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Rectangular silver 2.5 inch SSD with label showing Crucial MX500 4TB

Crucial

Crucial MX500 4TB SATA 2.5" internal SSD

SKU CH-Y2JT-7VE3X

4 TB SATA internal SSD with sequential speeds up to 560/510 MB/s, 95k/90k random IOPS, AES 256-bit encryption and power-loss immunity

  • Total capacity4 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)
  • Fast boot and load times with sequential reads up to 560 MB/s
  • Responsive multitasking from random reads up to 95,000 IOPS
  • Data survives sudden power cuts through integrated power loss immunity
  • Hardware AES 256-bit encryption protects files from unauthorised access
  • High endurance rated for 360 TB written and 1.8 million hours MTTF

4TB SATA SSD for everyday storage

The Crucial MX500 is a 2.5 inch internal solid state drive with a 4TB capacity and a SATA III interface. It uses Micron 3D NAND to deliver sequential reads up to 560 MBps and writes up to 510 MBps. Random performance reaches 95,000 IOPS read and 90,000 IOPS write. The drive is rated for 360TB written and 1.8 million hours MTTF.

AES 256-bit encryption and power loss immunity

Hardware based AES 256-bit encryption protects stored data from unauthorised access without software overhead. Integrated Power Loss Immunity preserves in flight work if power is cut unexpectedly. These features operate automatically and require no extra configuration or bundled utilities.

Check SATA port and 2.5 inch bay space

Verify that your motherboard has a free SATA III port and that the case or laptop has a 2.5 inch drive bay or compatible bracket. Confirm the operating system supports drives larger than 2TB for full capacity use. No additional drivers are needed for standard SATA operation.

How it compares

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

Price $399.99
Pricier than about 75% of the 1,994 comparable items (median $180.49).
Total capacity 4 TB
Higher than about 90% 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 $100.00 per TB
Cheaper than about 85% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCrucial
Product lineMX500
Model nameCT4000MX500SSD1
Part numberCT250MX500SSD1
Total capacity4 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
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

Questions about this item

How long will the 4 TB MX500 last before the 360 TBW endurance rating is reached?

The drive is rated for 360 TBW of total writes; at typical consumer workloads this translates to many years before the NAND reaches its specified endurance limit.

What performance ceiling appears first during long sequential transfers on the SATA III link?

The SATA III interface caps sustained throughput at the drive's rated 560 MB/s read and 510 MB/s write, so the bus itself becomes the bottleneck before the controller or NAND.

How much heat and noise does the 2.5" MX500 produce when running continuously all day?

With no moving parts and low active power draw, the SSD runs silently and generates minimal heat, staying well within normal operating temperatures during sustained use.

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