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Crucial

Crucial CT500P3SSD8 500GB internal SSD

SKU CH-REYW-TC3HF MPN CT500P3SSD8

500 GB PCIe 3.0 NVMe M.2 2280 SSD delivers up to 3500 MB/s read and 1900 MB/s write for fast system performance

  • Total capacity500 GB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 3,500 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 1,900 MB/s
  • Interface typePCI-Express 3.0 x4 NVMe
  • Form factorM.2 2280
  • Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)

Model 500GB P3

  • Fast boot and load times from up to 3500 MB/s sequential read
  • Responsive multitasking with up to 460,000 IOPS random write
  • Compact M.2 2280 form factor fits slim laptops and desktops
  • Reliable endurance using Micron 3D NAND technology
  • NVMe PCIe 3.0 interface delivers solid Gen3 performance

Product identity

The Crucial P3 500GB is an M.2 2280 NVMe drive built with Micron 3D NAND and a PCIe 3.0 x4 interface. It delivers sequential reads up to 3500 MBps and writes up to 1900 MBps for everyday computing workloads.

Fit and alternatives

This drive suits builders upgrading a laptop or desktop that supports PCIe 3.0 NVMe and wants a capacity of 500GB. Systems limited to PCIe 2.0 or older M.2 slots will not reach the rated speeds.

Deciding specification

The PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe interface determines whether the drive can operate at its rated 3500 MBps read and 1900 MBps write performance. Verify the host slot specification before purchase.

How it compares

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

Price $37.99
Cheaper than about 93% of the 1,994 comparable items (median $180.49).
Total capacity 500 GB
Lower than about 70% of the 1,368 comparable items (median 1 TB).
Sequential read speed Up to 3,500 MB/s
Higher than about 60% of the 1,180 comparable items (median 2,400 MB/s).
Price per TB $75.98 per TB
Cheaper than about 92% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCrucial
Product lineP3
Model nameCT500P3SSD8
Total capacity500 GB
Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Intended useConsumer
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 3,500 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 1,900 MB/s
Random read (4K)Up to 350,000 IOPS
Random write (4K)Up to 460,000 IOPS
Storage
NAND flash type3D NAND
Connectivity
Connection protocolNVMe
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI-Express 3.0 x4 NVMe
Size & build
Form factorM.2 2280
Shipping weight0.25 kg
Package size132 × 104 × 20 mm

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Questions about this item

Which capacity should I pick from the P3 line-up?

The P3 series spans 500GB up to 4TB; this model is the 500GB entry point and suits light OS plus app installs.

What does the 3500 MBps read figure deliver in daily use?

It enables quick Windows boots, fast game level loads and snappy large-file opens on a PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe slot.

How does the PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe interface limit real-world speed?

The four-lane Gen 3 link caps sequential transfers near 3500 MBps read and 1900 MBps write, matching this drive's rated peaks.

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