Product features
- Featuring a thin, single-sided M.2 2280 form factor, the EXCERIA G2 SSD series plugs directly into the motherboard, reducing additional cable clutter for a sleeker and an easy system upgrade.
- Why keep using an interface that was designed for hard drives? Utilizing the NVMe 1.3c technology, EXCERIA G2 SSD series reduce latency in your system’s I/O path between your SSD and your CPU, resulting in smooth and responsive performance.
- Each EXCERIA SSD is built with BiCS FLASH and a vertically stacked cell structure, delivering a cutting edge storage experience.
- The SSD Utility management software was designed to help your KIOXIA drive thrive and lets you be in control of maintenance, monitoring and more! We highly recommend you install and update to the latest version to maximize your drive’s performance and check its Percentage Life Left using the health gauge.
Description
Upgrading from a hard drive or SATA SSD should be easy and affordable and that’s where EXCERIA SSDs come in. KIOXIA EXCERIA SSD Series is built to boost your mobile or PC experience and deliver balanced performance and value that will transform your system. Leveraging BiCS FLASH 3D flash memory, this new mainstream-class SSD series offers up to 1TB of capacity in a M.2 2280 form factor suitable for both desktops and notebooks.
Kioxia EXCERIA NVMe SSD 1TB PCIe/NVMe 1.3 Gen3x4 2100 MB/s M.2 2280 Form Factor Review
Overview
The Kioxia EXCERIA NVMe SSD 1TB is a high-performance storage solution designed for both desktops and notebooks. It leverages the latest NVMe 1.3c technology and BiCS FLASH 3D flash memory to deliver smooth and responsive performance.
Performance
The EXCERIA SSD boasts impressive sequential read speeds of up to 2100 MB/s and write speeds of up to 1700 MB/s. These speeds are significantly faster than traditional SATA-based SSDs and even some TLC-based NVMe SSDs, making it an excellent choice for applications that require high throughput, such as gaming, video editing, and data-intensive tasks.
Form Factor and Compatibility
The EXCERIA SSD comes in the M.2 2280 form factor, which is compact and easy to install. This form factor allows the SSD to plug directly into the motherboard, reducing cable clutter and making it ideal for both desktops and notebooks. The EXCERIA SSD is compatible with a wide range of devices, including desktops and notebooks, making it a versatile storage solution.
Features
- Capacity: 1 TB
- Interface: NVMe 1.3c, PCIe 3.0 x4
- Form Factor: M.2 2280
- Sequential Read Speed: Up to 2100 MB/s
- Sequential Write Speed: Up to 1700 MB/s
- Random Read/Write IOPS: Up to 350,000/400,000 IOPS
- Flash Memory Type: 3D TLC
- Controller: Custom Kioxia controller
- Power Consumption: Efficient, designed to minimize power usage
- Compatibility: Compatible with desktops and notebooks
Pros
- High Performance: Offers significantly faster read and write speeds compared to SATA-based SSDs.
- Compact Design: M.2 2280 form factor makes it easy to install and reduces cable clutter.
- Versatile Compatibility: Compatible with a wide range of devices, including both desktops and notebooks.
- Reliability: Built with BiCS FLASH 3D flash memory for reliable performance.
- Affordable: Offers excellent value for its performance and capacity.
Cons
- Limited SLC Cache: Unlike some high-end SSDs, the EXCERIA SSD does not have a significant SLC cache, which might affect its performance in certain workloads.
- Thermal Management: While the SSD is designed to be efficient, it may run slightly hotter under heavy loads, which could necessitate additional cooling measures in extreme usage scenarios.
Verdict
The Kioxia EXCERIA NVMe SSD 1TB is an excellent choice for anyone seeking a high-performance storage solution that is both compact and versatile. Its impressive read and write speeds, combined with its reliable BiCS FLASH 3D flash memory, make it a solid option for gaming, video editing, and other data-intensive tasks. While it may not have the highest SLC cache or the coolest thermal profile, its affordability and excellent value make it a standout in the market.
Features Table
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 1 TB |
| Interface | NVMe 1.3c, PCIe 3.0 x4 |
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 |
| Sequential Read | Up to 2100 MB/s |
| Sequential Write | Up to 1700 MB/s |
| Random Read/Write IOPS | Up to 350,000/400,000 IOPS |
| Flash Memory Type | 3D TLC |
| Controller | Custom Kioxia controller |
| Power Consumption | Efficient, designed to minimize power usage |
| Compatibility | Compatible with desktops and notebooks |