Kingston has expanded its high-performance storage lineup with the Fury Renegade G5 now available in a massive 8 TB capacity, delivering blistering PCIe 5.0 speeds without sacrificing space. The new model is rated for up to 14,800 MB/s sequential reads and up to 14,000 MB/s sequential writes, putting it among the fastest high-capacity consumer SSDs you can buy.
Only a few drives have claimed read speeds in the 14,900 MB/s range, such as models built around Phison’s flagship E28 controller. SSDs touting 14,800 MB/s are also rare, especially at 8 TB. Some enthusiast-class options reach similar read figures at this capacity but typically top out around 13,400 MB/s for sequential writes. Kingston’s 8 TB Renegade G5 aims to push past that ceiling, offering high-end throughput for large game libraries, 4K/8K video, and demanding content creation workloads.
Built on a PCIe 5.0 x4 interface, the Renegade G5 8 TB pairs Silicon Motion’s SM2508G controller with 218-layer BiCS8 3D TLC NAND to hit its performance targets. Silicon Motion has positioned the SM2508G as a power-efficient alternative to the Phison E28, while counterclaims suggest the two are competitive in real-world efficiency. Either way, both controller platforms are known for strong thermals and top-tier sequential performance.
The new 8 TB option joins existing 1 TB, 2 TB, and 4 TB capacities. Kingston previously signaled the larger model would arrive in November; pricing and retail availability are still to be announced. The entire Renegade G5 family is backed by a 5-year warranty.
“Whether for work or play, users need more power and space. We’re happy this 8 TB addition to Kingston FURY Renegade G5 SSD can provide both,” said Keith Schimmenti, SSD business manager at Kingston.
Key highlights:
– Capacity: 8 TB
– Interface: PCIe 5.0 x4
– Controller: Silicon Motion SM2508G
– NAND: 218-layer BiCS8 3D TLC
– Sequential performance: Up to 14,800 MB/s reads and 14,000 MB/s writes
– Warranty: 5 years
– Other capacities: 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB
For power users building a cutting-edge gaming PC or a production workstation, the Fury Renegade G5 8 TB targets the sweet spot of ultra-fast transfers and cavernous storage. If you’ve been waiting to consolidate projects and games onto a single drive without giving up PCIe 5.0 speed, this new flagship capacity is designed with you in mind. Pricing will be the final piece to watch as it lands at retail.
