PNY CS2141 1TB M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe Gen4 x4 SSD

With blistering sequential read speeds up to 5000 MB/s, the PNY CS2141 1TB M.2 NVMe SSD turns data bottlenecks into a distant memory. Built on PCIe Gen4 x4 and NVMe 1.4, this drive delivers the responsiveness that gamers, creators, and professionals demand from modern systems.

Overview

The PNY CS2141 packs 1TB of 3D TLC NAND into a slim M.2 2280 form factor, making it a drop-in upgrade for desktops and laptops that support PCIe Gen4. The Phison E21T controller ensures efficient, reliable performance without the need for a bulky heatsink in most configurations. Whether you're booting your OS, loading massive game worlds, or scrubbing through 4K video timelines, the CS2141 keeps pace without hesitation.

What stands out

• PCIe Gen4 x4 interface doubles the bandwidth of Gen3 drives
• Up to 5000 MB/s sequential read and 3200 MB/s sequential write
• 450,000 random read IOPS and 500,000 random write IOPS for snappy multitasking
• 600 TBW endurance rating for long-term reliability
• 1.5 million hours MTBF and 1500G shock resistance
• Low power consumption of just 3.5W active

Technical details

• Capacity: 1TB
• Form factor: M.2 2280
• Interface: PCIe Gen4 x4, NVMe 1.4
• NAND: 3D TLC
• Controller: Phison E21T
• Sequential read: up to 5000 MB/s
• Sequential write: up to 3200 MB/s
• Random read: up to 450,000 IOPS
• Random write: up to 500,000 IOPS
• TBW: 600 TB
• MTBF: 1,500,000 hours
• Operating temperature: 0°C to 70°C
• Storage temperature: -40°C to 85°C
• Shock resistance: 1500G
• Vibration resistance: 2.17G RMS

Our verdict

The PNY CS2141 delivers flagship-tier Gen4 speeds in a reliable, power-efficient package. If you need a high-capacity NVMe drive that won't break the bank, this is a compelling choice for any compatible system.