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Crucial

Crucial MX500 CT4000MX500SSD1 4TB SATA internal SSD

SKU CH-7GB9-F49V5 MPN CT4000MX500SSD1

4TB 2.5-inch SATA SSD with 560/510 MB/s speeds, 95k/90k IOPS, 360TB endurance, power-loss immunity and AES 256-bit encryption

  • 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)

Capacity 4TB

  • 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 loss with integrated Power Loss Immunity
  • Files stay private through AES 256-bit hardware encryption
  • Long service life rated at 1.8 million hours MTTF

Crucial MX500 4TB SATA SSD

The Crucial MX500 CT4000MX500SSD1 is a 4TB 2.5-inch internal solid state drive built for consumer desktops and laptops. It uses Micron 3D NAND to deliver sequential speeds up to 560 MB/s read and 510 MB/s write. Integrated Power Loss Immunity protects saved work during unexpected power cuts.

SATA III interface

This drive connects through a standard SATA III port and the SATA protocol. The interface caps the maximum throughput, so the drive will not exceed the stated 560 MB/s read and 510 MB/s write on any system. Verify that your motherboard or laptop has a free SATA connector before purchase.

2.5-inch 7mm form factor with spacer

The SSD measures 7mm thick and ships with a 7mm to 9.5mm spacer for bays that require the taller height. Installation is a simple drive-bay mount and two cable connections. The most common issue is forgetting the spacer in taller bays, which leaves the drive loose and risks cable strain.

How it compares

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

Price $264.99
Pricier than about 64% 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 $66.25 per TB
Cheaper than about 94% 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
Shipping weight0.14 kg
Package size229 × 178 × 9 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

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

The 560 MB/s sequential read is the peak throughput the controller can sustain on large files; real-world speeds depend on the host SATA controller, cable quality and file system overhead.

How does the SATA III interface limit this SSD in practice?

SATA III caps theoretical bandwidth at 6 Gb/s, so the drive cannot exceed roughly 560 MB/s regardless of the NAND speed.

What physical space and mounting does the 2.5-inch 7 mm drive need?

It fits a standard 2.5-inch bay 7 mm high; a 7 mm to 9.5 mm spacer is included for 9.5 mm bays.

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