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Rectangular 2.5 inch SATA SSD with black label and silver metal casing

Crucial

Crucial BX500 CT2000BX500SSD1 2TB SATA internal SSD

SKU CH-DRXR-RCPT1 MPN CT2000BX500SSD1

2.5-inch SATA drive stores 2TB on 3D NAND with up to 540 MB/s reads and 500 MB/s writes

  • Total capacity2 TB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 540 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 500 MB/s
  • Interface typeSATA III
  • Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)

Capacity 2TB

  • Faster boot and file loading with up to 540 MB/s read speed
  • 300% faster than a typical hard drive for snappier system responsiveness
  • Extends laptop battery life with 45x better energy efficiency than a hard drive
  • Reliable Micron 3D NAND technology backed by 1.5M hours MTTF
  • Includes Acronis True Image cloning software for easy drive migration

2TB SATA drive for everyday PCs

The Crucial BX500 CT2000BX500SSD1 is a 2.5-inch internal SSD built with Micron 3D NAND for consumer desktops and laptops. It replaces a mechanical hard drive to deliver quicker boot times, faster file loads and snappier overall system responsiveness. The drive draws far less power than a typical hard drive, helping extend battery life in portable machines. No DRAM cache is included on the controller.

2TB capacity with SATA speed ceiling

Two terabytes provide ample room for an operating system, applications and a large media library. Sequential reads reach up to 540 MBps and writes up to 500 MBps, so large transfers and game level loads complete quickly. Sustained write performance will taper once the SLC buffer fills during very heavy workloads. The 1.5M hour MTTF rating reflects the endurance expected for typical consumer use.

SATA III interface limits

The SATA III link caps maximum throughput at 6 Gbps, so the drive cannot exceed its rated 540 MBps read and 500 MBps write regardless of workload. It operates reliably between 0°C and 70°C inside standard 2.5-inch bays. The package includes a 7 mm height SSD and Acronis True Image cloning software for straightforward migration.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Internal NVMe & SATA SSDs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $224.99
Pricier than about 58% of the 1,994 comparable items (median $180.49).
Total capacity 2 TB
Higher than about 70% of the 1,368 comparable items (median 1 TB).
Sequential read speed Up to 540 MB/s
Lower than about 83% of the 1,180 comparable items (median 2,400 MB/s).
Price per TB $112.50 per TB
Cheaper than about 78% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCrucial
Product lineBX500
Model nameCT2000BX500SSD1
Part numberCT2000BX500SSD1
Total capacity2 TB
Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Intended useConsumer
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 540 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 500 MB/s
Storage
NAND flash type3D NAND
Cache memory0 MB
Connectivity
Connection protocolSATA
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA III
Size & build
Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
Overall height7 mm
Shipping weight0.03 kg
Package size131 × 98 × 14 mm
In the box
Included items2.5 in 7 mm SSD SATA 6Gb/s
Acronis True Image for Crucial cloning software and installation instructions
Environment & compliance
Operating temperature range0 °C to 70 °C
More details
Mean time to failure1.5M hours

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Questions about this item

Will the 2.5-inch 7mm SATA III SSD fit in a laptop bay that currently holds a 7mm hard drive?

Yes, the 7mm height matches the standard 2.5-inch 7mm bay used by many laptops, so the drive will fit without a spacer.

How can I verify the drive is delivering the rated 540 MBps sequential read and 500 MBps sequential write after installation?

Run a benchmark tool such as CrystalDiskMark on a fresh Windows install; you should see sequential read speeds approaching 540 MBps and write speeds approaching 500 MBps on the SATA III link.

Does the package include a 2.5-inch to 3.5-inch desktop bracket or a SATA data cable, or must I buy them separately?

The box contains only the 2.5-inch 7mm SSD and a download code for Acronis True Image cloning software; brackets and SATA cables are not included and must be purchased separately if your system needs them.

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