Kingston · PC / gaming
SNV3SM3/500G
NV3 0.5TB
PCIe 4.0 x4 / NVMe · M.2 2230
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$144.99
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Price as of Sep 12, 2026 10:55 UTC
The Kingston SNV3SM3/500G is a 0.5TB NV3 SSD for desktop and gaming storage, using PCIe 4.0 x4 / NVMe in a M.2 2230 form factor.
Manufacturer specifications
| Model number | SNV3SM3/500G |
|---|---|
| Nominal capacity | 0.5 TB · 500 GB |
| NAND | 3D (cell type not specified) |
| Heatsink | Not included |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 / NVMe |
| PCB sides | Single-sided |
| Form factor | M.2 2230 |
| Endurance (TBW) | 160 |
| Sequential read (up to MB/s) | 5000 |
| Manufacturer limited warranty | 5 years or Percentage Used reaches 100%, whichever comes first |
| Sequential write (up to MB/s) | 3000 |
Source: Kingston NV3 datasheet MKD-06162025, pages 1ג€“2. Reviewed 2026-09-08. Published specifications, not our benchmark results.
What the specifications mean
- Up to 5000 MB/s sequential read, as specified by the manufacturer. This is not a measured game-loading or random-I/O result.
- 160 TBW rated write endurance. Check the time and endurance limits in the manufacturer warranty together.
Before ordering
Match SNV3SM3/500G, 0.5TB and PCIe 4.0 x4 / NVMe against the selected offer. Check your system’s exact-model compatibility list and the seller’s warranty and return terms.
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$144.99 · as of Sep 12, 2026 10:55 UTC
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SNV3SM3/500G questions answered
What is the write endurance of SNV3SM3/500G?
The published rating is 160 TBW. It describes rated writes, not a predicted failure date. Warranty eligibility also depends on the manufacturer's terms.
What connection does SNV3SM3/500G need?
SNV3SM3/500G requires a M.2 2230 slot that supports PCIe/NVMe. Check supported PCIe generation, available lanes and heatsink clearance; a SATA-only M.2 slot is not sufficient.
How much usable space does SNV3SM3/500G provide?
Its nominal capacity is 500 GB, approximately 465.7 GiB before formatting. The filesystem, reserved space and any RAID redundancy reduce usable capacity further.
What warranty is listed for SNV3SM3/500G?
Manufacturer specification: 5 years or Percentage Used reaches 100%, whichever comes first. A renewed, used, OEM or imported offer can have different coverage. Check the serial number and seller terms before buying.