Lexar
Lexar NM620 M.2 2280 NVMe SSD
Best reliable storage for budget conscious system builders and everyday users.
Experience top-tier performance with this high-speed internal SSD, engineered for demanding tasks. It delivers blazing-fast sequential read speeds up to 3500MB/s and write speeds up to 3000MB/s, significantly outperforming traditional SATA drives. Ideal for gamers, content creators, and professionals, it leverages the NVMe 1.4 standard and PCIe Gen3x4 interface for rapid data access and efficient multitasking. Built with 3D NAND flash and LDPC error correction, it ensures enhanced reliability and longevity, alongside shock and vibration resistance for added durability.
$139.99
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4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
3157
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#3157 in Hard Drives
Price vs Category Average
-73%
Below average
Capacity
2
/ TB
Who it's for
- Budget-conscious users seeking a noticeable system performance upgrade
- Everyday users prioritizing reliability from a recognized manufacturer
- DIY PC builders and laptop owners performing storage upgrades
Who should skip it
- Performance enthusiasts and professionals needing the absolute fastest storage
- Content creators and power users with continuous large file transfers
- Gamers and professionals demanding the highest possible drive specifications
Performance breakdown
Sequential Throughput
Rapid data transfer speeds handle large file transfers with impressive efficiency.
Workload Responsiveness
Solid random I/O performance keeps intensive applications feeling snappy and fluid.
Durability Rating
High shock and vibration resistance ensures data safety in mobile environments.
Endurance Capacity
Generous total bytes written rating supports years of heavy daily usage.
Thermal Efficiency
Energy-conscious design maintains cooler operation during sustained high-performance tasks.
Reliability Standards
Advanced LDPC technology provides robust error correction for long-term data integrity.
Key Specs
Capacity
2TB
Form Factor
M.2 2280
Interface
PCIe 3.0
Sequential Read/Write (1TB-2TB)
up to 3500MB/s read, 3000MB/s write speeds
Random Read/Write (2TB)
up to 350K IOPs read, 256K IOPs write speeds
Total Bytes Written (2TB)
1000 TB
Operating Temperature
0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F)
Dimension (L x W x H)
80 mm x 22 mm x 2.25 mm / 3.15” x 0.87” x 0.09”
Know before you buy
The NM620 uses the standard M.2 2280 form factor. As long as your motherboard or laptop has an available M.2 slot that supports PCIe NVMe drives, it will be compatible.
Yes, with read speeds up to 3500MB/s and write speeds up to 3000MB/s, this drive is well-suited for demanding tasks like gaming, 4K video editing, and other intensive creative workflows.
The NM620 is designed to be energy-efficient and operates within a standard temperature range of 0°C to 70°C. While a heatsink can help maintain peak performance during heavy, sustained workloads, it is not strictly required for normal operation.
This SSD is built for durability with shock resistance up to 1500 G and vibration resistance up to 20 G. This makes it a reliable choice for users who need a drive that can handle the physical stresses of a mobile workstation.
The 2TB model has a Total Bytes Written (TBW) rating of 1000 TB and a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 1.5 million hours. Lexar also backs this drive with a 5-year limited warranty, providing long-term peace of mind.
Yes, the PCIe Gen 3x4 interface is backward compatible with PCIe Gen 4 slots. However, the drive will operate at Gen 3 speeds rather than the higher bandwidth limits of a Gen 4 interface.
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