Kingston NV3 1TB M.2 2230 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD
Compact PCIe 4.0 NVMe storage for compatible notebooks and handheld systems
The Kingston NV3 SNV3SM3/1T0 is a 1TB solid-state drive designed for systems with a compact M.2 2230 slot. It uses a PCIe 4.0 x4 interface and NVMe protocol to provide sequential read performance up to 6000 MB/s and sequential write performance up to 4000 MB/s. The drive uses 3D NAND and is suitable for compatible notebooks, tablets, thin client systems, and handheld gaming computers that support PCIe NVMe storage.
Its 2230 form factor is shorter than the common M.2 2280 format, so physical clearance and mounting support must be checked before installation. The drive is covered by a five-year limited warranty, subject to the published total bytes written limit of 320TBW.
Technical Specifications
| Part Number | SNV3SM3/1T0 |
| Manufacturer | Kingston |
| Type | NVMe solid-state drive |
| Form Factor | M.2 2230 |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 |
| Capacity | 1TB |
| Protocol | NVMe |
| NAND Type | 3D NAND |
| Sequential Read | Up to 6000 MB/s |
| Sequential Write | Up to 4000 MB/s |
| Endurance | 320TBW |
| Warranty | Five-year limited warranty |
Compact M.2 2230 form factor fits supported space-constrained systems.
PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe interface delivers sequential reads up to 6000 MB/s.
Kingston rates the 1TB model at 320TBW with a five-year limited warranty.
Which systems support the Kingston NV3 SNV3SM3/1T0?
It is compatible with systems that provide an M.2 2230 slot wired for PCIe NVMe storage. Check the system service manual for supported drive lengths, interface generation, and capacity limits.
Can this drive be installed in an M.2 2280 slot?
The drive is physically 30 mm long and is designed for M.2 2230 mounting. It should only be installed in a 2280 system when the system includes an appropriate 2230 mounting position or adapter.
Will the NV3 work in a PCIe 3.0 system?
Yes, PCIe is backward compatible, but the drive operates at the system slot's lower PCIe generation and will not reach its PCIe 4.0 performance rating.
What operating systems can use this SSD?
The drive uses the standard NVMe storage protocol and can be used by operating systems with compatible NVMe support, including current Windows and Linux installations.
Does the drive require a special NVMe driver?
Modern operating systems generally include NVMe support. During deployment, use the platform storage controller mode and firmware settings recommended by the system manufacturer.
What is the rated endurance of the 1TB model?
Kingston rates the SNV3SM3/1T0 at 320TBW. Warranty coverage is limited to five years or the published endurance limit, whichever occurs first.