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Crucial MX500 SSD 1TB M.2 SATA III CT1000MX500SSD4
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Crucial MX500 SSD 1TB M.2 SATA III CT1000MX500SSD4

M2 size SSD. Start your system faster, load files faster, and improve overall laptop or desktop system responsiveness for all your computing needs.

M2 size SSD. Start your system faster, load files faster, and improve overall laptop or desktop system responsiveness for all your computing needs.

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  • Communication Protocol

    Most SSDs use SATA III or PCI Express.

    Almost all 2.5" SSDs connect via SATA III while most M.2 SSDs connect via PCI Express.


    PCI Express connection offers higher speeds, but this is mainly noticeable in demanding applications (high-resolution video processing, transferring large files, etc.) and is not necessary for everyday use.

    SATA III

    Modern hard drive connection standard.

    The majority of SSD hard drives use this standard. The motherboard must support it for the disk to operate at its maximum potential.

  • Write Speed

    Indicative size for the maximum speed of the hard disk during data recording. The larger the size, the faster the data recording.

    For an SSD that uses the SATA III protocol, the average recording speed is 300MB/s, while for one with NVMe it is 1200MB/s.

    These differences make sense in particularly demanding use cases (e.g. high-resolution video editing). For most users, the differences will not be noticeable.

  • Read Speed

    Indicative size for the maximum speed of the hard disk during data reading. The larger the size, the faster the data reading speed.

    An average reading speed for an SSD using the SATA III protocol is 600MB/s, while for one with NVMe it is 2000MB/s.

    These differences make sense in particularly demanding use cases (e.g. high-resolution video editing). For most users, the differences will not be noticeable. 
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Description

Description

M2 size SSD. Start your system faster, load files faster, and improve overall laptop or desktop system responsiveness for all your computing needs.

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Details

Warnings & Safety Information
See full description

Specifications

Specifications

Product Details

Capacity
1000 GB

Capacity

The golden ratio of cost and capacity for now is 500GB and 1TB.

For gaming or professional programs that require a lot of space for their installation, a capacity of at least 500GB is recommended. 

As an indication, a 1TB hard drive can hold about 250 thousand photos taken with a 12MP camera or 250 movies.
Communication Protocol
SATA III

Communication Protocol

Most SSDs use SATA III or PCI Express.

Almost all 2.5" SSDs connect via SATA III while most M.2 SSDs connect via PCI Express.


PCI Express connection offers higher speeds, but this is mainly noticeable in demanding applications (high-resolution video processing, transferring large files, etc.) and is not necessary for everyday use.

SATA III
Modern hard drive connection standard.

The majority of SSD hard drives use this standard. The motherboard must support it for the disk to operate at its maximum potential.
NVMe
No

NVMe

Communication template that enhances the performance and speed of SSDs.

The higher speeds offered by an NVMe drive are mainly applicable to demanding applications (high-resolution video processing, transferring large files, etc.) and are not necessary for simple everyday use.
Heatsink
No

Heatsink

The SSD is equipped with a heatsink to maintain low temperatures, ensuring better performance and more efficient heat dissipation in the SSD.
Compatible with PlayStation 5
No

Compatible with PlayStation 5

Compatible with PS5.
Device Group
-

Dimensions

Form Factor
M.2 (Type 2280)

Form Factor

The term form factor refers to the physical size of SSDs. The motherboard must support the form factor of the SSD in order for it to be installed.


The higher speeds offered by an NVMe drive are mainly applicable to demanding applications (such as high-definition video processing, transferring large files, etc.) and are not necessary for everyday use.

M.2 (Type 2280)
The motherboard must support the form factor in order for the SSD to be installed on it. It is worth noting that M.2 drives are divided into those that use the SATA protocol and those that use PCI Express. Of the SSDs that use the PCI Express protocol, most also support NVMe technology, which allows them even faster speeds if supported by the motherboard.

Performance

Read Speed
560 MB/s

Read Speed

Indicative size for the maximum speed of the hard disk during data reading. The larger the size, the faster the data reading speed.

An average reading speed for an SSD using the SATA III protocol is 600MB/s, while for one with NVMe it is 2000MB/s.

These differences make sense in particularly demanding use cases (e.g. high-resolution video editing). For most users, the differences will not be noticeable. 
Write Speed
510 MB/s

Write Speed

Indicative size for the maximum speed of the hard disk during data recording. The larger the size, the faster the data recording.

