Crucial CT500MX500SSD1 MX500 Series 500GB TLC SATA SSD Review

Enjoy the efficiency of next-gen Micron 3D NAND
This Crucial CT500MX500SSD1 MX500 Series 500GB Internal Solid State Drive fits in the system’s 2.5″ drive bay and comes with a 7 to 9.5mm spacer for compatibility with bigger bays. The MX500 SSD is equipped with a SATA Interface, Silicon Motion SM2258 controller, and Micron 3D TLC NAND Flash technology to deliver up to 560 MB/s sequential reads and 510 MB/s sequential writes.
For securing sensitive data, AES-256 encryption and Opal 2.0 are available. Additionally, included along with the drive is Acronis True Image software, which provides an easy-to-use backup solution.
Enjoy the efficiency of next-gen Micron 3D NAND
The Crucial MX500 uses only a minimal amount of power and still delivers a high price-to-performance ratio – without needing a financing plan to pay for it. Experience a faster, cooler, and quieter computer in your home or business. You’ll wonder how you ever put up with a hard drive.
Upgrade with a drive you can count on
With thousands of hours of pre-release validation, dozens of SSD qualification tests, and a heritage of SSDs, the Crucial MX500 has been thoroughly tried, tested, and proven. Secure your most important files on a drive with established dependability and the advanced features MX Series SSD’s are known for.
CT500MX500SSD1 Technical Specifications:
Manufacturer | Crucial |
Product Type | Internal Solid State Drive |
Part Number | CT500MX500SSD1 |
Form Factor | 2.5 inch |
Storage Capacity | 500GB |
Memory Technology | Triple Level Cell (TLC) |
Sequential Read Speeds | Up to 560 MB/s |
Sequential Write Speeds | Up to 510 MB/s |
Random Read IOPS | 220000 |
Random Write IOPS | 330000 |
Drive Interface Type | SATA 6.0 Gbps |
CT500MX500SSD1 Key Features:
- 2.5″/7mm Form Factor
- SATA III 6 Gb/s Interface
- Acronis True Image Included
- Silicon Motion SM2258 Controller
- Micron 3D TLC NAND Flash Technology
- AES-256 Data Encryption, TCG Opal 2.0
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