Kingston KC3000 4TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 2280 SSD — Phison E18 Controller, 3D TLC NAND, DRAM Cache, Sequential Read/Write up to 7,000/7,000 MB/s, 3200 TBW Endurance, Graphene Aluminum Heat Spreader

Key Specifications

• Model : Kingston KC3000 4TB
• Capacity : 4TB (4096GB)
• Interface : PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe
• Form Factor : M.2 2280 (80 mm x 22 mm x 3.5 mm)
• Controller : Phison E18
• NAND Type : 3D TLC NAND
• DRAM Cache : Yes
• Sequential Read Speed : Up to 7,000 MB/s
• Sequential Write Speed : Up to 7,000 MB/s
• Random 4K Read IOPS : Up to 1,000,000
• Random 4K Write IOPS : Up to 1,000,000
• Total Bytes Written (TBW) : 3.2 PBW
• Power Consumption :
  • Idle : 50 mW
  • Average : 0.36 W
  • Max Read : 2.7 W
  • Max Write : 10.2 W
• Operating Temperature : 0°C to 70°C
• Storage Temperature : -40°C to 85°C
• Weight : Approximately 9.7 g
• MTBF : 2,000,000 hours
• Thermal Solution : Low-profile graphene aluminum heat spreader

Performance Features

• Blazing Fast Speeds : Delivers up to 7,000 MB/s read/write for ultra-fast data transfers, ideal for high-end gaming, 4K+ video editing, and 3D rendering
• High Random IOPS : Offers up to 1 million IOPS for random 4K reads and writes, ensuring smooth performance during multitasking and file-intensive operations
• SLC Caching : Maintains sustained write speeds over extended usage sessions
• PCIe Gen4 Optimization : Fully utilizes the bandwidth of PCIe 4.0 for maximum throughput

Reliability & Endurance

• Endurance Rating : 3.2 petabytes written (PBW) ensures long-term reliability under heavy workloads
• Error Correction & Wear-Leveling : Advanced technologies help maintain data integrity and extend drive lifespan
• Thermal Management : Integrated low-profile graphene aluminum heat spreader helps keep temperatures in check during intense use

Compatibility & Form Factor

• M.2 2280 Size : Compact and lightweight design fits into both desktop and laptop systems with PCIe 4.0 support
• NVMe Interface : Compatible with motherboards supporting PCIe Gen4 and NVMe protocol
• Wide Temperature Range : Suitable for both consumer and light professional environments