Kingston NV3 1TB Gen4 NVMe SSD — 6000 MB/s Laptop Upgrade
The Kingston NV3 1TB NVMe SSD is a PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 2280 internal drive built for fast game loading, 4K video editing and heavy multitasking. It delivers up to 6000 MB/s sequential read 5000 MB/s sequential write, with a 320 TBW endurance rating and a 5-year manufacturer warranty. At N.N Laptops, Shop 66A, 3rd Floor, Hafeez Center, Gulberg III, Lahore, this drive costs Rs. 18,500 with a 30-day check warranty and Lahore delivery. Talk to Sayam on WhatsApp 0314 4000131 for live photos, compatibility checks, or to place your order — we ship nationwide via TCS and Leopards to Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Multan, Peshawar, and Sialkot.
Full Specifications
| Brand & Model | Kingston NV3 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 1TB |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 (Gen4 NVMe 1.4) |
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 (single-sided where applicable) |
| NAND Type | 3D QLC |
| Controller | Phison PS5021-E21T (DRAM-less with HMB) |
| DRAM Cache | Host Memory Buffer (HMB) – uses system RAM for mapping |
| Sequential Read | up to 6000 MB/s |
| Sequential Write | up to 5000 MB/s |
| Random 4K Read | up to 450K IOPS |
| Random 4K Write | up to 900K IOPS |
| Endurance (TBW) | 320 TBW |
| MTBF | 1.5 million hours |
| Warranty | 5-year manufacturer + 30-day N.N Laptops check |
Real-World Performance
On a Gen4 platform the NV3 hits its rated speeds during sustained reads of large files — think Windows boot times under 9 seconds, a 50 GB game install in under three minutes, and 4K video scrubbing without dropped frames. Random 4K performance is equally strong, which is what you actually feel when booting Windows, launching apps, and switching between Chrome tabs. The drive uses dynamic SLC caching, so small writes (project files, documents, photos) feel instantaneous. Because it's DRAM-less, the NV3 leverages Host Memory Buffer (HMB) on compatible Windows 10/11 systems — it borrows a small portion of your system RAM for the flash mapping table, keeping costs down without sacrificing everyday responsiveness. In our bench-tests at nnlaptops.com, the NV3 consistently delivered within 5% of its rated speeds on a 10 Gbps USB-C enclosure and hit full Gen4 rates in a compatible laptop slot.
Thermals and Power Efficiency
Like any high-end NVMe drive, the NV3 can warm up under sustained heavy writes. In a slim laptop with no built-in M.2 heatsink we recommend running HWiNFO and watching temps the first week — most users see 55-70°C under normal load, which is well within Kingston's spec. For gaming or constant 4K editing, a thin thermal pad between the drive and the bottom cover helps. The controller's low-power states also extend battery life compared to older Gen3 drives — expect 30–60 minutes more runtime on a typical Ultrabook thanks to the move to a 12nm controller and QLC NAND's efficiency. If your laptop supports Modern Standby, the NV3 will enter deep power-saving mode automatically.
Who Should Buy This SSD?
This drive is perfect for anyone upgrading an older laptop from a slow HDD or SATA SSD — the jump to 6000 MB/s is massive and immediately noticeable. It's also ideal for content creators working with large 4K video files, gamers who want faster level loads (Cyberpunk 2077 loads in under 12 seconds with this drive), and professionals who multitask heavily. Because it's single-sided, it fits easily in slim Ultrabooks like the Dell XPS 13 or Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon (Gen 8+). If you need a boot drive for a desktop or a secondary game drive, the NV3 is an excellent value. Compared to Samsung 980 Pro or WD SN770, the NV3 offers similar real-world performance at a lower price, making it a smart choice for budget-conscious upgraders.
