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Crucial

Crucial P5 Plus CT500P5PSSD8 500GB M.2 2280 internal SSD

SKU CH-9NN9-8JN5K MPN CT500P5PSSD8

A 500GB M.2 2280 internal SSD with PCIe 4.0 NVMe delivering up to 6600 MBps reads and 5000 MBps writes

  • Total capacity500 GB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 6,600 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 5,000 MB/s
  • Interface typePCI-Express 4.0 NVMe
  • Form factorM.2 2280
  • Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)

Style Without Heatsink

Model 500GB

  • Up to 6600 MBps sequential read speeds for fast load times
  • Up to 5000 MBps sequential write speeds for quick file saves
  • 300 TBW endurance rating supports heavy workloads
  • 2 million hour MTTF indicates long-term reliability
  • M.2 2280 form factor fits standard slots and PS5

Capacity and audience

The Crucial P5 Plus 500GB M.2 2280 NVMe SSD targets gamers, professionals and creatives who need fast storage for demanding workloads. It uses Micron 3D NAND and a PCIe 4.0 interface to deliver sequential reads up to 6600 MBps and writes up to 5000 MBps.

Thermals noise and power

The drive measures 2.4mm in height and is compatible with motherboard heatsinks to help manage temperatures during sustained loads. With no moving parts it operates silently, and the NVMe interface draws power only when active.

Upgrade path and value

The 300 TBW endurance rating and 2 million hour MTTF support long-term reliability for heavy write workloads. Moving from an older NVMe drive to this PCIe 4.0 model is worthwhile when sequential throughput above 5000 MBps reduces project turnaround or level-load times.

How it compares

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

Price $56.99
Cheaper than about 88% 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 $113.98 per TB
Cheaper than about 77% of the 1,362 comparable items (median $165.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCrucial
Product lineP5 Plus
Model nameCT500P5PSSD8
Part numberCT500P5PSSD8
Total capacity500 GB
Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Intended useConsumer
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 6,600 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 5,000 MB/s
Storage
NAND flash type3D NAND
Data encryptionYes
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI-Express 4.0 NVMe
Size & build
Form factorM.2 2280
Overall height2.4 mm
Shipping weight0.05 kg
Package size127 × 97 × 13 mm
More details
Mean time to failure2 million

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Questions about this item

How is the M.2 2280 drive installed, and what step is often missed?

Insert the drive at an angle into the PCIe 4.0 slot, then secure it with the motherboard screw; the step often missed is fastening that screw, which keeps the 2.4mm-high PCB from lifting and breaking contact.

What maintenance or replacement will the 500GB 3D NAND drive need later?

No routine maintenance is required; the drive is rated for 300 TBW total bytes written and an MTTF of 2 million hours, so replacement only comes when that write endurance or the MTTF limit is reached.

What limit appears first during sustained heavy writes on this NVMe SSD?

The sequential write speed of up to 5000 MBps will throttle once the controller temperature rises under continuous load, making thermal throttling the first practical limit.

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