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VisionTek

VisionTek DLX3 901555 512GB M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe internal SSD

SKU CH-2YEZ-Z23K0 MPN 901555

512GB M.2 2280 NVMe SSD with PCIe 3.0 x4 interface delivering 3300MB/s reads and 2900MB/s writes

  • Total capacity512 GB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 3,300 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 2,900 MB/s
  • Interface typePCI-Express 3.0 x4
  • Form factorM.2 2280
  • Product typeExternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Fast boot and load times with sequential reads up to 3300 MB/s
  • Responsive multitasking from random reads up to 370K IOPS
  • Quick file saves and installs via sequential writes up to 2900 MB/s
  • Low idle draw of 0.3W extends laptop battery life
  • Operates reliably from 0°C to 70°C for everyday use

VisionTek DLX3 512GB NVMe SSD

The VisionTek DLX3 512GB M.2 2280 drive uses a PCIe 3.0 x4 interface and NVMe 1.3 protocol. It is built with 3D NAND flash and an InnoGrit IG5216 controller for consumer workloads. Sequential reads reach 3300 MBps and writes reach 2900 MBps.

Fits M.2 2280 slots with PCIe 3.0 x4 wiring

The 2280 form factor installs directly into a compatible motherboard or laptop slot without cables. The NVMe protocol removes the overhead of older storage interfaces. Idle power draw is 0.3W, leaving more of the system power budget for other components.

Sustained performance within 0°C to 70°C operating

Random 4K reads hit 370K IOPS and writes hit 288K IOPS under load. Active power consumption is 4.75W while the controller manages thermal conditions. The drive is rated for storage temperatures from -40°C to 85°C when not powered.

How it compares

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

Price $178.99
Typical for this category: the median of 1,994 items is $180.49.
Total capacity 512 GB
Lower than about 60% of the 1,368 comparable items (median 1 TB).
Sequential read speed Up to 3,300 MB/s
Higher than about 58% of the 1,180 comparable items (median 2,400 MB/s).
Price per TB $349.59 per TB
Pricier than about 81% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameVisionTek
Product lineDLX3
Model name2280
Part number901555
Total capacity512 GB
Product typeExternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Intended useConsumer
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 3,300 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 2,900 MB/s
Random read (4K)Up to 370K IOPS
Random write (4K)Up to 288K IOPS
Storage
NAND flash type3D NAND
Controller chipInnoGrit
Connectivity
Connection protocolNVMe 1.3
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI-Express 3.0 x4
Power
Idle power draw0.3 W
Active power draw4.75 W
Size & build
Form factorM.2 2280
Shipping weight0.23 kg
Package size178 × 76 × 25 mm
Environment & compliance
Operating temperature range0 °C to 70 °C
Storage temperature range-40 °C to 85 °C

Questions about this item

At what temperature does the drive hit its operating limit during sustained heavy use?

The DLX3 is rated for an operating range up to 70°C; sustained workloads that push the controller beyond that threshold will trigger thermal throttling to protect the NAND and InnoGrit IG5216 controller.

How much power and heat does the SSD produce when running all day?

Active power draw is 4.75W and idle draw is .3W, so continuous operation adds modest heat inside the chassis — ensure the M.2 slot has adequate airflow or a motherboard heatsink.

What host interface and keying must my system provide for this M.2 2280 module to work?

The drive requires an M-key M.2 slot wired for PCI-Express 3.0 x4 with NVMe 1.3 support; it will not operate in slots that only provide PCIe x2 or x1 electrical connections.

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