For an SSD that uses the SATA III protocol, the average recording speed is 300MB/s, while for one with NVMe it is 1200MB/s.

These differences make sense in particularly demanding use cases (e.g. high-resolution video editing). For most users, the differences will not be noticeable.
Maximum 4KB Random Write
90000 IOPS

Maximum 4KB Random Write

Indicative size for the maximum speed of the hard disk in data recording during general use, for example (opening the computer/using applications). The larger the size, the faster it is in these functions.

Average read speed for an SSD using the SATA III protocol is 80,000 IOPS, while for one with NVMe it is 380,000 IOPS.

These differences make sense in particularly demanding use (e.g. high-resolution video editing). For most users, the differences will not be noticeable.

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

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Reviews (8)

Reviews

4.1
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  1. 6
  2. 4 stars
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  4. 1
  5. 1
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  • Expected speed
  • Reliability
  • Value for money
  • Management software
  • Consistent performance
  • captainyannis
    1
    2 out of 3 members found this review helpful
    captainyannis

    After about ten months of use, it started to sometimes be recognized and sometimes lost by Windows 10. I struggled to save my data. The disk is now useless.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Management software
    • Value for money
    • Reliability
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  • Panagiotis_Karakoulakis
    2
    9 out of 66 members found this review helpful
    Panagiotis_Karakoulakis

    Verified purchase

    Pay close attention to what you are buying, even though it is m.2 it is not nvme, it is sata lll which means it is not one of the fast ssds. I made a mistake and I regret it a lot for my choice since I also made the mistake of getting the 1 tb. I have also noticed a decrease in its speed over time

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Unstable performance
    • Value for money
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  • manosgoni
    5
    4 out of 7 members found this review helpful
    manosgoni

    Upgrade a Samsung 850Evo. The installation is very easy and the Windows installation is done in the traditional way.

    I didn't expect to see any differences, but the first difference was the boot time, it's like having it in sleep mode.

    However, where it really shines is when copying/moving large files (15-20+GB). It's very fast.

    I chose it over the Samsung because with Crucial I got double the storage space (1TB) for the same price. Of course, you lose a bit of speed. However, if you're coming from an SSD, you will notice a difference.

    I highly recommend it.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Value for money
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  • EYAGGELOS_KALPAKIS
    5
    6 out of 6 members found this review helpful
    EYAGGELOS_KALPAKIS

    Verified purchase

    At this price, it's a steal and worth it, no cables or anything. It's fast and reliable, the system detected it instantly and it has been working non-stop since then. However, the temperatures are a bit high, around 55-60 degrees in gaming and 70 degrees during installation, but without any throttling. It's worth buying with your eyes closed.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Value for money
    • Management software
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  • lamargos
    5
    9 out of 11 members found this review helpful
    lamargos
    Expert user

    I have had it here for two months. I use it as an external drive, having placed it in an external transcend case that connects to the mac mini via usb-c gen 1. I have stored various files on the drive, but at the same time, I have also installed some games on it (in order not to reduce the capacity of the mac mini's internal drive). Needless to say, the drive is fast, not just fast, but lightning fast even though it's not NVMe! I play the games that I have installed on it without it being noticeable that they are installed on an external hard drive. There is no delay in loading and no lag at all (of course, the games are not particularly demanding), as if I have installed them on the computer's internal memory. The main reason, of course, that I bought it was its price on the one hand (the cheapest 1TB SSD M.2) and the good reputation of crucial on the other hand. Its price compared to a classic 2.5-inch HDD is about 85 euros higher. I am fully satisfied with its price and its amazing speed. Of course, it is not an NVMe SSD, but for the work I need it for, it exceeded my expectations. I consider it to be the most value for money SSD, combined with the fact that it is a product of Crucial. Crucial has already upgraded its firmware twice (a very easy process through Windows, more complex on MacOS). I hope it also has durability over time.
    -------------------
    UPDATE 5-3-2021: Two and a half years later, I confirm the good functioning of the drive. It has not disappointed me in the slightest and continues to work perfectly like the first day.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Value for money
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  • 5
    1 out of 2 members found this review helpful
    Tom_MaNiFeStO

    So far everything is perfect!

