Kingston KC3000 1024GB NVMe Gen4 SSD

The Kingston KC3000 1024GB NVMe SSD is a high-performance PCIe Gen 4 drive built for demanding desktops and laptops that support the M.2 2280 form factor. Leveraging a PCIe 4.0 x4 interface with the Phison E18 controller, the KC3000 delivers sequential read speeds of up to 7,000 MB/s and sequential write speeds of up to 6,000 MB/s — making it a strong choice for workloads such as 3D rendering, 4K and higher-resolution video editing, large-dataset transfers, and game streaming where storage throughput directly impacts productivity. The drive uses 3D TLC NAND flash memory paired with a DRAM cache, which helps sustain consistent performance across extended read and write sessions rather than just short burst workloads. Thermal management is handled by a low-profile graphene aluminium heat spreader that dissipates heat efficiently without adding significant height — important in tight laptop chassis and compact desktop builds. At 1024GB usable capacity, the KC3000 provides ample room for an operating system, professional applications, active project files, and a sizeable game library simultaneously. Kingston backs this drive with a 5-year warranty and a rated endurance of 800 TBW (terabytes written), reflecting confidence in long-term reliability for both home and professional users. Verified Specifications: - Model / SKU: Kingston KC3000 / SKC3000S/1024G - Capacity: 1024 GB - Interface: PCIe 4.0 x4, NVMe - Form Factor: M.2 2280 - Controller: Phison E18 - NAND: 3D TLC - DRAM Cache: Yes - Sequential Read: Up to 7,000 MB/s - Sequential Write: Up to 6,000 MB/s - Endurance (TBW): 800 TB - MTBF: 2,000,000 hours - Storage Temperature: -40 °C to 85 °C - Dimensions: 80 mm × 22 mm × 2.21 mm - Warranty: 5 Years The KC3000 pairs naturally with Kingston Fury Beast or Kingston Fury Impact DDR5 memory kits to build a fully tuned, high-bandwidth system. For users who need even greater capacity, the Kingston KC3000 2048GB variant is also available