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KingSpec

KingSpec XF 2280 2TB internal SSD

SKU CH-8E77-2VD7W

M.2 2280 2 TB internal SSD with PCIe 4.0 and NVMe 1.4 reaching 5100 MB/s read and 4600 MB/s write

  • Total capacity2 TB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 5,100 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 4,400 MB/s
  • Interface typePCI-Express 4.0 x4
  • Form factorM.2 2280
  • Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)

Model XF-2TB-2280

  • Up to 5100 MB/s read accelerates boot and load times
  • Up to 4400 MB/s write speeds large file transfers
  • 715000 random read IOPS keeps multitasking responsive
  • 2400 TBW rating supports heavy workloads over time
  • 36 W idle power extends laptop battery life

KingSpec XF 2280 2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD

This internal solid-state drive uses the M.2 2280 form factor and a PCIe 4.0 x4 interface with NVMe 1.4 protocol. It is built for consumers who need fast storage for gaming, content creation or everyday computing. The drive offers 2TB of capacity using 3D NAND flash memory.

Controller-based thermal control

KingSpec's own controller manages NAND thermals so the drive can accept an aftermarket heatsink. That compatibility makes it suitable for PlayStation 5 expansion slots as well as desktop and laptop M.2 sockets. Idle power draw is 1.36 W and active consumption reaches 6.75 W.

Verify M.2 key, PCIe generation

Confirm your motherboard or laptop provides an M-key M.2 2280 slot wired for PCIe 4.0 x4. Check that the physical space around the slot allows a heatsink if you plan to add one for sustained workloads or PS5 installation.

How it compares

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

Price $182.99
Typical for this category: the median of 1,994 items is $180.49.
Total capacity 2 TB
Higher than about 70% of the 1,368 comparable items (median 1 TB).
Sequential read speed Up to 5,100 MB/s
Higher than about 70% of the 1,180 comparable items (median 2,400 MB/s).
Price per TB $91.50 per TB
Cheaper than about 89% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameKingSpec
Product lineXF Series
Model nameXF 2280
Part numberXF-2 TB 2280
Total capacity2 TB
Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Intended useConsumer
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 5,100 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 4,400 MB/s
Random read (4K)Up to 715,000 IOPS
Random write (4K)Up to 890,000 IOPS
Storage
NAND flash type3D NAND
Write endurance2400 TB
Connectivity
Connection protocolNVMe 1.4
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI-Express 4.0 x4
Power
Idle power draw1.36 W
Active power draw6.75 W
Size & build
Form factorM.2 2280
Heat sinkWithout HeatSink
Overall height80 mm
Overall width22 mm
Product depth2.1 mm
Product weight30g
Environment & compliance
Operating temperature range0 °C to 70 °C
Storage temperature range-25 °C to 75 °C
Operating humidity range5-95%
More details
Mean time between failures1,000,000 h

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Questions about this item

What PCIe generation and lane count does the KingSpec XF 2280 2TB use, and what sequential read speed does that cap at?

It uses a PCIe 4.0 x4 interface with NVMe 1.4 protocol, delivering up to 5100 MB/s sequential read and 4400 MB/s sequential write.

What physical slot and clearance does the M.2 2280 form factor require?

It fits a standard M.2 2280 slot (22 mm wide, 80 mm long) and ships without a heatsink, so it clears low-profile motherboards and laptop bays.

How is the drive installed, and what step do people often miss?

Insert the drive at an angle into the M.2 slot, secure it with the motherboard screw, then enable the NVMe controller in BIOS so the OS can detect it.

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