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Kingston Technology 500G NV3 M.2 2230 NVMe SSD

SSD
Released: Jun 23, 2025 1 year ago
$149.99 $168.99 ▼ 11% ($19.00 off) vs MSRP
from US · Amazon.com · Updated 2 months ago Last updated Sep 3, 2026 03:13 UTC · Price sourced from Amazon.com (United States).
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Capacity
500 GB
Form factor
M.2
Read speed
5000 MB/s
Write speed
3000 MB/s
Interface
PCI Express 4.0
NAND type
3D NAND
NVMe
Y
Depth
22 mm
Width
30 mm
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Overview

For high-speed, low-power storage needs
Kingston’s NV3 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSDs are next-gen storage solutions powered by a Gen 4x4 NVMe controller, delivering read/write speeds of up to 6,000/5,000MB/s*. They come in both compact, single-sided M.2 2280 (22x80mm) and 2230 (22x30mm) sizes to expand storage in small-form-factor systems like laptops and handheld gaming consoles*****. They offer lower power consumption and reduced heat, optimising your system's performance without compromising value. Available in capacities from 500GB– 4TB** to give you all the space you need for applications, documents, photos, videos, games and more.

Gen 4x4 NVMe PCIe performance
Upgrade your system with read/write speeds up to 6,000/5,000MB/s*.

Small size, big performance
NV3 2280 and 2230 easily integrate into thin laptops and ultra-small PCs with M.2 connectors and limited space.

Increased storage space
Available in a variety of high capacities up to 4TB**, providing ample space to store files, videos, documents, and games with room to spare.

Store more, play more
With NV3 2230 upgrade compatible handheld gaming systems to get in the game faster*****.

Compatibility

Memory type 3D NAND Interface PCI Express 4.0
  • Requires 3D NAND memory — not interchangeable with other generations.

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Technical Specifications

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General

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NVMe
Yes
TBW rating
160
M.2 SSD size
2230 (22 x 30 mm)
Intended use
Notebook/Game console
Non-operating vibration tolerance
20
Storage temperature
-40 - 85
Operating temperature
0 - 70
PCI Express interface data lanes
x4
MTBF
200000 h

Physical

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Depth
22 mm
Width
30 mm
Height
2.3 mm
Weight
2.6 g

Ports & Connectivity

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Interface
PCI Express 4.0

Storage

5
Read speed
5000 MB/s
NAND type
3D NAND
Write speed
3000 MB/s
Capacity
500 GB
Form factor
M.2

Logistics & Packaging

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Package depth
8.13 mm
Package width
101.6 mm
Package height
114.3 mm
Package weight
11.94 g
Country of origin
China,Taiwan
Master (outer) case width
120.65
Master (outer) case height
114.3
Master (outer) case length
171.45
Master (outer) case gross weight
384.15
Products per master (outer) case
25

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Market Value History

Price history table
DatePrice
2025-06-19$53.99
2025-07-08$52.88
2025-07-21$52.27
2025-08-03$44.99
2025-09-28$45.99
2025-09-30$53.99
2025-10-10$50.23
2025-10-25$50.23
2025-10-28$55.25
2025-11-07$78.00
2025-11-10$60.79
2025-11-18$74.36
2025-12-02$107.99
2025-12-18$106.99
2025-12-22$106.99
2025-12-30$54.08
2026-01-15$59.49
2026-01-21$93.91
2026-01-26$93.76
2026-02-02$134.03
2026-02-09$133.79
2026-02-18$124.89
2026-02-23$127.88
2026-03-06$136.99
2026-03-18$135.70
2026-03-24$138.70
2026-03-30$138.93
2026-04-06$154.99
2026-04-17$149.26
2026-04-20$149.05
2026-04-27$148.87
2026-05-04$154.99
2026-05-12$154.99
2026-05-20$154.99
2026-06-07$158.90
2026-06-08$161.38
2026-07-26$144.99
2026-08-20$149.99
2026-08-25$149.99

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