Description
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 1 TB |
| Form Factor | 2.5″ × 7 mm |
| Interface | SATA III (6 Gb/s- AHCI) |
| Controller | Silicon Motion SM2259XT (DRAM-less) |
| NAND Flash | Micron 96-layer 3D TLC |
| Read Speed | Up to 540 MB/s |
| Write Speed | Up to 500 MB/s (via SLC cache) |
| SLC Cache | ~48 GB dynamic |
| Endurance (TBW) | 360 TB |
| MTBF | ~1.5 million hours |
| Warranty | 3 Years |
| Power Consumption | ~0.04 W idle / ~1.4 W avg |
| Ideal Use Case | General storage- upgrades- systems lacking NVMe |
| Major Limitation | No DRAM cache; slower sustained writes |
Crucial BX500™ SSD SATA III 2.5″ – 1 TB (Model CT1000BX500SSD1)
Overview
The Crucial BX500 1 TB is a budget‑friendly 2.5‑inch SATA III SSD tailored for users migrating from HDDs or adding affordable storage. It delivers up to 540 MB/s read and 500 MB/s write speeds- significantly boosting boot-up times- application loading- and general system responsiveness.
Key Features
Form Factor & Interface
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Standard 2.5-inch SSD- 7 mm thick- compatible with most laptops and desktops.
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Connects via SATA III (6 Gb/s) in AHCI mode.
Flash & Controller
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Utilizes 96-layer Micron 3D TLC NAND flash with the SM2259XT controller.
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No DRAM cache; instead uses dynamic pseudo‑SLC caching (~48 GB) to maintain sustained write performance.
Performance
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Read speeds up to 540 MB/s
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Write speeds up to 500 MB/s (until cache limit)
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Budget SSD that performs well for everyday tasks- though speeds may drop after extended writes.
Reliability & Warranty
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Endurance rating of 360 TBW- typical for consumer SSDs.
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MTTF (Mean Time To Failure) of ~1.5 million hours.
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Includes a 3‑year limited warranty from Crucial.
Why Choose the BX500 1 TB?
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Excellent value: Offers a full terabyte of SSD storage at competitive prices.
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Fast system responsiveness: Major improvement over HDDs in boot times- app launches- and file transfers.
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Great for older systems: Ideal for laptops or desktops lacking NVMe M.2 support but have 2.5″ SATA bays.
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Efficient and low-power: Uses minimal power (0.04–2.4 W)- improving battery life in laptops.
Limitations to Consider
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DRAM-less architecture means slower write speeds once the pseudo‑SLC cache fills. Not ideal for long sustained transfers.
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SATA speed ceiling (~540 MB/s) limits you compared to modern NVMe SSDs.
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Design intended for light‑to‑moderate consumer storage—less suited to heavy content creation or write-intensive workflows.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use it to replace an HDD?
A: Absolutely—it's a superb upgrade over mechanical drives for faster boot times and general responsiveness.
Q: What about performance under heavy use?
A: Write speeds remain fast until you exceed the 48 GB SLC cache. After that- speed drops and sustained writes slow.
Q: Is 360 TBW sufficient?
A: Yes. This endurance rating accommodates typical daily usage for many years for most users.
Q: Does it support TRIM?
A: Yes- the BX500 fully supports TRIM to maintain performance health over time.