Crucial P3 Plus 500GB PCIe Gen4 3D NAND NVMe M.2 SSD, up to 5000MB/s – CT500P3PSSD8
Specifications
Model: CT500P3PSSD8
Capacity: 500 GB
Type: SSD
Interface: M.2 PCIe 4.0 X4
Form Factor: M.2-2280
Cache: Not Available
NVME: Yes
V-NAND: No
Price Per GB: 0.0814
Pros
- High speed of up to 5000MB/s for large file transfers
- Random read/write IOPS of 350K/460K enhances multitasking
- Backward compatibility with PCIe Gen3
- Long lifespan with MTTF of over 1.5 million hours
- Supports large capacity options ranging up to 4TB
Cons
- 500GB may be insufficient for users with extensive storage needs
- Performance benefits are only realized in Gen4 compatible motherboards
- Cooling requirements may increase as speeds boost performance
- Potentially less cost-effective at higher capacities compared to other brands
Overview
The Crucial P3 Plus 500GB NVMe SSD is a cutting-edge storage solution designed for high-performance computing. Utilizing PCIe Gen4 technology, it delivers impressive sequential read speeds of up to 5000MB/s and robust random read/write capabilities of 350K/460K IOPS, significantly outperforming previous Gen3 models. With a form factor of M.2 2280, this SSD is compatible with a variety of systems including PCs and Macs, making it a versatile option for users looking to enhance their storage performance. It features 3D NAND architecture for improved efficiency and endurance, boasting a mean time to failure (MTTF) of over 1.5 million hours. This SSD is ideal for gamers, content creators, and multitaskers seeking rapid file transfers and application loading times, while also supporting larger storage options up to 4TB for those requiring more space.
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