    Translated from Greek ·
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    • Reliability
    • Value for money
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  • 5
    Nikdev

    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Consistent performance
    • Value for money
  • 5
    emperordada

    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Consistent performance
    • Value for money
  • captainyannis
    1
    captainyannis

    After about ten months of use, it started to sometimes be recognized and sometimes lost by Windows 10. I struggled to save my data. The disk is now useless.

    Translated from Greek ·
    2
  • Panagiotis_Karakoulakis
    2
    Panagiotis_Karakoulakis

    Pay close attention to what you are buying, even though it is m.2 it is not nvme, it is sata lll which means it is not one of the fast ssds. I made a mistake and I regret it a lot for my choice since I also made the mistake of getting the 1 tb. I have also noticed a decrease in its speed over time

    Translated from Greek ·
    9
  • manosgoni
    5
    manosgoni

    Upgrade a Samsung 850Evo. The installation is very easy and the Windows installation is done in the traditional way.

    I didn't expect to see any differences, but the first difference was the boot time, it's like having it in sleep mode.

    However, where it really shines is when copying/moving large files (15-20+GB). It's very fast.

    I chose it over the Samsung because with Crucial I got double the storage space (1TB) for the same price. Of course, you lose a bit of speed. However, if you're coming from an SSD, you will notice a difference.

    I highly recommend it.

    Translated from Greek ·
    4
  • EYAGGELOS_KALPAKIS
    5
    EYAGGELOS_KALPAKIS

    At this price, it's a steal and worth it, no cables or anything. It's fast and reliable, the system detected it instantly and it has been working non-stop since then. However, the temperatures are a bit high, around 55-60 degrees in gaming and 70 degrees during installation, but without any throttling. It's worth buying with your eyes closed.

    Translated from Greek ·
    6
  • lamargos
    5
    lamargos

    I have had it here for two months. I use it as an external drive, having placed it in an external transcend case that connects to the mac mini via usb-c gen 1. I have stored various files on the drive, but at the same time, I have also installed some games on it (in order not to reduce the capacity of the mac mini's internal drive). Needless to say, the drive is fast, not just fast, but lightning fast even though it's not NVMe! I play the games that I have installed on it without it being noticeable that they are installed on an external hard drive. There is no delay in loading and no lag at all (of course, the games are not particularly demanding), as if I have installed them on the computer's internal memory. The main reason, of course, that I bought it was its price on the one hand (the cheapest 1TB SSD M.2) and the good reputation of crucial on the other hand. Its price compared to a classic 2.5-inch HDD is about 85 euros higher. I am fully satisfied with its price and its amazing speed. Of course, it is not an NVMe SSD, but for the work I need it for, it exceeded my expectations. I consider it to be the most value for money SSD, combined with the fact that it is a product of Crucial. Crucial has already upgraded its firmware twice (a very easy process through Windows, more complex on MacOS). I hope it also has durability over time.
    -------------------
    UPDATE 5-3-2021: Two and a half years later, I confirm the good functioning of the drive. It has not disappointed me in the slightest and continues to work perfectly like the first day.

    Translated from Greek ·
    9
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Description & Specifications

M2 size SSD. Start your system faster, load files faster, and improve overall laptop or desktop system responsiveness for all your computing needs.

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Details

Warnings & Safety Information

Product Details

Capacity
1000 GB

Capacity

The golden ratio of cost and capacity for now is 500GB and 1TB.

For gaming or professional programs that require a lot of space for their installation, a capacity of at least 500GB is recommended. 

As an indication, a 1TB hard drive can hold about 250 thousand photos taken with a 12MP camera or 250 movies.
Communication Protocol
SATA III

Communication Protocol

Most SSDs use SATA III or PCI Express.

Almost all 2.5" SSDs connect via SATA III while most M.2 SSDs connect via PCI Express.


PCI Express connection offers higher speeds, but this is mainly noticeable in demanding applications (high-resolution video processing, transferring large files, etc.) and is not necessary for everyday use.

SATA III
Modern hard drive connection standard.

The majority of SSD hard drives use this standard. The motherboard must support it for the disk to operate at its maximum potential.
NVMe
No

NVMe

Communication template that enhances the performance and speed of SSDs.

The higher speeds offered by an NVMe drive are mainly applicable to demanding applications (high-resolution video processing, transferring large files, etc.) and are not necessary for simple everyday use.
Heatsink
No

Heatsink

The SSD is equipped with a heatsink to maintain low temperatures, ensuring better performance and more efficient heat dissipation in the SSD.
Compatible with PlayStation 5
No

Compatible with PlayStation 5

Compatible with PS5.
Device Group
-

Dimensions

Form Factor
M.2 (Type 2280)

Form Factor

The term form factor refers to the physical size of SSDs. The motherboard must support the form factor of the SSD in order for it to be installed.


