500GB 2.5-inch SATA internal SSD
Crucial BX500 500GB SATA SSD – CT500BX500SSD1
The Crucial BX500 CT500BX500SSD1 is a 500GB 2.5-inch SATA 6Gb/s internal SSD rated up to 550MB/s read and 500MB/s write, with 120TBW endurance and a three-year limited warranty.
- Capacity
- 500GB
- Read / write
- 550 / 500MB/s
- Form factor
- 2.5-inch 7mm
- Endurance
- 120TBW
A straightforward SATA upgrade for compatible computers
The Crucial BX500 500GB CT500BX500SSD1 replaces a compatible 2.5-inch hard drive or SATA SSD with flash-based storage for faster start-up, application loading and file access. Its standard SATA form factor suits systems that provide the required 2.5-inch bay, SATA data connection and power connection.
SATA SSD performance
Sequential performance up to 550MB/s read and 500MB/s write can improve responsiveness over a compatible mechanical hard drive.
500GB rated capacity
The selected capacity provides space for an operating system, applications and everyday files.
Standard 2.5-inch fit
The 7mm 2.5-inch enclosure is designed for compatible laptop and desktop SATA bays.
No moving parts
Solid-state storage avoids the moving mechanical components used by traditional hard drives.
RAIN data protection
Redundant Array of Independent NAND provides parity protection at component level.
Three-year support
The drive is backed by Crucial's three-year limited SSD warranty, subject to its terms and endurance limit.
Who is the Crucial BX500 500GB best for?
A strong choice for
- Replacing a compatible 2.5-inch hard drive
- Everyday laptop and desktop upgrades
- Operating-system and application storage
- Budget-conscious SATA builds
- Users who do not have an NVMe-compatible slot
Consider another model if you need
- Your computer only accepts M.2 storage
- You need PCIe NVMe performance
- You require more than 500GB rated capacity
- Your system lacks a compatible SATA bay and connections
Key specifications
- Model
- CT500BX500SSD1
- Capacity
- 500GB
- Interface
- SATA 6Gb/s
- Form factor
- 2.5-inch, 7mm
- Sequential read
- Up to 550MB/s
- Sequential write
- Up to 500MB/s
- Endurance
- 120TBW
- NAND feature
- RAIN parity protection
- Dimensions
- 100.3 × 69.85 × 7 mm
- Weight
- Approximately 70 g
- Warranty
- 3-year limited
Full technical specifications
Storage and performance
| Model | CT500BX500SSD1 |
|---|---|
| Product family | Crucial BX500 |
| Capacity | 500GB |
| Drive type | Internal solid state drive |
| Interface | SATA 6Gb/s |
| Sequential read | Up to 550MB/s |
| Sequential write | Up to 500MB/s |
| Endurance | 120TBW |
| NAND protection | Redundant Array of Independent NAND (RAIN) |
| Moving parts | None |
Physical and installation
| Form factor | 2.5-inch |
|---|---|
| Drive height | 7 mm |
| Length | 100.3 mm |
| Width | 69.85 mm |
| Height | 7 mm |
| Weight | Approximately 70 g |
| Host requirement | Compatible 2.5-inch SATA bay |
| Data connection | SATA |
| Power connection | SATA power |
| NVMe interface | Not supported |
Support and conditions
| Warranty | 3-year limited warranty |
|---|---|
| Warranty limit | Warranty term or published TBW limit, whichever occurs first |
| Performance condition | System configuration and workload affect results |
| Capacity note | Usable capacity is lower after formatting and other functions |
| Installation software | Acronis True Image for Crucial is available from Crucial |
| Management software | Crucial Storage Executive support is listed |
| Compatibility check | Confirm system bay, SATA interface and physical clearance before purchase |
Frequently asked questions about the Crucial BX500 500GB
What is the CT500BX500SSD1?
The CT500BX500SSD1 is Crucial's 500GB BX500 2.5-inch SATA internal SSD.
What capacity does the CT500BX500SSD1 provide?
It provides 500GB rated capacity, with lower usable capacity after formatting.
What read speed does the CT500BX500SSD1 support?
It is rated for sequential reads up to 550MB/s.
What write speed does the CT500BX500SSD1 support?
It is rated for sequential writes up to 500MB/s.
Which interface does the CT500BX500SSD1 use?
It uses SATA 6Gb/s and is not an NVMe drive.
What form factor is the CT500BX500SSD1?
It is a 2.5-inch drive with a 7mm height.
What endurance is specified for the CT500BX500SSD1?
The drive is rated at 120TBW.
Can the CT500BX500SSD1 replace any hard drive?
Only when the host provides a compatible 2.5-inch SATA bay, data connection, power connection and sufficient clearance.
Does the CT500BX500SSD1 have moving parts?
No. It is a solid state drive and has no mechanical platters or read/write head.
What warranty applies to the CT500BX500SSD1?
Crucial specifies a three-year limited warranty, subject to the warranty terms and endurance limit.
- Confirm the computer accepts a 2.5-inch 7mm SATA drive before purchase.
- This is a SATA SSD, not an M.2 NVMe SSD.
- Maximum performance varies with system configuration and workload.
- Warranty coverage is subject to Crucial's terms and the published endurance limit.
