Kingston Fury Renegade 1TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
The 7300 MB/s read and 6000 MB/s write speeds, paired with 1000K random IOPS, make this PCIe 4.0 drive a top performer for demanding workloads. Its integrated aluminum heatsink keeps thermals in check during sustained transfers, and the 1000 TBW endurance rating supports long-term reliability. Best for gamers and workstation users who need fast, durable storage for large game libraries or heavy file editing, especially in PS5 or desktop builds.
Snapshot
The 30-Second Version
The Fury Renegade is a top-tier Gen4 SSD that refuses to be outclassed. Grab it with the heatsink and don't look back.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Blazing 7300 MB/s reads keep it competitive with newer drives 96th
- Heatsink included means no thermal throttling worries 94th
- 1000 TBW endurance is excellent for a 1TB drive 94th
- PS5 ready out of the box 94th
Cons
- 1TB fills up fast if you hoard games
- Write speed lags behind the top Gen4 drives
- Not the cheapest option in its class
The proof
Performance
The sequential reads hit 7300 MB/s and writes land at 6000 MB/s, which puts it in the top tier of Gen4 drives we've tracked. Random performance is where it really flexes, sitting in the 93rd percentile overall. That means game loads, file transfers, and OS snappiness all feel instant. The endurance story is just as strong at 1000 TBW, which is well above average for a 1TB drive. Honestly, the only spec that doesn't blow us away is capacity, and that's just because 1TB is 1TB. If you need more room, this same drive goes up to 4TB.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Drive
| Capacity | 1000 |
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 |
| Protocol | NVMe |
| PCIe Generation | 4 |
| External | No |
Performance
| Sequential Read (MB/s) | 7300 |
| Sequential Write (MB/s) | 6000 |
| Random Read (IOPS) | 1000000 |
| Random Write (IOPS) | 1000000 |
Hardware
| NAND | TLC |
| DRAM Cache | Yes |
Reliability
| Endurance (TBW) | 1000 |
| MTBF (hours) | 1800000 |
| Warranty (years) | 5 |
Features
| Heatsink | Yes |
vs Competition
The Fury Renegade goes head to head with the WD_BLACK SN850X and Samsung 990 PRO, and honestly, it holds its own. The SN850X edges it out slightly on write speeds and has a more established reputation, but the Renegade's included heatsink is a real advantage if you're dropping it in a PS5 or a tight build. The Samsung 990 PRO is faster on paper in some workloads, but you'll pay more for that privilege. The Crucial T710 is a newer Gen4 option that's worth a look, but it doesn't clearly beat the Renegade where it counts. For most people, the Renegade is the smart middle ground.
| Spec | Kingston Fury Renegade | Samsung 9100 PRO | Western Digital WD Black SN850X | Crucial T500 | Seagate FireCuda 530R | SanDisk Western Digital WDS400T1X0M |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1TB | 4TB | 4TB | 2TB | 4TB | 4TB |
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 | PCIe 5.0 x4 | PCIe 4.0 x4 | PCIe 4.0 x4 | PCIe 4.0 x4 | PCIe 5.0 x4 |
| Seq Read | 7,300 MB/s | 14,800 MB/s | 7,300 MB/s | 7,400 MB/s | 7,400 MB/s | 14,900 MB/s |
| Nand Type | TLC | TLC | TLC | TLC | TLC | TLC |
| Dram Cache | true | true | true | true | false | true |
| Endurance | 1000 TBW | 2400 TBW | 2400 TBW | 1200 TBW | 5050 TBW | 2400 TBW |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Speed | Random | Feature | Capacity | Endurance | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston Fury Renegade | 82.7 | 93.8 | 93.9 | 54.9 | 93.6 | 95.5 |
| Samsung 9100 PRO Compare | 99.1 | 99.8 | 99.8 | 92.6 | 85.4 | 99.5 |
| Western Digital WD Black SN850X Compare | 88.3 | 95.1 | 93.9 | 92.6 | 80.4 | 95.5 |
| Crucial T500 Compare | 93.8 | 96.4 | 99 | 78.3 | 82.4 | 95.5 |
| Seagate FireCuda 530R Compare | 92.5 | 96.3 | 52.9 | 92.6 | 95.4 | 88 |
| SanDisk Western Digital WDS400T1X0M Compare | 97.6 | 99.1 | 97.5 | 92.6 | 80.4 | 0 |
Price
Value & Pricing
Pricing is all over the place right now. We're seeing USD 268 to USD 310 across two US listings, which is a USD 42 spread for the exact same drive. That's annoying. Shop around before you buy, and if you see it near the low end of that range, it's a solid deal. At the high end, you're paying too much for last year's performance. The CAD 520 listing is a different market entirely, so don't try to compare those numbers directly.
Amazon 1 offer From CA$520
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Overview
The Kingston Fury Renegade SFYRSK/1000G is one of those drives that just gets it. You want a fast PCIe 4.0 SSD for gaming or heavy workstation use, and this thing delivers 7300 MB/s reads with a heatsink already attached. It's not the newest kid on the block anymore, but it's still hanging with the best of them in our database. The one thing to know? This is a no-compromise Gen4 drive that's still worth your money in a market full of shiny new options.
Common Questions
Q: Does this drive come with a heatsink?
Yes, this specific model (SFYRSK/1000G) includes an integrated aluminum heatsink. It's the one you want for a PS5 or any build where airflow is tight.
Q: How fast is the Kingston Fury Renegade 1TB?
It hits up to 7300 MB/s sequential reads and 6000 MB/s writes. That's near the ceiling of what PCIe 4.0 can do, so you won't be leaving performance on the table.
Q: Is this drive good for gaming?
Absolutely. It's PS5 ready and our gaming score puts it in the top tier. Load times will be quick, and the heatsink keeps it from throttling during long sessions.
Who Should Skip This
If you're building a portable rig or need something for a laptop with tight thermal constraints, this isn't your drive. The heatsink adds bulk and the portable score is a rough 21.8 out of 100. Go grab a WD_BLACK SN850X without a heatsink or a Samsung 990 PRO instead. And if you're on a strict budget, there are cheaper Gen4 drives that'll get you 90% of the way there.
Verdict
Buy it. The Kingston Fury Renegade 1TB is still one of the best Gen4 drives you can get, especially with the heatsink included. It's fast, durable, and PS5 ready. Just don't overpay. If you can snag it under USD 280, you're getting a great drive at a fair price.
