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Crucial

Crucial M500 CT960M500SSD1 960GB 2.5" SATA internal SSD

SKU CH-ZWAX-FGAQE MPN CT960M500SSD1

A 2.5" SATA internal SSD with 960GB capacity, MLC memory, up to 500 MBps sequential read and 400 MBps write speeds, plus 80,000 IOPS random performance

  • Total capacity960 GB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 500 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 400 MB/s
  • Interface typeSATA III
  • Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)

Capacity 960GB

  • Faster boot and load times with sequential reads up to 500 MBps
  • Responsive multitasking from 80,000 IOPS random read performance
  • Reliable long-term storage backed by 1,200,000-hour MTBF
  • Fits standard laptops and desktops with 2.5-inch 7.00mm form factor
  • High-capacity 960GB MLC NAND for large media libraries

Capacity and controller

The Crucial M500 CT960M500SSD1 is a 2.5 inch internal solid-state drive with 960GB of MLC flash memory. It connects through a SATA III interface and uses a Marvell controller to manage data flow. This drive targets consumers who want a direct replacement for a mechanical hard drive in a laptop or desktop.

Capacity and headroom

Sequential reads reach up to 500 MBps while sequential writes reach up to 400 MBps. Random 4KB performance delivers up to 80000 IOPS for both read and write workloads. The 960GB capacity provides room for an operating system, applications and a large media library before space becomes a constraint.

Build fit and thermal

The drive measures 7.00mm in height and weighs 0.25 units, matching the standard 2.5 inch drive bay. It operates between 0°C and 70°C without additional cooling. A SATA data cable and a SATA power connector are the only connections required to add it to a system.

How it compares

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

Price $244.99
Pricier than about 62% of the 1,994 comparable items (median $180.49).
Total capacity 960 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 1,368 items is 1 TB.
Sequential read speed Up to 500 MB/s
Lower than about 90% of the 1,180 comparable items (median 2,400 MB/s).
Price per TB $255.20 per TB
Pricier than about 71% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCrucial
Product lineM500
Model nameCT960M500SSD1
Total capacity960 GB
Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Intended useConsumer
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 500 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 400 MB/s
Random read (4K)Up to 80,000 IOPS
Random write (4K)Up to 80,000 IOPS
Storage
NAND flash typeMLC
Controller chipMarvell
Ports & slots
Interface typeSATA III
Size & build
Form factor2.5 in (6.35 cm)
Overall height7 mm
Shipping weight0.14 kg
Package size131 × 131 × 20 mm
Environment & compliance
Operating temperature range0 °C to 70 °C
More details
Mean time between failures1,200,000 h

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Questions about this item

Will the 2.5" 960GB SATA III drive fit in a system that only accepts 7mm drives?

The drive height is 7.00mm, so it matches the 7mm form factor used in many modern laptops and small-form-factor PCs.

How can I confirm the CT960M500SSD1 is delivering its rated speed after installation?

Run a benchmark tool and check for sequential reads near 500 MBps, sequential writes near 400 MBps, and 4KB random reads and writes around 80000 IOPS.

Does the CT960M500SSD1 package include a mounting bracket or SATA cables, or must they be purchased separately?

The drive ships as a bare 2.5" unit; mounting brackets and SATA data and power cables are not included and must be sourced separately.

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