Specifications
- Storage Capacity1000 gigabytesStorage Drive TypeSSD, SSDMaximum Read Speed11000 megabytes per secondMaximum Write Speed9500 megabytes per secondForm FactorM.2 2280Interface(s)PCIe Gen 5 x4
- Key Specs
- Storage Capacity: 1000 gigabytes (Measured in megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), this is the amount available for storing files, music, movies, photos and more. The total includes the capacity of the hard disk drive and solid state drive if both are included on the computer.)
- Storage Drive Type: SSD, SSD (Traditional, mechanical hard disk drives are the most common type of storage because they're relatively inexpensive and offer huge capacities. However, they also generate both noise and heat. Solid state drives, also known as SSDs, are many times faster than hard disk drives and have no moving parts to wear out, but typically offer less capacity for the same price.)
- Maximum Read Speed: 11000 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can read information; for example, opening files.)
- Maximum Write Speed: 9500 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can write information; for example, saving files.)
- Form Factor: M.2 2280
- Interface(s): PCIe Gen 5 x4 (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- General
- Brand: Crucial
- Model Number: CT1000P510SSD8
- Product Name: Crucial - P510 1TB Internal SSD PCIe Gen 5 x4 NVMe M.2 for Laptop and Desktop
- Color: Black
- Capacity
- Storage Capacity: 1000 gigabytes (Measured in megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), this is the amount available for storing files, music, movies, photos and more. The total includes the capacity of the hard disk drive and solid state drive if both are included on the computer.)
- Performance
- Storage Drive Type: SSD, SSD (Traditional, mechanical hard disk drives are the most common type of storage because they're relatively inexpensive and offer huge capacities. However, they also generate both noise and heat. Solid state drives, also known as SSDs, are many times faster than hard disk drives and have no moving parts to wear out, but typically offer less capacity for the same price.)
- Maximum Read Speed: 11000 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can read information; for example, opening files.)
- Maximum Write Speed: 9500 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can write information; for example, saving files.)
- SSD Endurance: 600 terabytes (The total amount of data that the solid-state drive (SSD) is able to write before it wears out, as specified by the manufacturer. Endurance is limited because the flash on a SSD has a finite number of cycles that it can complete.)
- Heatsink: false (Dissipates heat during intense operation for sustained peak performance.)
- Compatibility
- Internal Or External: Internal
- Product Compatibility: Laptop computers, Desktop computers
- Form Factor: M.2 2280
- Interface(s): PCIe Gen 5 x4 (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- Operating System Compatibility: Windows, Linux
- Bare Drive: Yes (Drive is sold without any pre-installed software.)
- Features
- Security Features: None
- Data Encryption: false
- Usage: Gaming, Everyday computing, Backup, Low power storage, Performance computing
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 0.09 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 0.86 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 0.23 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 5-year limited warranty
- Warranty - Labor: None
- Other
- UPC: 649528946393
The Crucial P510 offers powerfully fast Gen5 read/write speeds of 11,000/9,500MB/s, reducing load times while enhancing overall system responsiveness. Built for both laptops and desktops with an easy-to-install single-sided design and power-efficient architecture, the P510 offers lower energy consumption and is designed to support battery life. Backed by Micron’s 45-year reputation for quality and reliability, the Crucial P510 delivers top-tier performance that can boost everything from your workflow to your next game.
- Get ready for serious speed: Powerfully fast Gen5 NVMe SSD performance means significantly reduced load times for applications and games. With read/write speeds up to 11,000/9,500MB/s, the Crucial P510 SSD can enhance overall system responsiveness, allowing users to maximize productivity and enjoy smoother, more immersive experiences.
- Broad Gen5 compatibility: The Crucial P510 SSD’s single-sided design ensures easy installation in Gen5 laptops and desktops, providing flexibility for various configurations. Its power-efficient architecture runs cooler and consumes almost 25% less power than the previous Crucial Gen5 SSD to support longer battery life.
- Performance you can afford: The Crucial P510 SSD offers an exceptional balance of performance and price, making it an ideal choice for the savvy buyer seeking superior functionality. Don't compromise on quality or performance, and gain access to high-speed capabilities at a reasonable cost.
- Micron quality and reliability: With a 45-year reputation for quality and reliability, Micron has established itself as a trusted leader in the memory and storage industry. Enjoy Micron quality and top-tier performance with the high-speed P510 SSD.
