Lenovo SSD WV4 256GB OPAL2 PCIe 3x4 TLC M.2 2280-S4 Intel Harris (02HM093)

Sequential reads up to 2500 MB/s make the Lenovo WV4 a serious upgrade for NVMe-compatible systems. This M.2 2280 drive pairs Intel's Harris controller with TLC NAND to deliver responsive performance and hardware encryption.

Overview

The Lenovo WV4 256GB is an internal solid-state drive built on the PCIe Gen3 x4 interface with NVMe 1.3 support. It uses TLC NAND and includes TCG Opal 2.0 hardware encryption to protect data at rest. The drive is designed for M.2 2280 slots with M-Key and is optimized for Lenovo systems, but it works in any compatible M.2 NVMe slot.

What stands out

• 256 GB storage capacity
• PCIe Gen3 x4 interface with NVMe 1.3
• TCG Opal 2.0 hardware encryption
• Intel Harris controller
• Sequential read speed up to 2500 MB/s
• Sequential write speed up to 1200 MB/s
• Random read up to 200,000 IOPS
• Random write up to 180,000 IOPS
• Endurance rated at 150 TBW
• MTBF of 1,500,000 hours

Technical details

• Form factor: M.2 2280
• Interface: PCIe Gen3 x4
• NVMe version: 1.3
• NAND type: TLC
• Encryption: TCG Opal 2.0
• Controller: Intel Harris
• Power consumption (active): 3.5 W
• Power consumption (idle): 0.05 W
• Operating temperature: 0°C to 70°C
• Storage temperature: -40°C to 85°C
• Keying: M-Key

Our verdict

The Lenovo WV4 256GB is a dependable NVMe SSD for users who need hardware encryption and solid performance without moving to Gen4. Its Opal 2.0 support makes it a strong choice for business laptops and desktops.