1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe internal solid-state drive
Crucial T500 1TB M.2 2280 SSD – CT1000T500SSD5
The Crucial T500 1TB M.2 2280 SSD CT1000T500SSD5 is rated up to 7,300MB/s sequential read and 6,800MB/s sequential write, with the exact pre-installed factory heatsink configuration identified for this SKU.
- Capacity
- 1TB
- Read / write
- 7,300 / 6,800MB/s
- Interface
- PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe
- Thermal design
- Pre-installed factory heatsink
Gen4 performance with an integrated heatsink
The Crucial T500 1TB CT1000T500SSD5 delivers 7,300/6,800MB/s, 1,150K/1,440K IOPS and 600TBW with a pre-installed heatsink for compatible PCs and PlayStation 5 systems that meet current installation, clearance and software requirements.
7,300/6,800MB/s profile
This exact 1TB capacity is rated up to 7,300MB/s sequential read and 6,800MB/s sequential write.
Capacity-specific random IOPS
The published profile lists up to 1,150K random-read and 1,440K random-write IOPS.
600TBW endurance
The selected 1TB model carries a 600TBW total-bytes-written endurance rating.
M.2 2280
The M.2 2280 format and PCIe Gen4 NVMe interface must match the intended host system.
Pre-installed factory heatsink
This exact SKU includes Crucial's factory heatsink; confirm enclosure clearance and maintain suitable airflow.
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 T500 1TB M.2 2280 SSD best for?
A strong choice for
- Compatible PCIe Gen4 gaming desktops
- Motherboards with adequate heatsink clearance
- Compatible PlayStation 5 expansion storage
- PC game libraries
- Users wanting a factory thermal solution
Consider another model if you need
- Your host cannot clear the integrated heatsink
- Your laptop requires a bare M.2 drive
- You require endurance above 600TBW
- Your system lacks M.2 2280 NVMe support
Key specifications
- Model
- CT1000T500SSD5
- Capacity
- 1TB
- Product type
- Internal NVMe SSD
- Form factor
- M.2 2280
- Interface
- PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe
- Sequential read
- Up to 7,300MB/s
- Sequential write
- Up to 6,800MB/s
- Random read / write
- 1,150K read / 1,440K write IOPS
- Endurance
- 600TBW
- Heatsink
- Pre-installed factory heatsink
- Dimensions
- 3.15 × 0.92 × 0.38 in
- Weight
- 1.23 oz
- Warranty
- 5-year limited warranty
Full technical specifications
Capacity and performance
| Model | CT1000T500SSD5 |
|---|---|
| Product family | Crucial T500 |
| Capacity | 1TB |
| Drive type | Internal NVMe solid-state drive |
| Sequential read | Up to 7,300MB/s |
| Sequential write | Up to 6,800MB/s |
| Random read | Up to 1,150K IOPS |
| Random write | Up to 1,440K IOPS |
| Endurance | 600TBW |
| Reliability | Not specified |
Interface, form factor and physical design
| Interface | PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe |
|---|---|
| NVMe version | Not specified |
| Form factor | M.2 2280 |
| Heatsink | Pre-installed factory heatsink |
| Dimensions | 3.15 × 0.92 × 0.38 in |
| Weight | 1.23 oz |
| Host requirement | Compatible M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 NVMe system with heatsink clearance |
| Backward compatibility | Operates in compatible lower-generation PCIe systems at host-limited speed |
| Operating temperature | Not specified |
| Cooling requirement | This exact SKU includes Crucial's factory heatsink; confirm enclosure clearance and maintain suitable airflow. |
Features, software and support
| NAND | TLC NAND |
|---|---|
| Key drive features | Integrated heatsink, Microsoft DirectStorage and PlayStation 5 positioning |
| Microsoft DirectStorage | Supported on a compatible system |
| TRIM | Not specified |
| SMART | Used for warranty endurance measurement |
| Security specification | TCG Opal 2.01 |
| 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 600TBW 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 T500 1TB M.2 2280 SSD
What is the CT1000T500SSD5?
The CT1000T500SSD5 is the 1TB Crucial T500 M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD.
What read speed does the CT1000T500SSD5 support?
It is rated up to 7,300MB/s sequential read.
What write speed does the CT1000T500SSD5 support?
It is rated up to 6,800MB/s sequential write.
What interface does the CT1000T500SSD5 use?
It uses a PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe interface in the M.2 2280 format.
What endurance applies to the CT1000T500SSD5?
The exact 1TB model is rated at 600TBW.
Does the CT1000T500SSD5 include a heatsink?
Yes. This exact SKU includes a pre-installed Crucial heatsink.
Does the CT1000T500SSD5 need cooling?
This exact SKU includes Crucial's factory heatsink; confirm enclosure clearance and maintain suitable airflow.
Can the CT1000T500SSD5 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 CT1000T500SSD5?
The model carries a 5-year limited warranty or until 600TBW is reached, whichever comes first.
- This exact SSD5 SKU includes a factory heatsink.
- PlayStation 5 use requires current system software and correct installation.
- The 1TB profile is 7,300/6,800MB/s, not the 2TB model's values.
- Confirm clearance, airflow and host compatibility before purchase.
