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Crucial

Crucial P3 CT1000P3SSD8 1TB internal SSD

SKU CH-HZJJ-XPRYG MPN CT1000P3SSD8

M.2 2280 drive stores 1TB with 3D NAND and reaches 3500 MBps read and 3000 MBps write

  • Total capacity1 TB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 3,500 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 3,000 MB/s
  • Interface typePCI-Express 3.0 x4 NVMe
  • Form factorM.2 2280
  • Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)

Model 1TB P3

  • Faster boot and load times with sequential reads up to 3500 MBps
  • Responsive multitasking from random reads up to 650000 IOPS
  • Quicker file saves and installs via sequential writes up to 3000 MBps
  • Sustained write performance under heavy workloads with random writes up to 700000 IOPS
  • Compact M.2 2280 form factor fits modern laptops and desktops

Capacity and interface

The Crucial P3 CT1000P3SSD8 is a 1000 GB internal solid state drive built on an M.2 2280 form factor with a PCI-Express 3.0 x4 NVMe connection. It uses Micron Advanced 3D NAND and is intended for consumer workloads such as operating system boot, application loading and general file storage.

Performance gains

Sequential reads reach up to 3500 MBps and writes up to 3000 MBps, while 4 KB random reads hit 650000 IOPS and random writes 700000 IOPS. The manufacturer states the drive performs up to 45% better than the previous generation, delivering solid Gen3 throughput for everyday computing.

Fit and alternatives

This drive suits builders upgrading a laptop or desktop that supports PCIe 3.0 NVMe M.2 slots and who want a balance of capacity and speed at a mainstream tier. Users needing PCIe 4.0 or 5.0 bandwidth, sustained write workloads beyond the rated figures, or enterprise endurance should evaluate higher-tier NVMe options.

How it compares

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

Price $45.99
Cheaper than about 91% of the 1,994 comparable items (median $180.49).
Total capacity 1 TB
Typical for this category: the median of 1,368 items is 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 $45.99 per TB
Cheaper than about 97% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCrucial
Product lineP3
Model nameCT1000P3SSD8
Total capacity1 TB
Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Intended useConsumer
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 3,500 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 3,000 MB/s
Random read (4K)Up to 650,000 IOPS
Random write (4K)Up to 700,000 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 size131 × 102 × 10 mm

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Questions about this item

How long will the 3D NAND flash last before it needs replacement?

The 3D NAND is rated for typical consumer workloads and includes wear-levelling algorithms that spread writes across the whole 1 TB capacity to maximise endurance.

What limits sustained write performance once the drive heats up?

Sequential write speeds reach up to 3000 MBps until the SLC cache fills, after which throughput drops to the native 3D NAND rate.

How much heat and power does the NVMe controller produce during all-day operation?

The PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe controller runs at low power for a Gen3 design, so temperatures stay modest inside a typical laptop or desktop M.2 slot.

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