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Silver rectangular 2.5 inch SATA internal SSD with black label

Crucial

Crucial CT2000MX500SSD1 MX500 2TB 2.5" SATA internal SSD

SKU CH-41H8-DR5RZ MPN CT2000MX500SSD1

2 TB 2.5" SATA internal SSD delivering up to 560 MB/s reads and 510 MB/s writes with AES 256-bit encryption and integrated power-loss immunity

  • Total capacity2 TB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 560 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 510 MB/s
  • Interface typeSATA III
  • Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)

Capacity 2TB

  • Up to 560 MB/s sequential read speeds accelerate boot and load times
  • Up to 510 MB/s sequential write speeds keep large file transfers moving
  • 95,000 random read IOPS deliver snappy responsiveness across everyday workloads
  • 90,000 random write IOPS sustain performance during heavy multitasking
  • AES 256-bit hardware encryption protects stored data without software overhead

2TB SATA internal SSD for everyday computing

The Crucial MX500 is a 2.5-inch solid-state drive built with 3D NAND flash. It suits desktops and laptops that need a straightforward storage upgrade for operating systems, applications and large media libraries.

SATA III interface caps real-world throughput

The drive connects over a standard SATA III link, so sequential speeds cannot exceed the bus limit of roughly 560 MB/s read and 510 MB/s write. Random performance reaches up to 95,000 read IOPS and 90,000 write IOPS, which is the practical ceiling for this interface.

360 TBW endurance rating defines upgrade suitability

A terabytes-written figure of 360 TBW tells you how much data can be written over the warranty period. If your workload writes significantly more than this, a higher-endurance drive is required; otherwise the MX500 matches typical consumer and light professional use.

How it compares

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

Price $113.99
Cheaper than about 68% 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 560 MB/s
Lower than about 60% of the 1,180 comparable items (median 2,400 MB/s).
Price per TB $57.00 per TB
Cheaper than about 96% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCrucial
Product lineMX500
Model nameCT2000MX500SSD1
Part numberCT250MX500SSD1
Total capacity2 TB
Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Intended useConsumer
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 560 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 510 MB/s
Random read (4K)Up to 95,000 IOPS
Random write (4K)Up to 90,000 IOPS
Storage
NAND flash type3D NAND
Cache memory0 MB
Data encryptionAES 256-bit encryption
Write endurance360 TB
Connectivity
Connection protocolSATA
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA III
Size & build
Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
Overall height7 mm
Shipping weight0.11 kg
Package size135 × 127 × 23 mm
In the box
Included items2.5 in 7 mm SSD SATA 6Gb/s
7 mm to 9.5 mm spacer
Acronis True Image for Crucial cloning software and installation instructions
Environment & compliance
Operating temperature range0 °C to 70 °C
More details
Mean time to failure1.8 million hours

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Questions about this item

Should I pick the 2TB model or a smaller capacity?

The 2TB version provides 360 TBW endurance and 1.8 million hours MTTF, giving more write headroom than lower-capacity models in the same series.

What does the 560 MB/s read figure mean once the drive is installed?

That is the maximum sequential read speed over SATA III; real-world throughput will be at or below 560 MB/s depending on workload and system overhead.

How does the SATA III interface limit performance in practice?

SATA III caps sequential transfers at 6 Gb/s, so the drive cannot exceed its rated 560 MB/s read and 510 MB/s write even if the NAND is faster.

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