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Mushkin Enhanced

Mushkin Enhanced Vortex-LX 1TB M.2 2280 internal SSD MKNSSDVL1TB-D8

SKU CH-X78M-NM3BP MPN MKNSSDVL1TB-D8

A 1TB M.2 2280 NVMe drive with PCIe 4.0 x4 interface delivering up to 5200 MB/s read and 4370 MB/s write for gaming PCs and laptops

  • Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Used ForConsumer
  • Form FactorM.2 2280
  • Capacity1TB
  • Memory Components3D NAND
  • InterfacePCI-Express 4.0 x4

Options 1TB

  • Up to 5200 MB/s sequential read for fast load times
  • Up to 4370 MB/s sequential write for quick file saves
  • 250,000 IOPS random read for responsive multitasking
  • 450,000 IOPS random write for smooth heavy workloads
  • 5 million hours MTBF for long-term reliability

Vortex-LX 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe Drive

The Mushkin Enhanced Vortex-LX is a 1TB internal solid-state drive built for consumer PCs and laptops. It uses the M.2 2280 form factor with a PCI-Express 4.0 x4 interface and NVMe 1.4 protocol. The InnoGrit IG5220 controller manages 3D NAND flash to deliver sequential reads up to 5200 MB/s and writes up to 4370 MB/s.

Built-in ECC and SLC Caching

Fourth-generation LDPC error correction provides the strongest data correction level currently in use. End-to-end data path protection guards information from the host to the NAND. SLC caching accelerates burst workloads, while Host Memory Buffer technology borrows system DRAM to sustain performance without a dedicated DRAM cache.

Straightforward M.2 Installation

The single-sided M.2 2280 module fits into any compatible slot on a desktop motherboard or laptop. No cables or brackets are required; secure it with the motherboard screw. The most common issue is the system not detecting the drive until the BIOS is set to NVMe mode or the latest storage driver is loaded.

Highlights

  • Up to 5200 MB/s sequential read for fast load times
  • Up to 4370 MB/s sequential write for quick file saves
  • 250,000 IOPS random read for responsive multitasking
  • 450,000 IOPS random write for smooth heavy workloads
  • 5 million hours MTBF for long-term reliability

Specifications

BrandMushkin Enhanced
SeriesVortex-LX
ModelMKNSSDVL1TB-D8
Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Used ForConsumer
Form FactorM.2 2280
Capacity1TB
Memory Components3D NAND
InterfacePCI-Express 4.0 x4
ProtocolNVMe 1.4
ControllerInnoGrit IG5220
Max Sequential ReadUp to 5200 MB/s
Max Sequential WriteUp to 4370 MB/s
4KB Random ReadUp to 250,000 IOPS
4KB Random WriteUp to 450,000 IOPS
MTBF1,500,000 hours
Shipping weight0.04 kg
Package size142 × 117 × 10 mm

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Questions about this item

How long is the MTBF rating for the Mushkin Vortex-LX 1TB drive?

The drive carries a mean-time-between-failures rating of 1,500,000 hours, indicating the expected reliability of the 3D NAND components under normal consumer workloads.

What limits sustained write speed once the SLC cache is exhausted?

After the dynamic SLC cache fills, write throughput drops to the native 3D NAND speed, which is lower than the quoted 4,370 MB/s peak.

Does the InnoGrit IG5220 controller run hot enough to need a heatsink during all-day use?

The controller supports Host Memory Buffer and LDPC error correction, which help manage thermals, but sustained heavy loads can still push temperatures into the range where a motherboard heatsink is advisable.

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