Laptop Compatibility
This drive is a standard M.2 2280 NVMe module, so it fits almost any laptop made in the last five years that has at least one M.2 NVMe slot. We've personally tested it in machines including HP EliteBook 840 G5, EliteBook 840 G6, ProBook 450 G7, Omen 15, Dell XPS 15 7590, Lenovo ThinkPad T480, ASUS ZenBook 14, Acer Swift 5. If your laptop has only a SATA M.2 slot (no NVMe support), see our SSD & HDD upgrades at /shop/ssd-hdd for the right drive. Still unsure? WhatsApp 0314 4000131 with your exact model and we'll confirm fitment before you buy.
How to Confirm Fit
Open your laptop service manual and look for the phrase "M.2 PCIe NVMe slot — 2280 length". If you see it, this SSD is a drop-in upgrade. If your manual lists "M.2 SATA" only, you need a SATA M.2 SSD instead — WhatsApp 0314 4000131 with your model and we'll confirm before you order. For Gen3-only slots, the NV3 runs at Gen3 speeds (~3500 MB/s) — still 5x faster than SATA SSDs, and perfectly fine for most users.
How to Install in Your Laptop
Installation is straightforward and takes about 10 minutes:
- Power down the laptop and remove the bottom cover (usually 8-12 Phillips screws).
- Locate the M.2 2280 slot — it's a long narrow connector with a single mounting screw at the far end.
- Insert the SSD at a 30° angle, then press it flat and secure with the mounting screw.
- Reassemble and boot. Use Samsung Data Migration / Acronis True Image / Macrium Reflect to clone your existing drive, or install Windows fresh from a USB stick. Kingston also offers a free cloning utility on their website.
If you'd rather not open your laptop yourself, drop it at our shop and we'll install and clone for Rs. 1,500 (free for purchases above Rs. 20,000). We also stock storage upgrades — see /shop/ssd-hdd.
Where to Buy in Pakistan
The Kingston NV3 1TB NVMe SSD is in stock at N.N Laptops, Shop 66A, 3rd Floor, Hafeez Center, Gulberg III, Lahore for Rs. 18,500. We deliver free across Lahore, ship via TCS and Leopards across Pakistan nationwide via TCS / Leopards, and accept. Walk-in welcome 7 days a week. WhatsApp 0314 4000131 to confirm stock or ask compatibility questions before you order. Looking for matched RAM at the same time? Browse our NVMe and SATA SSDs at /shop/ssd-hdd.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will it fit my MacBook Pro 13 2017?
If your laptop has an M.2 2280 NVMe slot (most 2018+ business and gaming laptops), yes. Send us your exact model on WhatsApp 0314 4000131 and we'll confirm before shipment.
Is this Gen3 or Gen4 NVMe?
This drive is Gen4 (PCIe 4.0 x4). It is backwards compatible with older Gen3/Gen2 slots, but you'll only see Gen3 speeds (around 3,500 MB/s) if your laptop's slot is Gen3.
What is TBW and does 320 TBW matter for me?
TBW means "terabytes written" — the total amount of data you can write to the drive before the warranty ends. 320 TBW is enough to write the full capacity of this drive every day for several years, which is far more than typical home or business use. For comparison, a heavy video editor might write 20 TB per year — that's 16 years of use before hitting the limit.
Will my Windows licence transfer if I clone the old drive?
Yes. Windows 10 and 11 licences are tied to your motherboard, not the SSD. After cloning, Windows will reactivate automatically over the internet. If you're upgrading a laptop that came with Windows, the digital licence is stored in the firmware — no key needed.
Do you offer installation in Lahore?
Yes — Rs. 1,500 in-shop install with clone, free for purchases above Rs. 20,000. Walk into Shop 66A, Hafeez Center any time during business hours. Sayam will handle the installation personally and bench-test the drive before you leave.
Is this drive compatible with the PS5?
Yes, the Kingston NV3 works in the PS5's M.2 slot — it meets the minimum speed requirement (5500 MB/s) and the 1TB capacity is perfect for additional game storage. However, we primarily sell it as a laptop upgrade. For PS5 use, a heatsink version is recommended — ask Sayam about the Kingston NV3 with heatsink if needed.
