Question Flimsy Kingston SSD M.2 packaging a problem?

[Antisthenes]

I just bought Kingston KC3000 M.2 2280 NVMe SSD 2TB, which is expensive hardware, but its flimsy package probably costs only 10 or 20 cents to produce. It’s just a sheet of thin cardboard and some see-through cheap plastic around the SSD. No protection. Samsung 980 Pro on the other hand has a proper package. Is Kingston low quality? Could the SSD have been damaged during transport from the manufacturer when basically having almost no protection? I can return the SSD to my online store, and get all my money back, so should I get the Samsung 980 Pro instead?

 

[Bob.B]

I just bought Kingston KC3000 M.2 2280 NVMe SSD 2TB, which is expensive hardware, but its flimsy package probably costs only 10 or 20 cents to produce. It’s just a sheet of thin cardboard and some see-through cheap plastic around the SSD. No protection. Samsung 980 Pro on the other hand has a proper package. Is Kingston low quality? Could the SSD have been damaged during transport from the manufacturer when basically having almost no protection? I can return the SSD to my online store, and get all my money back, so should I get the Samsung 980 Pro instead?

Before you open the package can you see any damage to the ssd?

If not carefully open the package and inspect the ssd.

If no damage test the ssd.

 

[Antisthenes]

The package is undamaged, but I have not tested the SSD since I can’t return it to the store and get a refund after I have opened it.

When Kingston gives expensive hardware a dirt cheap package it doesn’t inspire confidence in their product. Is their SSDs low quality compared to Samsung 980 Pro?

 

[CountMike]

The package is undamaged, but I have not tested the SSD since I can’t return it to the store and get a refund after I have opened it.

When Kingston gives expensive hardware a dirt cheap package it doesn’t inspire confidence in their product. Is their SSDs low quality compared to Samsung 980 Pro?

Packaging differs according to selling purpose, What you got is made to hang on retail store shelves but until than is packaged in bulk boxes more suitable for shipping from factory. That should be safe until you buy it at a store and then it's up to you.
Another packaging method is bulk packaging of many each in static free bag in a box meant for OEM installers.
My 960 and 970 evo plus came in single cardboard box with it in a plastic package with seal. That packaging is meant for distribution by mail and couriers.
Most other parts are in similar (to those types) of packaging. If package has any defects, return it but if its in pristine shape damage is not likely,

 

[SkyNetRising]

The package is undamaged, but I have not tested the SSD since I can’t return it to the store and get a refund after I have opened it.

This is standard packaging.
If it doesn't work, you have warranty.