The Patriot P300 P300P1TBM28 is a 1TB M.2 2280 PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe SSD for consumers upgrading a compatible PC or laptop, with sequential speeds up to 2,100 MB/s read and 1,650 MB/s write for faster booting, app loading, and file transfers.
Recommended For
- PC owners replacing a hard drive or SATA SSD who want quicker everyday boot, app-loading, and file-access performance without targeting high-end NVMe speeds.
- Budget desktop builders who need a 1TB drive for Windows, applications, and a typical game library, and value capacity and price over top-tier performance.
- Laptop upgraders with a compatible M.2 2280 NVMe slot who need a compact, single-sided drive; reviewers highlight the P300’s single-sided layout and power-efficient design for laptop upgrades.
- Everyday PC users who want an affordable NVMe system drive for routine browsing, office work, and application use rather than sustained heavy workloads.
Real-World Use Scenarios
- Replacing a hard drive as the system drive in a compatible PC: Windows startup, app launches, and everyday file access should feel more responsive than on an HDD.
- Installing a game library on a desktop with a compatible M.2 NVMe slot: games load from SSD storage, though the drive should not be expected to increase in-game frame rates.
- Expanding storage in a compatible laptop: its compact, single-sided M.2 2280 design can add room for apps and files without using an external drive; check the laptop’s supported drive type before buying.
- Using a budget NVMe drive for everyday computing—web browsing, office apps, and routine file access: it provides SSD responsiveness for common tasks, while being less suited to workloads dominated by prolonged, heavy writes.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
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| Best For | Consumer general computing in a PC, including desktop use |
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| Capacity, Interface And Form Factor | 1TB internal SSD with a PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe 1.3 interface in an M.2 2280 form factor |
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| Read Write Performance | Sequential speeds up to 2,100 MB/s read and 1,650 MB/s write, with 4KB random performance up to 290,000 IOPS read and 260,000 IOPS write |
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| Endurance And Data Protection | Rated for 320TB written, with end-to-end datapath protection and no DRAM cache; uses HMB |
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| Power And Operating Conditions | 0.38W idle and 2.38W active power consumption; operating temperature 0°C to 70°C |
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| Physical Specifications | 80 × 22 × 3.8 mm, weighs 9 g, supplied without a heatsink |
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| Model Identifiers | Patriot P300, model P300P1TBM28 |
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Reference Q&A
Q: Patriot P300 vs WD Blue SN570 1TB: which should I choose?
A: Choose the P300 when it costs meaningfully less and its up-to-2,100 MB/s read and 1,650 MB/s write speeds are sufficient. Choose the SN570 when you want higher rated sequential speeds—up to 3,500/3,000 MB/s—and higher rated endurance: 600 TBW versus the P300’s 320 TBW. Both are DRAM-less, M.2 2280 PCIe Gen3 x4 drives, so check current prices and your workload before deciding.
Q: Is the Patriot P300 or Samsung 970 EVO Plus better for frequent large file transfers?
A: For frequent large transfers or workloads that benefit from higher rated performance, the 1TB Samsung 970 EVO Plus is the stronger fit on specifications: it is rated up to 3,500 MB/s read and 3,300 MB/s write, and includes onboard DRAM. The P300 is DRAM-less and rated up to 2,100/1,650 MB/s; consider it when everyday storage is the priority and it is priced lower. Both use M.2 2280 PCIe Gen3 x4.
Q: Should I get the Patriot P300 or a 2.5-inch SATA SSD?
A: Choose the P300 if your computer supports an M.2 2280 NVMe drive and you want higher sequential transfer speeds; its 1TB model is rated up to 2,100 MB/s read and 1,650 MB/s write. Choose a 2.5-inch SATA SSD if your system requires that form factor or does not support NVMe. Confirm your device’s slot and interface before buying, since M.2 fit alone does not guarantee NVMe compatibility.
Q: Is the 1TB Patriot P300 worth choosing over the 512GB version?
A: Choose the 1TB version if you need more storage or expect larger file transfers: Patriot rates it at up to 2,100 MB/s read and 1,650 MB/s write, compared with up to 1,700/1,200 MB/s for the 512GB model. The 512GB version is suitable when it meets your capacity needs and costs less. Compare the actual prices before choosing.
Q: Will this SSD work in my laptop or desktop?
A: It can work in a system with an available M.2 2280 slot that supports PCIe NVMe SSDs. Check the computer or motherboard specifications first: an M.2 slot that supports SATA only is not sufficient.
Q: Will it run at its advertised speed in my computer?
A: The P300 is a PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe drive, rated for sequential reads up to 2,100 MB/s and writes up to 1,650 MB/s. Actual speeds depend on the computer’s M.2 slot, configuration, and workload; the drive cannot exceed the limits of the system it is installed in.
Q: Does this SSD need a heatsink?
A: The P300 is sold without a heatsink. Whether you need additional cooling depends on the computer and how it manages heat around the M.2 slot; check your system’s guidance before adding a heatsink, especially where space is limited.
Q: Can I use it as a boot drive or to replace a hard drive?
A: It is an internal NVMe SSD intended for PC or laptop storage. It may be used as a boot drive if the computer supports booting from an NVMe drive and an operating system is installed; replacing an existing drive may require migration or a fresh OS installation. Its listed speeds are up to 2,100 MB/s read and 1,650 MB/s write.
Q: Is the Patriot P300 1TB a reasonable budget choice for gaming and everyday PC use?
A: It can suit a budget build for everyday computing and game storage if the system supports an M.2 2280 NVMe drive. The listed maximum sequential speeds are 2,100 MB/s read and 1,650 MB/s write. Community discussions compare it with faster or higher-priced drives, but do not establish that it is best for every build.
Q: Should I pay extra for a Gen4 SSD instead of the P300?
A: The P300 is a PCIe Gen3 x4 drive rated for up to 2,100 MB/s reads and 1,650 MB/s writes. A Reddit buyer weighing it against a faster Gen4 drive described the P300 as sufficient for their gaming and early Blender use. Consider paying more if your workload benefits from higher transfer speeds or you want more headroom; compare current prices before deciding.
Q: Is the P300's DRAMless design a concern for a laptop or everyday PC?
A: The P300 has no dedicated DRAM cache and uses HMB, which can use system memory for drive-management tasks. That is a trade-off to consider for general use; for frequent, sustained large writes, compare drives designed for heavier workloads. Confirm your computer supports an M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe drive before buying.
Q: Can the P300 work as an affordable upgrade for an older PC?
A: A Reddit user reported that a P300 worked well as an upgrade in an older system. Compatibility is not guaranteed by that report: check that the PC has an M.2 slot supporting PCIe NVMe, not just an M.2 SATA drive. The P300 is an M.2 2280 PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe SSD.
