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Crucial

Crucial P310 500GB M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 NVMe internal SSD CT500P310SSD8-T

SKU CH-3ZKD-4M91D MPN CT500P310SSD8-T

A 500GB M.2 2280 NVMe drive delivering up to 6600MB/s reads and 3500MB/s writes for faster bootups, file transfers and game loads

  • Total capacity500 GB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 6,600 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 3,500 MB/s
  • Interface typePCI-Express 4.0 x4 NVMe
  • Form factorM.2 2280
  • Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Up to 6600 MB/s read speeds load games faster
  • Up to 3500 MB/s write speeds move large files quicker
  • PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe interface enables Gen4 performance
  • 500GB 3D NAND capacity extends storage for apps and media
  • M.2 2280 form factor fits standard laptop and desktop slots

Crucial P310 500GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD

The Crucial P310 is a 500GB internal solid state drive built in the M.2 2280 form factor. It uses a PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe interface with 3D NAND memory for consumer workloads. Sequential reads reach up to 6600 MBps and writes up to 3500 MBps. The drive ships without a heatsink.

Suits PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots needing 500GB capacity

This drive suits laptops and desktops with an M.2 slot wired for PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe. It delivers faster bootups, file transfers and game loads for everyday users. Systems limited to PCIe 3.0 will still work but cannot reach the rated speeds. Buyers needing a heatsink or higher endurance should consider other models.

PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe interface decides compatibility

The single specification that determines fit is the PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe interface on an M.2 2280 connector. Your motherboard or laptop must expose that exact interface to use the drive at its rated 6600 MBps read and 3500 MBps write performance. Without a compatible M.2 slot the drive will not function.

How it compares

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

Price $104.99
Cheaper than about 71% 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 6,600 MB/s
Higher than about 78% of the 1,180 comparable items (median 2,400 MB/s).
Price per TB $209.98 per TB
Pricier than about 62% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCrucial
Product lineP310
Model nameCT500P310SSD8
Part numberCT500P310SSD8
Total capacity500 GB
Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Intended useConsumer
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 6,600 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 3,500 MB/s
Storage
NAND flash type3D NAND
Connectivity
Connection protocolNVMe
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI-Express 4.0 x4 NVMe
Size & build
Form factorM.2 2280
Heat sinkWithout HeatSink
Shipping weight0.05 kg
Package size89 × 25 × 3 mm

Questions about this item

How can I confirm the Crucial P310 500GB is running at its rated PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe speed after installation?

Check the drive's reported link width and generation in your motherboard BIOS or a tool like CrystalDiskInfo; it should show PCIe 4.0 x4, and a sequential read benchmark should approach 6600 MBps.

What is included with the CT500P310SSD8-T and what must I supply myself?

The box contains only the M.2 2280 SSD itself; you must provide a compatible M.2 slot with PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe support and, if your board lacks one, a motherboard standoff screw.

Which capacity of the P310 series should I choose for a primary Windows drive with room for several large games?

The 500GB model offers up to 6600 MBps read and 3500 MBps write, giving enough space for the OS, key applications and a handful of modern titles while keeping cost low.

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