The Kingston NV3 is officially on the market and is aimed at technology fans and professionals with high performance and attractive prices. The SSD offers capacities from 500 GB to 4 TB and impresses with fast read and write speeds, which particularly stand out in the larger models.
- Up to 6,000 MB/s read and 5,000 MB/s write
- Available in capacities from 500 GB to 4 TB
- PCIe 4.0 interface for optimum performance
- Prices from approx. 40 euros for 500 GB
Technical details and performance
The Kingston NV3 comes in the popular M.2 format and makes full use of the PCIe 4.0 interface to achieve high transfer rates. The larger 2TB and 4TB models offer top speeds of up to 6,000MB/s read and 5,000MB/s write, making them ideal for data-intensive applications. The 1 TB model offers a slightly reduced write speed of 4,000 MB/s, while the 500 GB model still achieves 5,000 MB/s read and 3,000 MB/s write.
The performance of the NV3 varies depending on the controller and NAND flash used, similar to previous models. Tests show that the SSD loses some speed during intensive write operations and high temperatures. The energy efficiency is rated particularly positively, making it a good choice for mobile and desktop applications.
The NV3 also includes free Acronis® True Image for Kingston software for one year and the Kingston SSD Manager application, which allows users to monitor the health and usage of the drive, update the firmware and securely erase data.
Pricing and availability
The Kingston NV3 is already available from many retailers. Prices start at around 45 euros for the 500 GB model, 65 euros for 1 TB and 130 euros for the 2 TB version. The 4 TB version is expected in the fourth quarter of 2024. This aggressive pricing makes the NV3 an attractive option for users who need a lot of storage space and high speeds without having to dig deep into their pockets.
Conclusion
The Kingston NV3 is a powerful SSD solution for gamers, IT professionals and tech enthusiasts who value performance and value for money. With its high speed and various capacities, it covers a wide range of applications. Especially for users looking for an SSD for daily tasks and more demanding workloads, the NV3 is an excellent choice.