The higher speeds offered by an NVMe drive are mainly applicable to demanding applications (such as high-definition video processing, transferring large files, etc.) and are not necessary for everyday use.

M.2 (Type 2280)
The motherboard must support the form factor in order for the SSD to be installed on it. It is worth noting that M.2 drives are divided into those that use the SATA protocol and those that use PCI Express. Of the SSDs that use the PCI Express protocol, most also support NVMe technology, which allows them even faster speeds if supported by the motherboard.

Performance

Read Speed
560 MB/s

Read Speed

Indicative size for the maximum speed of the hard disk during data reading. The larger the size, the faster the data reading speed.

An average reading speed for an SSD using the SATA III protocol is 600MB/s, while for one with NVMe it is 2000MB/s.

These differences make sense in particularly demanding use cases (e.g. high-resolution video editing). For most users, the differences will not be noticeable. 
Write Speed
510 MB/s

Write Speed

Indicative size for the maximum speed of the hard disk during data recording. The larger the size, the faster the data recording.

For an SSD that uses the SATA III protocol, the average recording speed is 300MB/s, while for one with NVMe it is 1200MB/s.

These differences make sense in particularly demanding use cases (e.g. high-resolution video editing). For most users, the differences will not be noticeable.
Maximum 4KB Random Write
90000 IOPS

Maximum 4KB Random Write

Indicative size for the maximum speed of the hard disk in data recording during general use, for example (opening the computer/using applications). The larger the size, the faster it is in these functions.

Average read speed for an SSD using the SATA III protocol is 80,000 IOPS, while for one with NVMe it is 380,000 IOPS.

These differences make sense in particularly demanding use (e.g. high-resolution video editing). For most users, the differences will not be noticeable.

Important information

Specifications are collected from official manufacturer websites. Please verify the specifications before proceeding with your final purchase. If you notice any problem you can report it here.

Reviews (8)

4.1
8
4.1
Review this product
  1. 6
  2. 4 stars
    0
  3. 3 stars
    0
  4. 1
  5. 1
Review this product
  • Expected speed
  • Reliability
  • Value for money
  • Management software
  • Consistent performance
  • captainyannis
    1
    2 out of 3 members found this review helpful
    captainyannis

    After about ten months of use, it started to sometimes be recognized and sometimes lost by Windows 10. I struggled to save my data. The disk is now useless.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Management software
    • Value for money
    • Reliability
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • Panagiotis_Karakoulakis
    2
    9 out of 66 members found this review helpful
    Panagiotis_Karakoulakis

    Verified purchase

    Pay close attention to what you are buying, even though it is m.2 it is not nvme, it is sata lll which means it is not one of the fast ssds. I made a mistake and I regret it a lot for my choice since I also made the mistake of getting the 1 tb. I have also noticed a decrease in its speed over time

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Unstable performance
    • Value for money
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • manosgoni
    5
    4 out of 7 members found this review helpful
    manosgoni

    Upgrade a Samsung 850Evo. The installation is very easy and the Windows installation is done in the traditional way.

    I didn't expect to see any differences, but the first difference was the boot time, it's like having it in sleep mode.

    However, where it really shines is when copying/moving large files (15-20+GB). It's very fast.

    I chose it over the Samsung because with Crucial I got double the storage space (1TB) for the same price. Of course, you lose a bit of speed. However, if you're coming from an SSD, you will notice a difference.

    I highly recommend it.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Value for money
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • EYAGGELOS_KALPAKIS
    5
    6 out of 6 members found this review helpful
    EYAGGELOS_KALPAKIS

    Verified purchase

    At this price, it's a steal and worth it, no cables or anything. It's fast and reliable, the system detected it instantly and it has been working non-stop since then. However, the temperatures are a bit high, around 55-60 degrees in gaming and 70 degrees during installation, but without any throttling. It's worth buying with your eyes closed.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Value for money
    • Management software
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • lamargos
    5
    9 out of 11 members found this review helpful
    lamargos
    Expert user

