

SKU CH-GAS6-1SG65

A 1 TB M.2 2280 NVMe SSD with PCIe 3.0 x4 interface, reaching 3500 MBps read and 3200 MBps write speeds

  • Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Used ForConsumer
  • Form FactorM.2 2280
  • Capacity1TB
  • Memory Components3D NAND
  • InterfacePCI-Express 3.0 x4

Options NX-1TB-2280

  • Up to 3500 MBps sequential read for faster boot and load times
  • Up to 3200 MBps sequential write to accelerate large file saves
  • 380000 IOPS random read and 320000 IOPS random write for responsive multitasking
  • 480 TBW endurance rating with 1000000 hours MTBF for long-term reliability
  • Low 0.71 W idle and 4.66 W active power draw for efficient operation

KingSpec NX-1TB 2280 NVMe SSD

The KingSpec NX-1TB 2280 is an internal NVMe solid-state drive built for consumers who want faster boot times and application loading on a desktop or laptop. It uses a PCI-Express 3.0 x4 interface with the NVMe 1.3 protocol and 3D NAND flash. Sequential reads reach up to 3500 MBps and writes up to 3200 MBps, while random performance hits 380,000 read IOPS and 320,000 write IOPS. Active power draw is 4.66 W and idle drops to 0.71 W.

Upgrade from SATA SSD to PCIe 3.0 NVMe

Moving from a SATA SSD to this PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe drive can deliver up to five times the sequential throughput, cutting game load screens and large-file transfer times. The jump is worth it when the motherboard has an M.2 slot wired for PCIe 3.0 x4 and the workload involves frequent large reads or writes. Endurance is rated at 480 TBW with an MTBF of 1,000,000 hours, so the drive sustains heavy daily writes for years.

M.2 2280 slot requirement and system impact

Installation requires a standard M.2 2280 slot keyed for NVMe; the drive ships without a heatsink, so airflow from the chassis or motherboard cover is needed for sustained loads. The compact form factor leaves 2.5-inch bays free for additional storage and keeps cabling minimal. Low idle power helps laptop battery life, while the 1 TB capacity holds operating system, applications and a working project library in one volume.

Highlights

  • Up to 3500 MBps sequential read for faster boot and load times
  • Up to 3200 MBps sequential write to accelerate large file saves
  • 380000 IOPS random read and 320000 IOPS random write for responsive multitasking
  • 480 TBW endurance rating with 1000000 hours MTBF for long-term reliability
  • Low 0.71 W idle and 4.66 W active power draw for efficient operation

Specifications

BrandKingSpec
SeriesNX Series
ModelNX-1TB 2280
Part NumberNX-1TB 2280
Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Used ForConsumer
Form FactorM.2 2280
Capacity1TB
Memory Components3D NAND
InterfacePCI-Express 3.0 x4
ProtocolNVMe 1.3
Max Sequential ReadUp to 3500 MBps
Max Sequential WriteUp to 3200 MBps
4KB Random ReadUp to 380,000 IOPS
4KB Random WriteUp to 320,000 IOPS
Terabytes Written (TBW)480TB
MTBF1,000,000 hours
HeatSinkwithout HeatSink
Power Consumption (Idle)0.71W
Power Consumption (Active)4.66W
Operating Temperature0°C ~ +70°C
Storage Temperature-20°C ~ +75°C
Operating Humidity5-95%
Height2.10mm
Width22.00mm
Depth80.00mm
Weight50g

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Questions about this item

Does the M.2 2280 form factor need a heatsink slot or will it fit a standard motherboard slot?

The drive uses the standard M.2 2280 form factor without a heatsink, so it fits any PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe 1.3 slot on desktops, laptops or NVMe-enabled NAS units.

What is the correct BIOS setting to enable the NVMe 1.3 protocol on a PCIe 3.0 x4 slot?

Set the M.2 slot to PCIe 3.0 x4 and NVMe mode in BIOS; the common mistake is leaving the slot in SATA or Auto mode, which prevents the drive from being detected.

When should I expect to replace the drive based on the 480 TBW endurance rating?

The 480 TBW rating means you can write 480 terabytes before the warranty limit; typical consumer workloads write far less per year, so the drive lasts many years under normal use.

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