SNV3SM3/500G Kingston 500GB NVMe M.2 2230 Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)
SNV3SM3/500G Overview
The Kingston NV3 SNV3SM3/500G 500GB SSD is a compact and efficient PCIe Gen4 NVMe storage solution designed specifically for ultra-small devices such as handheld gaming consoles, ultrabooks, and mini PCs. With its M.2 2230 form factor, it fits into space-constrained systems while still delivering strong performance, reaching up to 5000 MB/s read speeds. Built using 3D NAND and a power-efficient DRAM-less architecture, it offers a balance between speed, thermal efficiency, and affordability. While it is not intended for heavy enterprise workloads, it performs very well for everyday computing, gaming, and portable systems. Overall, it is an excellent choice for users looking to upgrade compact devices with fast, reliable, and energy-efficient storage.
$145
SNV3SM3/500G Technical Specifications
Kingston 500GB PCI Express 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2230 Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Manufacturer: Kingston
Manufacture Part Number: SNV3SM3/500G
Capacity: 500GB
Form Factor: M.2 2230
Interface: PCI Express 4.0 x4 (NVMe)
NAND Type: 3D NAND Flash
Controller: NVMe Gen4 Controller (DRAM-less design)
Sequential Read Speed: Up to 5000 MB/s
Sequential Write Speed: Up to 3000 MB/s
Random Read IOPS: —
Random Write IOPS: —
Endurance: ~160 TBW
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