Best Cheap Upgrade · SSDs
Kingston NV3 1TB
The Kingston NV3 is a no-frills way to replace an old hard drive or SATA SSD. It's a perfect budget upgrade for older PCs and laptops with a spare M.2 slot.
- Brand
- Kingston
- Best for
- Budget builds and laptop upgrades
- Price range
- Budget
- Our score
- 7.5/10
Key specifications
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe |
|---|---|
| Sequential read | Up to 6,000MB/s |
| Sequential write | Up to 4,000MB/s |
| Endurance | 320TBW |
| Warranty | 3 years |
Strengths and weaknesses
Pros
- Very affordable
- Fast enough for everyday use
- Single-sided, fits laptops
Cons
- Shorter warranty
- Components can vary between batches
Verdict
The Kingston NV3 is a no-frills way to replace an old hard drive or SATA SSD. It's a perfect budget upgrade for older PCs and laptops with a spare M.2 slot. It earns our Best Cheap Upgrade award in our guide to the best ssds.
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