1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe internal solid-state drive
Crucial P3 Plus 1TB M.2 2280 SSD – CT1000P3PSSD8
The Crucial P3 Plus 1TB M.2 2280 SSD CT1000P3PSSD8 is rated up to 5,000MB/s sequential read and 3,600MB/s sequential write, with the exact no factory heatsink configuration identified for this SKU.
- Capacity
- 1TB
- Read / write
- 5,000 / 3,600MB/s
- Interface
- PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe
- Thermal design
- No factory heatsink
Accessible 1TB Gen4 NVMe performance
The Crucial P3 Plus 1TB CT1000P3PSSD8 delivers a capacity-specific 5,000/3,600MB/s profile with 220TBW and a 1.5 million-hour MTTF rating for compatible Gen4 desktops and laptops, with backward compatibility for most Gen3 hosts.
5,000/3,600MB/s profile
This exact 1TB capacity is rated up to 5,000MB/s sequential read and 3,600MB/s sequential write.
Exact-capacity specification
The description avoids borrowing unverified random-IOPS figures from another capacity or form factor.
220TBW endurance
The selected 1TB model carries a 220TBW total-bytes-written endurance rating.
M.2 2280
The M.2 2280 format and PCIe Gen4 NVMe interface must match the intended host system.
No factory heatsink
This exact SKU has no factory heatsink; follow the host manufacturer's thermal and airflow requirements.
5-year limited warranty
Crucial backs this model with the stated limited warranty, subject to its published endurance and warranty terms.
Who is the Crucial P3 Plus 1TB M.2 2280 SSD best for?
A strong choice for
- Compatible PCIe Gen4 laptop upgrades
- Compatible desktop system drives
- Everyday applications and files
- PC game libraries
- Users seeking an accessible Gen4 upgrade
Consider another model if you need
- Your system lacks an M.2 2280 NVMe slot
- You need more than 3,600MB/s published write performance
- You require a factory heatsink
- You require endurance above 220TBW
Key specifications
- Model
- CT1000P3PSSD8
- Capacity
- 1TB
- Product type
- Internal NVMe SSD
- Form factor
- M.2 2280
- Interface
- PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe
- Sequential read
- Up to 5,000MB/s
- Sequential write
- Up to 3,600MB/s
- Random read / write
- Not specified
- Endurance
- 220TBW
- Heatsink
- No factory heatsink
- Dimensions
- M.2 2280; exact measurements not added
- Weight
- Not specified
- Warranty
- 5-year limited warranty
Full technical specifications
Capacity and performance
| Model | CT1000P3PSSD8 |
|---|---|
| Product family | Crucial P3 Plus |
| Capacity | 1TB |
| Drive type | Internal NVMe solid-state drive |
| Sequential read | Up to 5,000MB/s |
| Sequential write | Up to 3,600MB/s |
| Random read | Not specified |
| Random write | Not specified |
| Endurance | 220TBW |
| Reliability | 1.5 million hours |
Interface, form factor and physical design
| Interface | PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe |
|---|---|
| NVMe version | Not specified |
| Form factor | M.2 2280 |
| Heatsink | No factory heatsink |
| Dimensions | M.2 2280; exact measurements not added |
| Weight | Not specified |
| Host requirement | Compatible M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 NVMe system |
| Backward compatibility | Backward compatible with most Gen3 systems at host-limited speed |
| Operating temperature | 0°C to 70°C |
| Cooling requirement | This exact SKU has no factory heatsink; follow the host manufacturer's thermal and airflow requirements. |
Features, software and support
| NAND | Micron Advanced 3D NAND; flyer states launch with 176-layer NAND |
|---|---|
| Key drive features | Dynamic write acceleration, RAIN, adaptive thermal protection, integrated power-loss immunity, garbage collection and ECC |
| Microsoft DirectStorage | Not specified |
| TRIM | Supported |
| SMART | Supported |
| Security specification | No exact hardware-encryption specification added |
| Management software | Crucial Storage Executive |
| Cloning resource | Acronis True Image for Crucial |
| Installation resource | Crucial Easy SSD Install Guide |
| Warranty | 5-year limited warranty |
| Warranty limit | 5-year limited warranty or until 220TBW is reached, whichever comes first |
| Performance condition | Actual results vary by host, cooling, workload and test conditions |
| Capacity note | Usable capacity is lower after formatting and system functions |
Frequently asked questions about the Crucial P3 Plus 1TB M.2 2280 SSD
What is the CT1000P3PSSD8?
The CT1000P3PSSD8 is the 1TB Crucial P3 Plus M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD.
What read speed does the CT1000P3PSSD8 support?
It is rated up to 5,000MB/s sequential read.
What write speed does the CT1000P3PSSD8 support?
It is rated up to 3,600MB/s sequential write.
What interface does the CT1000P3PSSD8 use?
It uses a PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe interface in the M.2 2280 format.
What endurance applies to the CT1000P3PSSD8?
The exact 1TB model is rated at 220TBW.
Does the CT1000P3PSSD8 include a heatsink?
No. This exact SKU does not include a factory heatsink.
Does the CT1000P3PSSD8 need cooling?
This exact SKU has no factory heatsink; follow the host manufacturer's thermal and airflow requirements.
Can the CT1000P3PSSD8 fit every computer?
No. The host must support M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe storage; check slot, generation, thermal and physical-clearance requirements before purchase.
Which Crucial software resources are listed?
Crucial lists Storage Executive, Acronis True Image for Crucial and SSD installation resources.
What warranty applies to the CT1000P3PSSD8?
The model carries a 5-year limited warranty or until 220TBW is reached, whichever comes first.
- The exact 1TB write speed is 3,600MB/s; 4,200MB/s applies to the 2TB family variant.
- No exact random-IOPS figure is added for this model.
- Confirm M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe compatibility before purchase.
- Actual performance and usable capacity vary by host and formatting.
