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Single-sided M.2 2280 SSD with black PCB and silver label

Kingston Technology Corp.

Kingston Technology Corp. SNV3S/500G internal SSD

SKU CH-3CVT-PH3XP MPN SNV3S/500G

A 500 GB NVMe drive in the M.2 2280 form factor with PCIe 4.0 x4 interface reaching 5000 MB/s read and 3000 MB/s write

  • Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Used ForConsumer
  • Form FactorM.2 2280
  • Capacity500GB
  • InterfacePCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe
  • ProtocolNVMe

Style 2280

Options 500GB

  • Up to 5000 MB/s read speeds from a PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe controller
  • Up to 3000 MB/s write speeds for fast file transfers and application loads
  • M.2 2280 single-sided design fits laptops and small-form-factor systems
  • 500 GB capacity stores games, media and work files
  • 2 000 000 hours MTBF for long-term reliability

Kingston NV3 500GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe

The Kingston NV3 SNV3S/500G is an M.2 2280 internal SSD built for consumer laptops and desktops. It uses a PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe interface to deliver sequential reads up to 5000 MBps and writes up to 3000 MBps. The 500GB capacity suits operating systems, applications and everyday file storage.

Thermals power and noise

The controller runs without a DRAM cache, relying on host memory buffer technology to lower power draw and heat output. Operating temperatures span 0 to 70°C, while the single-sided 2.30mm profile fits thin chassis with restricted airflow. No moving parts means silent operation under any workload.

Upgrade path and value

The drive replaces slower PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSDs or mechanical hard drives in M.2 slots. The jump is worth it when faster boot times, quicker game loads and snappier application launches matter. MTBF of 2000000 hours supports long-term daily use.

Highlights

  • Up to 5000 MB/s read speeds from a PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe controller
  • Up to 3000 MB/s write speeds for fast file transfers and application loads
  • M.2 2280 single-sided design fits laptops and small-form-factor systems
  • 500 GB capacity stores games, media and work files
  • 2 000 000 hours MTBF for long-term reliability

Specifications

BrandKingston
SeriesSNV3S
ModelSNV3S/500G
Part NumberSNV2S/500G
Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Used ForConsumer
Form FactorM.2 2280
Capacity500GB
InterfacePCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe
ProtocolNVMe
CacheNo DRAM (HMB)
Max Sequential ReadUp to 5000 MBps
Max Sequential WriteUp to 3000 MBps
MTBF2,000,000 hours
FeaturesKingston’s NV3 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD is a next-gen storage solution powered by a Gen 4x4 NVMe controller, delivering read/write speeds up to 6,000/5,000MB/s*. It offers lower power consumption and reduced heat, optimizing your system's performance without compromising value. The compact, single-sided M.2 2280 (22x80mm) design expands storage up to 4TB**,*****, conserving space for other components. Experience NVMe speeds with NV3.
Available in capacities from 500GB – 4TB to give you all the space you need for applications, documents, photos, videos, games and more.
FEATURES
Gen 4x4 NVMe
Operating Temperature0°C ~ +70°C
Storage Temperature-40°C ~ +70°C
Height2.30mm
Weight7g
Shipping weight0.02 kg
Package size184 × 131 × 13 mm

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Questions about this item

How do I install the M.2 2280 NVMe drive and which step is often missed?

Insert the drive at a shallow angle into the M.2 slot, press flat, and secure with the retention screw. The step often missed is tightening that screw, which keeps the single-sided board properly seated.

What maintenance or replacement will the 500GB NVMe SSD need later?

No scheduled maintenance is required. The drive has no DRAM cache and uses host memory buffer, so firmware updates via Kingston software are the only occasional action. Plan replacement when the 2,000,000-hour MTBF rating or write endurance is reached.

What limit appears first during sustained writes on this PCIe 4.0 x4 drive?

Sequential write speed drops after the SLC cache fills, falling from the peak 3000 MBps to the native TLC rate. The controller also throttles if the drive temperature approaches the 70°C operating limit.

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