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PNY Technologies, Inc.

PNY Technologies, Inc. M230CS2342-1TB-TB 1TB M.2 2230 internal SSD

SKU CH-YNDK-TCTWM MPN M230CS2342-1TB-TB

M.2 2230 internal SSD with 1 TB capacity, PCIe 4.0 x4 interface and NVMe 1.4 protocol delivering up to 7300 MBps read and 6000 MBps write speeds

  • Total capacity1 TB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 7,300 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 6,000 MB/s
  • Interface typePCI-Express 4.0 x4
  • Form factorM.2 2230
  • Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)

Capacity 1TB 2230

  • M.2 2230 form factor fits Steam Deck, ROG Ally and MSI Claw
  • 1 TB capacity stores large game libraries and media files
  • PCIe 4.0 x4 interface delivers up to 7300 MB/s sequential read speed
  • NVMe 1.4 protocol enables up to 6000 MB/s sequential write speed
  • 3D NAND with 1500000-hour MTBF provides reliable long-term operation

M.2 2230 drive for handhelds and laptops

The PNY CS2342 is an internal solid state drive built to the M.2 2230 form factor with a capacity of 1TB. It targets handheld gaming devices such as the Steam Deck, ASUS ROG Ally and MSI Claw as well as compatible laptops and desktops. The drive uses 3D NAND flash and connects through a PCI-Express 4.0 x4 link running the NVMe 1.4 protocol.

PCIe 4.0 x4 limits and thermal range

Sequential reads reach up to 7300 MBps and writes up to 6000 MBps over the four lane interface. The NVMe 1.4 protocol governs command handling and power management on the bus. Operating temperatures span 0°C to 70°C while storage temperatures tolerate -40°C to 85°C. The controller is rated for a mean time between failures of 1500000 hours.

Single sided board without heatsink

The module ships without a heatsink so it fits tight M.2 2230 slots where vertical clearance is minimal. A single sided layout keeps the profile thin for handheld motherboards that cannot accommodate double sided components. The M.2 connector provides both data and power without extra cables. Installation is a simple insert and screw step on any platform with a 2230 keyed socket.

How it compares

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

Price $130.99
Cheaper than about 63% 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 7,300 MB/s
Higher than about 87% of the 1,180 comparable items (median 2,400 MB/s).
Price per TB $130.99 per TB
Cheaper than about 67% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand namePNY
Product lineCS2342
Model nameM230CS2342-1 TB-TB
Part numberM230CS2342-1 TB-TB
Total capacity1 TB
Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Intended useConsumer
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 7,300 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 6,000 MB/s
Storage
NAND flash type3D NAND
Connectivity
Connection protocolNVMe 1.4
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI-Express 4.0 x4
Size & build
Form factorM.2 2230
Heat sinkWithout HeatSink
Shipping weight0.02 kg
Package size119 × 84 × 1 mm
Environment & compliance
Operating temperature range0 °C to 70 °C
Storage temperature range-40 °C to 85 °C
More details
Mean time between failures1,500,000 h

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Questions about this item

Should I pick the 1TB M.2 2230 model or a different capacity for my handheld?

The CS2342 series is offered in 1TB and 2TB versions, both in the M.2 2230 form factor, so choose the capacity that matches your game library size and budget.

What does the 7300 MBps sequential read mean when the drive is inside a Steam Deck or ROG Ally?

In a handheld the PCIe 4.0 x4 link and NVMe 1.4 protocol let the drive hit up to 7300 MBps read and 6000 MBps write, cutting game load times and reducing texture pop-in during play.

Does the PCIe 4.0 x4 interface limit speed if my device only supports PCIe 3.0?

The drive will fall back to PCIe 3.0 x4 speeds, capping sequential transfers well below the 7300 MBps headline figure while still functioning normally.

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