Disclaimers
- Typical I/O performance numbers as measured using CrystalDiskMark® with command queue full and write cache enabled. Fresh out-of-box (FOB) state is assumed. For performance measurement purposes, the SSD may be restored to FOB state using the secure erase command. System variations will affect measured results.
- Some of the storage capacity is used for formatting and other purposes and is not available for data storage. 1GB equals 1 billion bytes.
- Micron reserves the right to transition between NAND series during future production cycles.
- Warranty valid for five years from the original date of purchase or before writing the maximum total bytes written (TBW) as published in the product datasheet and as measured in the product’s SMART data, whichever comes first.
- Power-to-performance comparison measured between Crucial T705 Plus and P510 PCIe® 5.0 NVMe SSDs. Your performance may vary.
- Comparison based on Gen5 NVMe SSD speeds of 11,000MB/s and Gen4 speeds of 7,000MB/s. Your performance may vary.
Q: What kind of performance can I expect from the Crucial P510?
A: The Crucial P510 offers read/write speeds of up to 11,000/9,500MB/s, which significantly reduces load times and enhances system responsiveness.
Q: How does the P510 affect battery life?
A: The P510 is designed with a power-efficient architecture that consumes less power than the previous generation Crucial Gen5 SSD, helping to support longer battery life.
Q: What is the storage capacity of this SSD?
A: The storage capacity of the Crucial P510 SSD is 1000 gigabytes or 1TB.
Q: Is this SSD compatible with laptops?
A: Yes, the Crucial P510 is compatible with both laptops and desktops due to its single-sided design.
Q: What is the warranty period for this SSD?
A: The Crucial P510 comes with a 5-year limited warranty for parts.
Q: What is the form factor of the Crucial P510 SSD?
A: The Crucial P510 SSD has an M.2 2280 form factor.
Q: Does the Crucial P510 SSD come with a heatsink?
A: No, the Crucial P510 SSD does not include a heatsink.
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| There were no pros for this product— | Speed, Performance, Storage, Price, Ease of use | There were no pros for this product— | Speed, Storage, Performance, Price, Installation |
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Crucial P510 Gen 5: No Speed Limit
I recently upgraded to the Crucial P510 1TB SSD because I wanted faster speeds for gaming, file transfers, and overall system performance. It uses the newer PCIe Gen 5 technology. After using it for about a week, I’ve had a chance to see how well it performs—and it didn’t disappoint. *Design and Build* The Crucial P510 is a standard M.2 2280 size, so it fits into desktops and laptops that support M.2 drives. For me, I've installed it into a full size gaming desktop. It doesn’t come with a heatsink, but I didn’t have any issues with overheating. I use my desktop system for work/productivity, gaming, and casual web browsing. It’s built as a single-sided drive, which helps keep it cooler and makes it easier to install in tight spots or smaller motherboards. *Specs and Features* The Crucial P510 is a 1TB M.2 2280 NVMe SSD that uses a PCIe Gen 5 x4 interface, which offers extremely fast connection speeds. It’s capable of reaching up to 11,000 MB/s read and 9,500 MB/s write speeds, making it one of the faster SSDs available in its class. It doesn’t include a DRAM cache, it relies on Host Memory Buffer (HMB) technology instead, which uses a small portion of your computer's RAM. The drive is rated for 600 terabytes written over its lifespan and comes with a 5 year warranty. One more thing to keep in mind is that the P510 doesn’t support hardware encryption, which may be a downside for users who need data security. *Performance* In everyday use, this SSD feels super quick. My PC boots up almost instantly, games load much faster, and moving big files takes just seconds. Even without a heatsink, the drive stayed fairly cool during use. *Testing* Speed Test (CrystalDiskMark): I got around 10,700 MB/s read and 9,100 MB/s write speeds on my Gen 5 system. File Transfers: Moving a 100GB folder took just over 10 seconds, much fast than my previous drives. Heat Levels: The drive got up to about 62 degrees celsius under heavy use. Everything ran smooth, even when I pushed the drive pretty hard. *Closing Thoughts* The Crucial P510 is one of the best Gen 5 SSDs you can get right now, and it delivers incredible speed. It doesn’t have fancy extras like hardware encryption or a DRAM chip, but for most people, especially gamers and everyday PC users, it’s more than enough. Just make sure your motherboard supports PCIe Gen 5, or else you won’t see the full speed. *Pros and Cons* Pros: Super fast read and write speeds Handles heat well, even without a heatsink Drive will last (600TB) 5-year warranty Reputable Brand Cons: No DRAM cache No hardware encryption *Would I Recommend It?* I would definitely recommend this drive if you're upgrading from an older SSD, need a little more space for gaming/productivity. The Crucial P510 is fast, dependable, and a good way to try out Gen 5 speeds without spending a ton. If your computer supports it, you’ll really notice the difference.
