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Black M.2 2230 SSD circuit board with gold edge connector

Lexar

Lexar Play 2230 1TB M.2 2230 PCIe 4.0 internal SSD

SKU CH-JPWC-2M4SW

Compact M.2 2230 drive adds 1 TB of PCIe 4.0 storage for Steam Deck, ROG Ally or compatible laptops at up to 5200 MB/s read and 4700 MB/s write

  • Sequential write speed4,700 Mbit/s
  • Interface typePC card
  • Form factorM.2
  • Product typeSolid State Drive
  • Intended useGames
  • Connection protocolPCIe4.0
  • Ultra-compact M.2 2230 fits Steam Deck and ROG Ally
  • PCIe 4.0 x4 delivers 5200 MB/s read for fast game loads
  • 1 TB capacity stores more titles on handheld devices
  • Dynamic cache accelerates loading and reduces wait times
  • Low power draw extends battery life during portable play

Compact M.2 2230 form factor

The Lexar Play 2230 is a 1 TB internal SSD built to the 2230 size. It fits Steam Deck, ASUS ROG Ally and other laptops that only accept the shorter M.2 module. The PCIe 4.0 x4 interface keeps the drive compatible with current handhelds and thin notebooks.

PCIe 4.0 x4 sequential speeds

The controller delivers up to 5200 megabytes_per_second read and 4700 megabits_per_second write. Those figures decide whether the drive can saturate the handheld's slot and keep large game assets streaming without bottleneck.

1 TB capacity with dynamic cache

One terabyte holds a library of modern titles and leaves room for saves, patches and media. The onboard dynamic cache absorbs burst writes during downloads and level loads, then flushes in background so sustained performance stays steady until the drive fills.

How it compares

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Price $185.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameLexar
Product linePlay 2230
Model nameLNMPLAY001T-RNNNG
Part number4895217908272
Product typeSolid State Drive
Intended useGames
Performance
Sequential write speed4,700 Mbit/s
Storage
Cache memory1 unknown modifier
Connectivity
Connection protocolPCIe4.0
Ports & slots
Interface typePC card
ConnectionPCIe4.0
Size & build
Form factorM.2
In the box
Included itemsPlay 2230 SSD

Questions about this item

What does the 5200 MB/s read speed mean for actual game loading on a Steam Deck?

The 5200 MB/s sequential read speed reduces game load times and texture streaming delays on compatible handhelds like the Steam Deck, with IOPS up to 800K helping small-file access during gameplay.

How does the PCIe 4.0 x4 interface limit real-world transfer rates on this drive?

The PCIe 4.0 x4 connection caps sequential reads at 5200 MB/s and writes at 4700 MB/s; actual throughput depends on the host device's controller and thermal limits.

Will the M.2 2230 form factor fit inside an ASUS ROG Ally without modification?

Yes, the 2230 size (22 mm wide, 30 mm long) matches the slot in the ROG Ally and Steam Deck; the drive weighs .04 kg and measures 1.7 x 10.5 x 16.3 cm packaged.

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