Kingston KC3000 512GB NVMe Gen4 SSD
MPN SKC3000S-512G · Brand Kingston · M.2 2280
The Kingston KC3000 512GB M.2 2280 NVMe SSD uses a Phison E18 controller and 3D TLC NAND to deliver up to 7,000 MB/s sequential reads and 3,900 MB/s sequential writes over a PCIe 4.0 x4 interface, backed by a 3-year warranty
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Overview
The Kingston KC3000 512GB is a high-performance internal solid-state drive built around the PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe interface, making it a capable upgrade for desktops and laptops that support the M.2 2280 form factor. Powered by the Phison E18 controller and 3D TLC NAND flash memory, the KC3000 targets users who handle demanding workloads such as 4K content creation, large file transfers, and compute-intensive applications. Sequential read speeds reach up to 7,000 MB/s while sequential writes top out at up to 3,900 MB/s, figures consistent across both sources. Random performance is equally strong, with up to 450,000 IOPS on 4KB reads and up to 900,000 IOPS on 4KB writes, enabling snappy application launches and fast data access under mixed workloads. The drive adopts the compact M.2 2280 footprint — 80 mm long, 22 mm wide, 2.21 mm tall — and weighs just 7 g, making it compatible with slim laptops and small-form-factor builds. It ships in a single-sided configuration, which broadens motherboard and laptop compatibility. A low-profile graphene aluminium heat spreader is included to manage thermals during sustained read/write operations. Endurance is rated at 400 TB written (TBW) for this 512 GB capacity, and the drive carries a mean time between failures (MTBF) rating of 1,800,000 hours, signalling robust long-term reliability. Kingston backs the KC3000 with a 3-year warranty. Verified Specifications: - Model: SKC3000S/512G - Capacity: 512 GB - Form Factor: M.2 2280 - Interface: PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe - Controller: Phison E18 - NAND: 3D TLC - Max Sequential Read: up to 7,000 MB/s - Max Sequential Write: up to 3,900 MB/s - 4KB Random Read: up to 450,000 IOPS - 4KB Random Write: up to 900,000 IOPS - TBW: 400 TB - MTBF: 1,800,000 hours - Power (Idle): 5 mW - Power (Active): 0.34 W avg / 2.7 W max read / 4.1 W max write - Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C - Storage Temperature: -40°C to 85°C - Dimensions: 80.00 × 22.00 × 2.21 mm - Weight: 7.00 g - Warranty: 3 years - GTIN: 740617324402 The KC3000 also includes cloning software, easing migration from an existing drive. Compatible with PCIe 4.0 host systems and backward-compatible with PCIe 3.0 slots at reduced speeds
Datasheet
| NVME | Yes |
|---|---|
| Read Speed | Up to 7000 MB/s |
| Write Speed | Up to 3900 MB/s |
| Series | KC3000 |
| Warranty | 5 Years |
| Capacity | 512GB |
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 |
| Interface | PCIe Gen4 |
| Tbw | 400 |
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