    I have had it here for two months. I use it as an external drive, having placed it in an external transcend case that connects to the mac mini via usb-c gen 1. I have stored various files on the drive, but at the same time, I have also installed some games on it (in order not to reduce the capacity of the mac mini's internal drive). Needless to say, the drive is fast, not just fast, but lightning fast even though it's not NVMe! I play the games that I have installed on it without it being noticeable that they are installed on an external hard drive. There is no delay in loading and no lag at all (of course, the games are not particularly demanding), as if I have installed them on the computer's internal memory. The main reason, of course, that I bought it was its price on the one hand (the cheapest 1TB SSD M.2) and the good reputation of crucial on the other hand. Its price compared to a classic 2.5-inch HDD is about 85 euros higher. I am fully satisfied with its price and its amazing speed. Of course, it is not an NVMe SSD, but for the work I need it for, it exceeded my expectations. I consider it to be the most value for money SSD, combined with the fact that it is a product of Crucial. Crucial has already upgraded its firmware twice (a very easy process through Windows, more complex on MacOS). I hope it also has durability over time.
    -------------------
    UPDATE 5-3-2021: Two and a half years later, I confirm the good functioning of the drive. It has not disappointed me in the slightest and continues to work perfectly like the first day.

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Value for money
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • 5
    1 out of 2 members found this review helpful
    Tom_MaNiFeStO

    So far everything is perfect!

    Translated from Greek ·
    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Value for money
    Did you find this review helpful?
  • 5
    Nikdev

    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Consistent performance
    • Value for money
  • 5
    emperordada

    • Expected speed
    • Reliability
    • Management software
    • Consistent performance
    • Value for money
  • captainyannis
    1
    captainyannis

    After about ten months of use, it started to sometimes be recognized and sometimes lost by Windows 10. I struggled to save my data. The disk is now useless.

    Translated from Greek ·
    2
  • Panagiotis_Karakoulakis
    2
    Panagiotis_Karakoulakis

    Pay close attention to what you are buying, even though it is m.2 it is not nvme, it is sata lll which means it is not one of the fast ssds. I made a mistake and I regret it a lot for my choice since I also made the mistake of getting the 1 tb. I have also noticed a decrease in its speed over time

    Translated from Greek ·
    9
  • manosgoni
    5
    manosgoni

    Upgrade a Samsung 850Evo. The installation is very easy and the Windows installation is done in the traditional way.

    I didn't expect to see any differences, but the first difference was the boot time, it's like having it in sleep mode.

    However, where it really shines is when copying/moving large files (15-20+GB). It's very fast.

    I chose it over the Samsung because with Crucial I got double the storage space (1TB) for the same price. Of course, you lose a bit of speed. However, if you're coming from an SSD, you will notice a difference.

    I highly recommend it.

    Translated from Greek ·
    4
  • EYAGGELOS_KALPAKIS
    5
    EYAGGELOS_KALPAKIS

    At this price, it's a steal and worth it, no cables or anything. It's fast and reliable, the system detected it instantly and it has been working non-stop since then. However, the temperatures are a bit high, around 55-60 degrees in gaming and 70 degrees during installation, but without any throttling. It's worth buying with your eyes closed.

    Translated from Greek ·
    6
  • lamargos
    5
    lamargos

    I have had it here for two months. I use it as an external drive, having placed it in an external transcend case that connects to the mac mini via usb-c gen 1. I have stored various files on the drive, but at the same time, I have also installed some games on it (in order not to reduce the capacity of the mac mini's internal drive). Needless to say, the drive is fast, not just fast, but lightning fast even though it's not NVMe! I play the games that I have installed on it without it being noticeable that they are installed on an external hard drive. There is no delay in loading and no lag at all (of course, the games are not particularly demanding), as if I have installed them on the computer's internal memory. The main reason, of course, that I bought it was its price on the one hand (the cheapest 1TB SSD M.2) and the good reputation of crucial on the other hand. Its price compared to a classic 2.5-inch HDD is about 85 euros higher. I am fully satisfied with its price and its amazing speed. Of course, it is not an NVMe SSD, but for the work I need it for, it exceeded my expectations. I consider it to be the most value for money SSD, combined with the fact that it is a product of Crucial. Crucial has already upgraded its firmware twice (a very easy process through Windows, more complex on MacOS). I hope it also has durability over time.
    -------------------
    UPDATE 5-3-2021: Two and a half years later, I confirm the good functioning of the drive. It has not disappointed me in the slightest and continues to work perfectly like the first day.

    Translated from Greek ·
    9
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