Posted by NanoEthan
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
S-Tier Drive
PROS: - I trust the crucial brand. Tried a lot of their products and they’ve always done well and compare nicely to the best of the best from the competition, usually for less. - Got around advertised speeds of 11 read and 9.5 write. Which are screaming fast. Transferring files will be limited to the lowest device (for example Gen 4 to Gen 5 in this case will limit speeds to Gen 4). - Did not produce a lot of heat. Temps were solid in my testing. But still recommend getting a heatsink for it just to help with overall longevity. But it is not needed. - Energy usage is great. Which probably helps keep temps low. - 5-year warranty. MEH: - 600 TB lifespan is average - Only available in 2280 design. No shorter options for those with handhelds (though I don’t think those support Gen 5 speeds yet). - Max of 2 TB size. CONS: - Lacks built-in DRAM cache - No hardware encryption * I’ve seen with a lot of new gen motherboards and Gen5 drives that this can take up space on your PCIe lane if you have too many SSD’s installed and/or based on slot you choose to use. Which may or may not slow down your graphics card if using in a standard PC. For most people I don’t think that is going to be a big problem as there is room to spare but worth knowing and researching before investing. * A lot of games and software has not evolved to fully maximizing the full speeds of this type of drive. Leaving a lot of performance on the table. The difference between a Gen 4 and Gen 5 SSD in most scenarios will not be noticeable. Most noticeable will be in downloading content if you have a super fast internet connection and the site allows it, or transferring files from a Gen 5 to a Gen 5. Not saying Gen 4 to Gen 5 will be slow. Just slower. * For fun I also tried it on a gen 4 only motherboard. The speeds were limited to the speed of that motherboard and slot. In this case (due to my laptop not the drive) it got a pathetic score of 3500 read/write. Which were dramatically under the rated speeds this drive is capable of compared to my gen 5 system. Therefore, check your computer first to ensure it will get you the full speeds. Otherwise, you’re wasting money. As this won’t all the sudden cause an increase in performance if the other components in your PC aren’t capable of more.
Posted by SirGalahad
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A Mainstream Gen 5 NVME Hard Drive
The Crucial P510 Gen 5 NVME is great. The installation was easy. The speeds were impressive. I cannot think of a single negative about this drive. This drive is very easy to recommend for anyone seeking a Gen 5 drive and, at this price and with backwards compatibility, individuals with Gen 4 NVME motherboards should still give this drive a look. I have been very impressed and plan on picking up a few more P510 drives in the future. Installation: Installation of NVME drives depends a lot on the motherboard or computer manufacturer, but I found installation to be straight forward and simple. Once installed, my AMD Ryzen build recognized the hard drive instantly. After mounting the drive in Windows, I was good to go. Individuals should know that there is no mounting screw. I think most people expect mounting screws for NVME drives to be supplied by the laptop / motherboard manufacturer. But I remember a few years ago everyone expected mounting screws to come with the drives for some reason. So, if anyone is wondering, yeah, no mounting screw. Not a problem, just pointing that out in case anyone is wondering. Users should know there is a difference between NVME Gen 5, NVME Gen 4, and PCIe 5. You will need a motherboard that supports NVME Gen 5 to get the highest speeds from the drive. Experience: My benchmarks showed a Gen 5 drive that got speeds near Crucial’s advertised specs. I had no errors while using the drive. Everything worked as expected with no problems. That is truly all I could want in a drive. I did not notice heat problems, but, NVME drives can run hot and a lot about the temps will depend on your own machine’s passive and active cooling measures. I truly cannot think of a negative to this drive. I had no problems. There are faster Gen 5 drives, but those often come with heat dissipation issues and a higher price point. With the P510 you get a drive that has good speeds with manageable temps for laptop and gaming desktop users. Conclusion: I guess buyers should know there are faster drives, but the speeds of the P510 are good. I had no difficulties during my testing. I really like this drive and look forward to picking a few more up in the next few weeks. 4.5/5 Recommended
Posted by RedScorpion