2,600 MB/s Sequential Write Speed: Substantially faster than the 500GB PRO variant's 1,700 MB/s write ceiling, the 1TB NM610 PRO consequently handles large file installations, game updates, and creative project saves with noticeably less waiting.
PCIe Gen3x4 NVMe 1.4 Interface: Delivers sequential read speeds up to 3,300 MB/s — approximately six times faster than SATA SSDs — so boot times and application launches remain consistently responsive.
3D TLC NAND Flash: Uses 3D TLC NAND for a reliable balance of speed, write endurance, and everyday durability across mixed-use workloads.
240 TBW Endurance Rating: Rated for 240 terabytes written over its lifespan, the LNM610 PRO 1TB therefore offers double the write endurance of the 500GB variant, making it better suited to heavier daily workloads.
Shock and Vibration Resistance: Rated to 1,500G shock resistance with no moving parts. As a result, this drive withstands the rigours of mobile use and transportation far more reliably than any mechanical hard drive.
PCIe Gen3x4 NVMe 1.4 Interface: Reaches sequential read speeds up to 3,300 MB/s — approximately six times faster than SATA SSDs — so boot times and application launches feel noticeably more responsive.
Improved Write Performance Over Standard NM610: At up to 1,700 MB/s sequential write, the NM610 PRO therefore outperforms the original NM610's 1,600 MB/s write ceiling, making it better suited to frequent large-file saves and installations.
3D TLC NAND Flash: Uses 3D TLC NAND for a reliable balance of read speed, write endurance, and cost efficiency across everyday mixed workloads.
Shock and Vibration Resistance: Rated to 1,500G shock and 20G vibration resistance across all axes. Consequently, it handles the rigours of mobile use and transportation far better than any mechanical hard drive.
Compact M.2 2280 Form Factor: Measuring 80 × 22 × 2.45 mm and weighing just 9 g, the LNM610 PRO fits standard M.2 slots in ultrabooks, mid-tower desktops, and compact ITX builds without modification.
PCIe Gen3x4 NVMe 1.4 Interface: Achieves sequential read speeds up to 3,300 MB/s — roughly six times faster than SATA SSDs — so your system boots faster and applications respond without delay.
3D TLC NAND Flash: Built on 96-layer Micron 3D TLC NAND, the NM620 balances endurance and read performance well for daily OS and application use.
LDPC Error Correction: Low Density Parity Check technology identifies and corrects data errors in real time, therefore keeping transfers accurate even under sustained load.
Shock and Vibration Resistance: Rated to 1,500G shock resistance with no moving parts, making this drive far more resilient than any mechanical alternative in portable or desktop systems.
Lightweight M.2 2280 Form Factor: At just 9 g and 80 × 22 × 2.25 mm, the LNM620 slots cleanly into ultrabooks, compact desktops, and full-size towers without adapters.
7400MB/s Sequential Read Speed: Loads large game files and high-resolution assets noticeably faster than PCIe Gen 3 drives, which top out around 3500MB/s.
Host Memory Buffer (HMB) 3.0: The drive borrows system DRAM instead of carrying its own cache chip. Consequently, this reduces power draw by up to 40% compared to DRAM-enabled Gen 4 SSDs — a practical benefit for laptop battery life.
Dynamic SLC Cache: Incoming writes are temporarily stored in single-level-cell mode. This maintains consistent write throughput during sustained workloads such as large file transfers or game installations.
3D TLC NAND Flash: Three-dimensional cell stacking delivers a rated endurance of 1,000 TBW, making the drive suitable for daily heavy use over many years.
PS5 Compatible: The NM790 meets Sony's storage expansion requirements for the PlayStation 5. Furthermore, the drive fits the console's M.2 slot without modifications.
7400MB/s Sequential Read Speed: Matches the performance of the 1TB variant at twice the capacity. Large game libraries, RAW photo archives, and 4K project files load without the bottlenecks common on PCIe Gen 3 drives.
1,500 TBW Endurance Rating: The 2TB model carries 50% more write endurance than the 1TB version. This makes it well suited for workloads involving frequent large writes, such as video editing and database operations.
HMB 3.0 Architecture: Rather than relying on a dedicated DRAM cache chip, the drive uses Host Memory Buffer 3.0 to leverage existing system memory. Consequently, power consumption runs up to 40% lower than comparable DRAM-enabled Gen 4 SSDs.
Dynamic SLC Cache: Write bursts are temporarily handled in single-level-cell mode, maintaining consistent throughput during sustained transfers. This prevents the speed dips that cacheless drives often exhibit under heavy load.
Maxio MAP1602 Controller: This 12nm controller supports PCIe Gen 4x4 and NVMe 1.4, delivering up to 1,000,000 random read IOPS. Additionally, its efficient design contributes to the drive's low thermal output.
PCIe Gen4x4 Interface: Delivers read speeds up to 4,200 MB/s — roughly 27% faster than top Gen3 NVMe drives and over six times faster than SATA SSDs — so boot times and game load screens are noticeably shorter.
HMB 3.0 and SLC Cache Technology: Uses Host Memory Buffer 3.0 alongside dynamic SLC caching to maintain high transfer rates during bursts of write activity. Consequently, the drive handles mixed workloads with more consistency than basic DRAM-less Gen3 alternatives.
350 TBW Endurance: Rated for 350 terabytes written over its service life, the NQ700 1TB therefore offers nearly three times the write endurance of the NM610 PRO 1TB, making it a more robust choice for active daily use.
Lexar DiskMaster Support: Includes compatibility with Lexar's DiskMaster SSD management tool, which additionally allows firmware updates, health monitoring, and drive optimisation directly from the desktop.
Shock and Vibration Resistance: Rated to 1,500G shock and 20G vibration resistance across all axes. As a result, the NQ700 withstands the physical demands of both fixed desktop and mobile laptop environments.
8-Channel Gen4 Controller (Innogrit IG5326): The dedicated 8-channel architecture enables better sustained write performance compared to 4-channel Gen4 designs. Consequently, the NQ780 maintains throughput more consistently during extended workloads like large game installations and file transfers.
Up to 6,500 MB/s Sequential Read: Delivers approximately 97% of the maximum PCIe Gen4 bandwidth ceiling, therefore placing it firmly in the high-performance tier of Gen4 consumer SSDs despite its accessible price.
600 TBW Endurance per Terabyte: With 600 terabytes written rated for the 1TB variant, the NQ780 offers an unusually high endurance ceiling for a QLC-based drive — substantially more than the 350 TBW of the NQ700 1TB and the 240 TBW of the NM610 PRO 1TB.
Single-Sided PCB Design: All NAND packages are mounted on one face of the board. As a result, the NQ780 1TB fits laptops with restricted M.2 slot clearance where double-sided drives would not seat correctly.
Five-Year Limited Warranty: Backed by a 5-year warranty — notably longer than the 3-year coverage on the NM610 PRO and the 1-year warranty on the NQ700. Additionally, the drive includes support for Lexar DiskMaster, enabling firmware updates and drive health monitoring.