500GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 2280 SSD
Crucial P310 500GB Gen4 NVMe SSD (CT500P310SSD8)
The Crucial P310 500GB is a non-heatsink M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD rated up to 6,600MB/s read, 3,500MB/s write and 110TBW.
- Capacity
- 500GB
- Read / write
- 6,600 / 3,500MB/s
- Form factor
- M.2 2280
- Endurance
- 110TBW
Efficient Gen4 NVMe performance for compatible systems
The Crucial P310 500GB CT500P310SSD8 is designed for compatible laptops and desktops with an M.2 2280 NVMe slot. Its capacity-specific 6,600/3,500MB/s performance, Micron 3D NAND and Gen3 backward compatibility support responsive everyday computing, gaming and application storage.
6,600MB/s sequential read
The exact 500GB non-heatsink model is rated up to 6,600MB/s read.
3,500MB/s sequential write
Its capacity-specific sequential write rating is 3,500MB/s.
PCIe 4.0 x4 interface
The M.2 2280 design uses a PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe connection in compatible systems.
Micron 3D NAND
Crucial engineers the P310 with Micron Advanced 3D NAND technology.
Gen3 backward compatibility
The drive can operate in compatible Gen3 systems at the performance available from the host.
Five-year manufacturer warranty
Micron lists a five-year warranty for the P310 2280 series.
Who is the Crucial P310 500GB best for?
A strong choice for
- Compatible M.2 2280 laptop upgrades
- Desktop boot and application storage
- Everyday PC gaming libraries
- Students and creators needing responsive local storage
- Users moving from a Gen3 NVMe drive
Consider another model if you need
- You need an integrated heatsink
- Your system lacks an M.2 2280 NVMe slot
- You need more than 500GB
- You require endurance above 110TBW
Key specifications
- Model
- CT500P310SSD8
- Capacity
- 500GB
- Form factor
- M.2 2280
- Interface
- PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe
- Sequential read
- Up to 6,600MB/s
- Sequential write
- Up to 3,500MB/s
- Endurance
- 110TBW
- Reliability
- 1.5 million hours MTTF (supplied)
- Heatsink
- No
- Warranty
- 5 years
Full technical specifications
Capacity, interface and performance
| Model | CT500P310SSD8 |
|---|---|
| Product family | Crucial P310 2280 |
| Capacity | 500GB |
| Product type | Internal NVMe SSD |
| Form factor | M.2 2280 |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe |
| Sequential read | Up to 6,600MB/s |
| Sequential write | Up to 3,500MB/s |
| Endurance | 110TBW |
| Reliability | 1.5 million hours MTTF (supplied exact-model data) |
Technology and compatibility
| NAND | Micron Advanced 3D NAND |
|---|---|
| Heatsink | No |
| Gen3 backward compatibility | Supported on compatible hosts; performance is host-limited |
| Target systems | Compatible laptops, desktops and motherboards |
| Installation size | 80 mm M.2 length |
| Thermal positioning | Non-heatsink model |
| Performance-to-power positioning | Up to 40% better than Crucial's previous Gen4 SSD at series level |
Support and operating notes
| Warranty | 5 years |
|---|---|
| Installation | Requires a compatible M.2 2280 NVMe slot |
| Gen4 performance | Requires a compatible PCIe 4.0 x4 host |
| Gen3 operation | Supported at reduced host-limited performance |
| Capacity note | Usable capacity is lower after formatting and system use |
| Performance condition | Actual results vary by host, software and workload |
| Series comparison note | The 7,100/6,000MB/s figures are series maxima for higher capacities, not this 500GB model |
Frequently asked questions about the Crucial P310 500GB
What is the CT500P310SSD8?
It is the 500GB non-heatsink Crucial P310 M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD.
What read speed does the CT500P310SSD8 support?
The exact 500GB model is rated up to 6,600MB/s sequential read.
What write speed does the CT500P310SSD8 support?
It is rated up to 3,500MB/s sequential write.
Is the CT500P310SSD8 a 7,100MB/s model?
No. 7,100MB/s is the P310 series maximum; the exact 500GB model is listed at 6,600MB/s.
What endurance rating applies to the CT500P310SSD8?
The supplied exact-model specification rates it at 110TBW.
Does the CT500P310SSD8 include a heatsink?
No. This exact SSD8 model is listed without a heatsink.
Can the CT500P310SSD8 work in a Gen3 system?
It can operate in a compatible Gen3 M.2 NVMe slot, but performance is limited by the host.
What form factor is the CT500P310SSD8?
It is an M.2 2280 drive.
Can the CT500P310SSD8 fit any laptop or desktop?
No. Confirm that the system supports an M.2 2280 NVMe SSD before purchase.
What warranty applies to the CT500P310SSD8?
Micron lists a five-year warranty for the Crucial P310 2280 series.
- This exact 500GB model is 6,600/3,500MB/s; 7,100/6,000MB/s are series maxima for higher capacities.
- No heatsink is included with CT500P310SSD8.
- Confirm M.2 2280 NVMe and PCIe-generation compatibility before purchase.
- Actual performance and usable capacity vary by system, workload and formatting.
