Hiksemi Future Core 1TB Gen5 M.2 NVMe 3D NAND SSD

As games and creative software balloon past 100GB, a sluggish drive turns every load screen into a coffee break. The Hiksemi Future Core 1TB Gen5 M.2 NVMe 3D NAND SSD eliminates that bottleneck with PCIe Gen5 x4 bandwidth, delivering up to 10,000 MB/s sequential reads and 9,500 MB/s writes. Built on a Phison E26 controller and 3D TLC NAND, it’s a direct-fit upgrade for AMD X670E, Intel Z790, and other Gen5-ready desktops.

Who is it for

This drive targets enthusiasts, content creators, and professionals who demand the fastest possible storage for 4K/8K video editing, large dataset analysis, and next-gen gaming with DirectStorage. It’s also ideal for system builders wanting a high-end boot drive without paying flagship premiums.

Main features

• PCIe Gen5 x4 NVMe 2.0 interface for breakthrough performance
• Sequential read up to 10,000 MB/s, write up to 9,500 MB/s
• Random performance up to 1,300,000 IOPS read, 1,200,000 IOPS write
• 1TB capacity with 3D TLC NAND and Phison E26 controller
• LPDDR4 DRAM cache for sustained performance
• End-to-end data protection, TRIM, S.M.A.R.T., and ECC support
• M.2 2280 form factor with heatsink-ready design
• 700 TBW endurance and 1.5 million hours MTBF

Specifications

• Capacity: 1TB
• Form Factor: M.2 2280
• Interface: PCIe Gen5 x4, NVMe 2.0
• NAND Flash: 3D TLC
• Controller: Phison E26
• Sequential Read: Up to 10,000 MB/s
• Sequential Write: Up to 9,500 MB/s
• Random Read IOPS: Up to 1,300,000
• Random Write IOPS: Up to 1,200,000
• DRAM Cache: LPDDR4
• TBW: 700 TB
• MTBF: 1,500,000 hours
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 70°C
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to 85°C
• Power Consumption (Active): 9.5W

Tips

Ensure your motherboard’s M.2 slot supports PCIe Gen5 x4 to reach full speed; otherwise the drive will run at the slot’s maximum Gen4 or Gen3 bandwidth. For sustained heavy writes, adequate airflow or a motherboard heatsink is recommended to maintain peak performance.