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KingSpec

KingSpec NX-512 2280 512GB internal SSD

SKU CH-AWVV-RDMCN

A 512GB M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 NVMe 1.3 internal SSD with 3D NAND delivering up to 3400 MB/s read, 2500 MB/s write, 380,000 random read IOPS and 320,000 random write IOPS

  • Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Used ForConsumer
  • Form FactorM.2 2280
  • Capacity512GB
  • Memory Components3D NAND
  • InterfacePCI-Express 3.0 x4

Options NX-512-2280

  • Fast boot and load times with up to 3400 MB/s sequential read
  • Responsive multitasking from up to 380000 random read IOPS
  • Quick file saves at up to 2500 MB/s sequential write
  • Low power draw of .71 W idle for cooler laptop operation
  • Long endurance rated at 480 TB written and 1000000 hours MTBF

What the drive is

The KingSpec NX-512 2280 is a 512GB internal SSD built on the M.2 2280 form factor. It connects through a PCI-Express 3.0 x4 interface using the NVMe 1.3 protocol and uses 3D NAND flash memory. Sequential reads reach up to 3400 MBps and writes up to 2500 MBps.

Who should buy and who should not

This drive suits desktop and laptop users who need a straightforward NVMe upgrade for faster boot times and application loading. It works in any system with an M.2 2280 slot that supports PCIe 3.0 x4. Buyers who require a built-in heatsink or higher endurance than 480TB total bytes written should consider other models.

The spec that decides fit

The PCIe 3.0 x4 interface paired with NVMe 1.3 determines whether this SSD will operate at its rated 3400 MBps read and 2500 MBps write speeds. A slot limited to PCIe 2.0 or SATA will not deliver these figures.

Highlights

  • Fast boot and load times with up to 3400 MB/s sequential read
  • Responsive multitasking from up to 380000 random read IOPS
  • Quick file saves at up to 2500 MB/s sequential write
  • Low power draw of .71 W idle for cooler laptop operation
  • Long endurance rated at 480 TB written and 1000000 hours MTBF

Specifications

BrandKingSpec
SeriesNX 2280 Series
ModelNX-512 2280
Part NumberNX-512 2280
Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Used ForConsumer
Form FactorM.2 2280
Capacity512GB
Memory Components3D NAND
InterfacePCI-Express 3.0 x4
ProtocolNVMe 1.3
Max Sequential ReadUp to 3400 MBps
Max Sequential WriteUp to 2500 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 my motherboard need an M.2 2280 slot with PCIe 3.0 x4 and NVMe 1.3 support to install this KingSpec NX-512?

Yes, the drive uses the M.2 2280 form factor and connects via PCIe 3.0 x4 with NVMe 1.3, so the motherboard must provide that slot and protocol.

Will this PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe SSD work in a system that currently uses a SATA SSD or hard drive?

It will work if the system has a free M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 slot; the NVMe drive operates independently of any existing SATA storage.

How can I verify the drive is delivering its rated 3400 MBps read and 2500 MBps write speeds after installation?

Run a benchmark tool such as CrystalDiskMark on the NVMe drive; sequential results should approach 3400 MBps read and 2500 MBps write.

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