Kingston NV3 2TB M.2 2230 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD
Compact PCIe 4.0 NVMe storage for compatible laptops and handheld systems
The Kingston NV3 SNV3SM3/2T0 is a 2TB M.2 2230 solid-state drive designed for systems with a compact PCIe 4.0 NVMe storage slot. It uses a PCIe 4.0 x4 interface and supports sequential read speeds up to 6,000 MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 5,000 MB/s. The short 2230 form factor fits selected handheld gaming PCs, ultraportable laptops, tablets, and other space-constrained systems. The drive is backward compatible with PCIe 3.0 platforms, although performance is limited by the host interface. Installation requires an M.2 2230 socket with NVMe support and suitable system firmware. Kingston provides a five-year limited warranty, subject to the drive's endurance and warranty conditions.
Technical Specifications
| Part Number | SNV3SM3/2T0 |
| Manufacturer | Kingston |
| Type | Internal NVMe solid-state drive |
| Form Factor | M.2 2230 |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 |
| Capacity | 2TB |
| Protocol | NVMe |
| Sequential Read | Up to 6,000 MB/s |
| Sequential Write | Up to 5,000 MB/s |
| Endurance | 640 TBW |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 70°C |
| Warranty | Five-year limited warranty |
2TB capacity in the compact M.2 2230 form factor.
PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe interface delivers up to 6,000 MB/s sequential reads.
Requires an M.2 2230 slot with PCIe NVMe support.
What systems support the Kingston SNV3SM3/2T0?
It is compatible with systems that provide an M.2 2230 slot wired for PCIe NVMe storage. Check the system service manual before installation, because an M.2 2230 slot may support only specific drive types.
Can this SSD be installed in a Steam Deck or similar handheld PC?
The M.2 2230 dimensions and PCIe NVMe interface match the storage format used by many handheld PCs. Confirm the host system's supported capacity, single-sided clearance, and installation requirements before purchase.
Will it work in a PCIe 3.0 system?
Yes, PCIe 4.0 NVMe drives are backward compatible with PCIe 3.0 systems that support NVMe storage. Maximum throughput will be limited by the PCIe 3.0 interface.
Does the drive require special drivers?
Modern Windows and Linux systems generally include standard NVMe drivers. System firmware must support booting from an NVMe drive if the SSD will be used as a boot device.
What performance does this Kingston NV3 provide?
The 2TB model is rated for sequential read speeds up to 6,000 MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 5,000 MB/s under suitable PCIe 4.0 conditions. Actual results depend on the host system, workload, thermals, and available free capacity.