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M.2 2280 internal SSD with black heatsink

Crucial

Crucial P510 CT1000P510SSD5 1TB internal SSD

SKU CH-S8PM-TMNFN MPN CT1000P510SSD5

A 1 TB internal SSD with a heatsink delivering up to 11,000 MB/s read and 9,500 MB/s write over PCIe 5.0 NVMe 2.0 for desktops and PlayStation 5

  • Total capacity1 TB
  • Sequential read speedUp to 11,000 MB/s
  • Sequential write speedUp to 9,500 MB/s
  • Interface typePCI-Express 5.0
  • Form factorM.2 2280
  • Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)

Model 1TB w/ Heatsink

  • Up to 11,000 MB/s read speeds slash load times
  • Up to 9,500 MB/s write speeds accelerate large file transfers
  • PCIe 5.0 interface unlocks Gen5 bandwidth for desktops and PS5
  • Single-sided M.2 2280 design fits tight laptop and console slots
  • DRAM-less HMB architecture lowers power draw to extend battery life

Crucial P510 1TB Gen5 NVMe SSD

The Crucial P510 is a 1TB internal solid-state drive built for consumers who need fast storage in a desktop or PlayStation 5. It uses a PCIe 5.0 interface with NVMe 2.0 protocol and 3D NAND memory components in an M.2 2280 form factor. The drive has no DRAM cache and relies on host memory buffer technology.

Thermals noise and power draw

A single-sided heatsink is included to manage heat during sustained transfers. The power-efficient architecture is designed to support battery life in compatible laptops and runs without active cooling. Normal operation stays quiet because there are no moving parts or fans.

Sequential read speed up to 11000 MBps

The headline specification is a maximum sequential read of 11000 MBps with a sequential write of 9500 MBps. This throughput decides whether the drive matches a workload that needs Gen5 bandwidth. If the system or console cannot use PCIe 5.0 the extra speed will not be realised.

How it compares

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

Price $158.99
Cheaper than about 56% 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 11,000 MB/s
Higher than about 92% of the 1,180 comparable items (median 2,400 MB/s).
Price per TB $158.99 per TB
Typical for this category: the median of 1,362 items is $165.50 per TB.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCrucial
Product lineP510
Model nameCT1000P510SSD5
Part numberCT1000P510SSD5
Total capacity1 TB
Product typeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Intended useConsumer
Performance
Sequential read speedUp to 11,000 MB/s
Sequential write speedUp to 9,500 MB/s
Storage
NAND flash type3D NAND
Cache memoryNo DRAM (HMB)
Connectivity
Connection protocolNVMe 2.0
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI-Express 5.0
Size & build
Form factorM.2 2280
Heat sinkWith HeatSink
Shipping weight0.05 kg
Package size159 × 99 × 25 mm

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Questions about this item

How do I install the CT1000P510SSD5 in a PlayStation 5 and what step is commonly missed?

Insert the single-sided M.2 2280 drive into the PS5 expansion slot at a slight angle, press down until it clicks, then secure it with the retention screw; the step often missed is removing the console cover and the expansion-slot cover before starting.

What maintenance or replacement will the CT1000P510SSD5 need over its lifetime?

No scheduled maintenance is required; the drive has no DRAM cache and uses host-memory buffer technology, so only a firmware update from the manufacturer may be needed if released.

At what point does the CT1000P510SSD5 hit its thermal limit during sustained transfers?

The integrated heatsink is designed to keep the controller within spec during continuous PCIe 5.0 NVMe 2.0 workloads up to the rated 11,000 MB/s read and 9,500 MB/s write; sustained loads beyond that may trigger thermal throttling.

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