2TB PCIe Gen3 NVMe internal solid-state drive
Crucial P3 2TB M.2 2280 – CT2000P3SSD8
The Crucial P3 2TB M.2 2280 CT2000P3SSD8 is an internal SSD rated up to 3,500MB/s sequential read and 3,000MB/s sequential write, with the exact M.2 2280 format and no integrated heatsink configuration shown here.
- Capacity
- 2TB
- Read / write
- 3,500 / 3,000MB/s
- Interface
- PCIe Gen3 NVMe
- Form factor
- M.2 2280
Mainstream Gen3 NVMe capacity for everyday storage
The Crucial P3 2TB CT2000P3SSD8 combines a 2TB capacity with the established PCIe Gen3 NVMe interface for system drives, application storage and game libraries in compatible M.2 2280 systems.
3,500/3,000MB/s profile
This exact capacity is rated up to 3,500MB/s sequential read and 3,000MB/s sequential write.
Capacity-specific random IOPS
The published profile lists up to 650K random-read and 700K random-write IOPS.
440TBW endurance
The selected 2TB model carries a 440TBW total-bytes-written endurance rating.
M.2 2280
The physical M.2 2280 format must match the system's supported slot or bay.
Host-specific cooling
This model has no integrated heatsink, so follow the host manufacturer's thermal and installation requirements.
5-year limited warranty
Crucial backs this model with the stated 5-year limited warranty, subject to its applicable endurance and warranty terms.
Who is the Crucial P3 2TB M.2 2280 best for?
A strong choice for
- Compatible Gen3 NVMe desktop and laptop upgrades
- Everyday system and application storage
- Game libraries
- Photo and document collections
- Users prioritising capacity and Gen3 performance
Consider another model if you need
- Your system lacks an M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe slot
- You require PCIe Gen4 performance
- You need endurance above 440TBW
- Your workflow requires a separately verified hardware-encryption standard
Key specifications
- Model
- CT2000P3SSD8
- Capacity
- 2TB
- Product type
- Internal solid-state drive
- Form factor
- M.2 2280
- Interface
- PCIe 3.0 NVMe, M.2 2280
- Sequential read
- Up to 3,500MB/s
- Sequential write
- Up to 3,000MB/s
- Random read / write
- 650K read / 700K write IOPS
- Endurance
- 440TBW
- Heatsink
- No integrated heatsink
- Reliability
- 1.5 million hours
- Warranty
- 5-year limited warranty
Full technical specifications
Capacity and performance
| Model | CT2000P3SSD8 |
|---|---|
| Product family | Crucial P3 |
| Capacity | 2TB |
| Drive type | Internal solid-state drive |
| Sequential read | Up to 3,500MB/s |
| Sequential write | Up to 3,000MB/s |
| Random read | Up to 650K IOPS |
| Random write | Up to 700K IOPS |
| Endurance | 440TBW |
| Reliability | 1.5 million hours |
Interface, form factor and physical design
| Interface | PCIe 3.0 NVMe, M.2 2280 |
|---|---|
| Form factor | M.2 2280 |
| Heatsink | No integrated heatsink |
| Dimensions | Defined by the stated form factor; no separate exact measurement added |
| Weight | Not specified |
| Host requirement | Compatible M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe system |
| Backward compatibility | Not applicable beyond host PCIe negotiation |
| Operating temperature | Not specified in the supplied exact-model content |
| Cooling requirement | Follow host thermal requirements |
Features, software and support
| NAND | Micron Advanced 3D NAND; source states launch with 176-layer NAND |
|---|---|
| Data-protection features | Dynamic write acceleration and multistep data integrity algorithm |
| TRIM | Not specified in the supplied exact-model content |
| SMART | Not specified in the supplied exact-model content |
| Management software | Crucial Storage Executive |
| Cloning software | Acronis True Image for Crucial |
| Installation resource | Crucial Easy SSD Install Guide |
| Hardware-encryption specification | Not specified |
| Warranty | 5-year limited warranty |
| Warranty limit | 5-year limited warranty or until 440TBW is reached, whichever comes first |
| Performance condition | Results vary by system, cooling, workload and test conditions |
| Capacity note | Usable capacity is lower after formatting and system functions |
Frequently asked questions about the Crucial P3 2TB M.2 2280
What is the CT2000P3SSD8?
The CT2000P3SSD8 is the 2TB Crucial P3 M.2 2280 internal SSD using PCIe 3.0 NVMe, M.2 2280.
What read speed does the CT2000P3SSD8 support?
It is rated up to 3,500MB/s sequential read.
What write speed does the CT2000P3SSD8 support?
It is rated up to 3,000MB/s sequential write.
What interface does the CT2000P3SSD8 use?
It uses PCIe 3.0 NVMe, M.2 2280.
What form factor is the CT2000P3SSD8?
This exact model uses the M.2 2280 form factor.
What endurance applies to the CT2000P3SSD8?
The exact 2TB model is rated at 440TBW.
Does the CT2000P3SSD8 include a heatsink?
No integrated heatsink is specified for this exact SKU; follow the host manufacturer's thermal guidance.
Can the CT2000P3SSD8 fit every system?
No. The host must support M.2 2280 storage and PCIe 3.0 NVMe, M.2 2280; check the system documentation before purchase.
Which software is listed for the CT2000P3SSD8?
Crucial lists Storage Executive, Acronis True Image for Crucial and installation resources.
What warranty applies to the CT2000P3SSD8?
The model carries a 5-year limited warranty subject to Crucial's warranty and endurance conditions.
- Check the system supports M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe storage before purchase.
- No factory heatsink is specified; follow the host manufacturer's thermal guidance.
- Actual performance varies with system, workload and available cooling.
- Usable capacity is lower after formatting.
