Lexar NM790 512GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 2280 SSD – Up to 800,000 IOPS, Gen4 x4 Internal Solid State Drive
Upgrade your desktop, laptop, or PlayStation®5 with the Lexar NM790 512GB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD. Designed for high-speed performance and fast responsiveness, this M.2 2280 solid-state drive delivers up to 800,000 random read/write IOPS for faster game loading, application launches, and file transfers.
Its single-sided design improves compatibility with thin laptops, compact desktops, and the PlayStation 5, while the PCIe Gen4 x4 interface provides next-generation storage performance. Backed by a 5-year limited warranty, the NM790 is an excellent choice for everyday computing, gaming, and system upgrades.
Key Features
512GB storage capacity
PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe interface
M.2 2280 form factor
Up to 800,000 random read/write IOPS
High-speed NVMe SSD performance
Single-sided design for broad compatibility
Compatible with desktop PCs
Compatible with laptops
Compatible with PlayStation®5
Fast application and game loading
Ideal for operating system upgrades
Energy-efficient solid-state design
5-Year Limited Warranty
Specifications
Specification
Details
Brand
Lexar
Model
LNM790X512G-RNNNU
Capacity
512GB
Storage Type
Internal SSD
Form Factor
M.2 2280
Interface
PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe
Random Read/Write Performance
Up to 800,000 IOPS
Design
Single-Sided
Compatibility
Desktop PC, Laptop, PlayStation®5
Warranty
5-Year Limited Warranty
Condition
New
What's Included
Lexar NM790 512GB M.2 NVMe SSD
Ideal For
Desktop PC upgrades
Laptop upgrades
PlayStation®5 storage expansion
Gaming
Content creation
Everyday computing
Faster Windows boot times
Application acceleration
File transfers
General productivity
Why It Stands Out
The Lexar NM790 combines PCIe Gen4 performance with broad system compatibility in a compact, single-sided M.2 design. Its fast random read/write performance helps improve overall system responsiveness, making it ideal for gamers, professionals, and everyday users looking to upgrade from SATA SSDs or traditional hard drives.
The slim single-sided construction is especially useful for thin laptops and PS5 installations where component clearance is limited.
Frequently Asked Questions
What devices is this SSD compatible with?
It is compatible with most desktop computers, laptops, and PlayStation®5 systems that support M.2 PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSDs.
What is the storage capacity?
This model provides 512GB of storage.
What interface does it use?
It uses the PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe interface.
What is the form factor?
The drive uses the standard M.2 2280 form factor.
What does the single-sided design mean?
All memory components are located on one side of the PCB, improving compatibility with thinner laptops, compact systems, and the PlayStation®5.
How fast is the drive?
The NM790 delivers up to 800,000 random read/write IOPS, providing responsive performance for gaming and everyday workloads.
Is this suitable as a boot drive?
Yes. It is an excellent choice for installing Windows or other operating systems to improve boot times and overall system responsiveness.
Does it include a heatsink?
No heatsink is listed in the provided specifications. Systems requiring additional cooling should use a compatible motherboard or PS5 heatsink if needed.
