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KingSpec NXM 1 TB M.2 2242 NVMe SSD with silver heatsink, 42 by 22 mm

KingSpec

KingSpec NXM-1TB 1 TB M.2 2242 NVMe internal SSD with HeatSink

SKU CH-V43A-HVWGG

Compact M.2 2242 NVMe SSD with integrated heatsink delivering 3500 MB/s reads and 3000 MB/s writes for ultrabooks and desktops

  • Total capacity1 TB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 3,500 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 3,000 MB/s
  • Interface typePCI-Express 3.0 x4
  • Form factorM.2 2242
  • Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)

Model NXM-1TB 2242

  • Up to 3500 MB/s read speeds for fast boot and load times
  • Up to 3000 MB/s write speeds to handle large file transfers quickly
  • 330,000 IOPS random read for responsive multitasking
  • 250,000 IOPS random write for smooth application performance
  • 1000 TBW endurance rating for long-term reliability

KingSpec NXM-1TB 1 TB M.2 2242 NVMe SSD

The KingSpec NXM-1TB is a 1 TB internal solid state drive built for consumer desktops, laptops and ultrabooks. Its M.2 2242 form factor fits space-constrained boards while the PCIe 3.0 x4 interface delivers up to 3500 MBps sequential read and 3000 MBps sequential write. The 3D NAND flash and LDPC error correction provide 1000 TBW endurance for heavy workloads.

Thermals, noise and power draw

An integrated heatsink spreads heat across the 3.5 mm profile, keeping the controller within the 0°C to 70°C operating window without any moving parts. Idle power sits at 0.61 W and active consumption peaks at 3.6 W, so the drive adds minimal load to a laptop battery or desktop PSU. Silent operation is guaranteed because there are no fans or pumps involved.

Build integration

The single-sided 42.0 mm by 22.0 mm PCB slides into any M-key M.2 slot wired for PCIe 3.0 x4 and runs on 3.3 V power. No extra cables, brackets or airflow channels are required, freeing up 2.5-inch bays and SATA ports for additional storage. Compatibility spans Windows 7 through 10, Linux and CentOS, making the drive a drop-in upgrade for a wide range of systems.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Internal NVMe & SATA SSDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $114.99
Cheaper than about 68% of the 1,994 comparable items (median $180.49).
Total capacity 1 TB
Typical for this category: the median of 1,368 items is 1 TB.
Sequential read speed Up to 3,500 MB/s
Higher than about 60% of the 1,180 comparable items (median 2,400 MB/s).
Price per TB $114.99 per TB
Cheaper than about 76% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameKingSpec
Product lineNXM Series
Model nameNXM-1 TB
Part numberNXM-1 TB
Total capacity1 TB
Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Intended useConsumer
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 3,500 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 3,000 MB/s
Random read (4K)Up to 330,000 IOPS
Random write (4K)Up to 250,000 IOPS
Storage
NAND flash type3D NAND
Write endurance1000 TB
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI-Express 3.0 x4
Power
Idle power draw0.61 W
Active power draw3.6 W
Size & build
Form factorM.2 2242
Heat sinkWith HeatSink
Overall height42 mm
Overall width22 mm
Product depth3.5 mm
Product weight45g
Environment & compliance
Operating temperature range0 °C to 70 °C
Storage temperature range-20 °C to 75 °C
Operating humidity range5% to 95% RH non-condensing
More details
Mean time between failures1,000,000 h

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Questions about this item

How do I install the M.2 2242 NVMe drive with its attached heatsink, and what step is often missed?

Insert the drive at an angle into the M-key slot, press it flat, and secure it with the motherboard screw; the step often missed is removing any protective film from the heatsink's thermal pads before installation.

What maintenance or replacement will the 1 TB NXM Series SSD need later?

The drive has a 1000 TBW endurance rating and supports TRIM and S.M.A.R.T. monitoring; no user-serviceable parts exist, so replacement is only needed when the TBW limit or 1,000,000-hour MTBF is reached.

What limit appears first during sustained heavy writes on this PCIe 3.0 x4 drive?

The heatsink manages heat within the 0°C to 75°C operating range, so the first limit under sustained use is the 3000 MBps sequential write ceiling, not thermal throttling.

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