Intel U.2 NVMe 3.84TB 2.5" PCI Express NVMe 4.0 x4 Internal SSD

Overview

The Intel SSDPF2KX038TZ01 is a U.2 NVMe internal solid state drive designed to provide 3.84 TB of high-speed, reliable storage for demanding data center and enterprise applications. Utilizing a PCI Express 4.0 x4 interface, it achieves read speeds up to 6500 MB/s and write speeds up to 3400 MB/s, enabling rapid access to large datasets, virtual machines, and media files. Its 2.5-inch form factor fits easily into standard server bays or storage arrays, making it a practical choice for upgrading existing infrastructure.

This drive is built to handle intensive workloads with an endurance rating of up to 7168 TB written, ensuring long-term durability for continuous database transactions, analytics, and cloud services. Integrated 256-bit encryption protects sensitive data at rest, supporting security and compliance requirements in professional environments.

Key features

• High-capacity 3.84 TB storage suitable for data-heavy applications and large file handling
• PCIe 4.0 NVMe interface that delivers fast read and write speeds to reduce bottlenecks in data processing
• 2.5-inch U.2 form factor designed for easy integration into existing server and storage systems
• Endurance rating up to 7168 TB written, providing confidence in sustained performance over time
• 256-bit encryption to secure data at rest and simplify compliance with security standards
• Optimized for demanding server and data center environments, supporting virtualization and high-traffic workloads

Key specs

• Capacity: 3.84 TB
• Interface: PCI Express 4.0 x4 NVMe
• Form factor: 2.5-inch U.2
• Maximum read speed: 6500 MB/s
• Maximum write speed: 3400 MB/s
• Endurance: up to 7168 TB written
• Encryption: 256-bit data-at-rest encryption

Connectivity and compatibility

This SSD uses the U.2 connector standard, which is compatible with many modern server and storage systems designed for enterprise NVMe drives. The PCIe 4.0 x4 interface ensures backward compatibility with PCIe 3.0 systems, though at reduced speeds. Its 2.5-inch size fits standard drive bays, making it straightforward to deploy in existing racks without requiring adapter hardware.

Performance and reliability

The drive’s high read and write speeds support fast data access and transfer, which is critical for virtualization clusters, content creation pipelines, and e-commerce platforms with heavy transaction loads. Its endurance rating guarantees a long service life even under continuous write-intensive operations, while built-in encryption safeguards data integrity and privacy.

Ideal uses and environments

This SSD is well suited to data centers, enterprise servers, and cloud infrastructure where large volumes of data must be accessed quickly and securely. IT professionals managing virtualization, analytics, or media workflows will find its combination of capacity, speed, and durability meets the demands of high-performance storage environments. It fits naturally into setups requiring reliable, fast storage that supports both operational efficiency and data security.