Kingston KC3000 1TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280
The Phison E18 controller and TLC NAND deliver 7000 MB/s reads and 6000 MB/s writes, with 900K random read IOPS, making it a top-tier PCIe 4.0 drive. Its graphene aluminum heat spreader keeps thermals in check in compact M.2 2280 systems, and the 800 TBW endurance suits heavy workloads. Best for workstation users who need sustained high-speed storage for large file transfers and content creation.
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概览
The 30-Second Version
The KC3000 is a top-tier Gen4 drive that punches above its price class. Buy it at the low end of the price spread and you won't regret it.
Pros & Cons
优点
- Blazing 7000 MB/s reads and 6000 MB/s writes 94th
- Excellent random performance, near the top of our charts 93rd
- High 800 TBW endurance for a 1TB drive 93rd
- Includes a low-profile graphene heat spreader 87th
缺点
- 3-year warranty is shorter than some rivals
- 1TB capacity is just average these days
- Oddly slow small random file writes in some benchmarks
- Not intended for server workloads
用户评价
The Word on the Street
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实测数据
Performance
The sequential numbers are right up there with the best Gen4 drives, and the random performance is a standout. 900K random read IOPS and 1000K random write IOPS put it in the top tier of our database. One owner benchmarked it on an older PCIe 3.0 board and still copied a 44 GB file in under 20 seconds. That's the kind of real-world result that matters more than a spec sheet. The graphene aluminum heat spreader keeps things cool without adding bulk, which is nice for tight builds.
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) | 7000 |
| Sequential Write (MB/s) | 6000 |
| Random Read (IOPS) | 900000 |
| Random Write (IOPS) | 1000000 |
Hardware
| NAND | TLC |
| DRAM Cache | Yes |
| Controller | Phison E18 |
Reliability
| Endurance (TBW) | 800 |
| MTBF (hours) | 1800000 |
| Warranty (years) | 5 |
Features
| Heatsink | Yes |
vs Competition
The KC3000 goes head-to-head with the WD_BLACK SN850X and Samsung 990 PRO, and it holds its own. The SN850X is the closest rival, with similar speeds and a slightly lower TBW rating, but often a longer warranty. The Samsung 990 PRO is the benchmark king for random performance, but it usually costs more. The Crucial T710 and Corsair MP700 Elite are Gen5 drives, so they're faster on paper, but you'll pay a premium and need a Gen5 board to see the benefit. For most people on Gen4, the KC3000 is the smart money pick.
| Spec | Kingston KC3000 | Samsung 9100 PRO | Western Digital Black SN850X | Micron T710 CT4000T710SSD5 | Crucial T500 | SanDisk WD_BLACK WDS800T2XHE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1TB | 4TB | 4TB | 4TB | 2TB | 8TB |
| 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 5.0 | PCIe 4.0 x4 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Seq Read | 7,000 MB/s | 14,800 MB/s | 7,300 MB/s | 14,500 MB/s | 7,400 MB/s | 7,200 MB/s |
| Nand Type | TLC | TLC | TLC | TLC | TLC | TLC |
| Dram Cache | true | true | true | false | true | true |
| Endurance | 800 TBW | 2400 TBW | 2400 TBW | 2400 TBW | 1200 TBW | 4800 TBW |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| 产品 | Speed | Random | Feature | Capacity | Endurance | 用户口碑 | Affordability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston KC3000 | 81.4 | 93.3 | 94 | 55.3 | 93 | 87.2 | 38.8 |
| Samsung 9100 PRO Compare | 99.2 | 99.8 | 99.7 | 92.6 | 86.1 | 99.6 | 5 |
| Western Digital Black SN850X Compare | 89 | 95.6 | 89.5 | 92.6 | 88.3 | 95.4 | 10.5 |
| Micron T710 CT4000T710SSD5 Compare | 99 | 99.1 | 89.5 | 92.6 | 86.1 | 77.5 | 11.7 |
| Crucial T500 Compare | 93.9 | 96.9 | 99 | 78.5 | 83.1 | 95.4 | 19.7 |
| SanDisk WD_BLACK WDS800T2XHE Compare | 87.7 | 96.3 | 94 | 98.1 | 88.3 | 95.4 | 3.8 |
价格
Value & Pricing
Pricing is all over the place. In the US, we're seeing listings from USD 272 to USD 350, and in Canada it swings from CAD 250 to CAD 453. That's a huge spread for the same drive. If you're in the US, the USD 272 listing is the one to grab. At that price, this drive is a steal. At the top end, you're paying too much and should look at the WD SN850X or Samsung 990 PRO instead.
了解更多
Overview
The Kingston KC3000 is one of those drives that just gets out of the way and lets you work. It's a PCIe 4.0 NVMe stick with a Phison E18 controller, TLC NAND, and a DRAM cache, and it hits 7000 MB/s reads and 6000 MB/s writes. That's fast enough to make boot times feel instant and game loads feel like a sneeze. The headline here is simple: this is a top-tier Gen4 drive that doesn't charge you a flagship tax.
Common Questions
Q: Is the Kingston KC3000 good for a PS5?
Yes. It meets the PS5's speed requirements and the low-profile heat spreader fits in the console's M.2 slot without clearance issues. Just make sure you get the version with the heat spreader, not a bare drive.
Q: How does the KC3000 compare to the WD SN850X?
They're basically neck and neck. The KC3000 has a slightly higher TBW rating, but the SN850X often comes with a longer warranty. If you find the KC3000 cheaper, get it. If they're the same price, flip a coin or pick based on warranty preference.
Q: Will this drive work on a PCIe 3.0 motherboard?
Yes, it's backward compatible. You won't get the full 7000 MB/s speeds, but it'll still be fast. One owner copied a 44 GB file in under 20 seconds on a PCIe 3.0 board, so it's no slouch even on older hardware.
Who Should Skip This
If you're building a portable system or need a drive for a laptop with tight power constraints, this isn't the one. The portable score in our database is a rough 20 out of 100, so look at something like a low-power DRAM-less drive instead. And if you're on a Gen5 board and want the absolute fastest thing available, go grab a Crucial T710 or Corsair MP700 Elite and stop reading Gen4 reviews.
Verdict
The Kingston KC3000 is a no-brainer if you can find it at the lower end of its price range. It's fast, reliable, and has the endurance to last. The 3-year warranty is a bit stingy compared to the 5-year coverage on some competitors, but the drive itself is solid. If you're building a gaming rig or a workstation and want top-tier Gen4 speed without the Gen5 price tag, this is one of the best options out there.
