500GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD
Crucial T500 500GB Gen4 NVMe SSD (CT500T500SSD8)
The Crucial T500 500GB is a non-heatsink M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD rated up to 7,200MB/s read, 5,700MB/s write, 800K/1,390K random IOPS and 300TBW.
- Capacity
- 500GB
- Read / write
- 7,200 / 5,700MB/s
- Random IOPS
- 800K / 1,390K
- Endurance
- 300TBW
High-performance Gen4 storage for compatible PCs
The Crucial T500 500GB CT500T500SSD8 is designed for compatible desktops and laptops that can use an M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 NVMe drive. TLC NAND, Microsoft DirectStorage support and TCG Opal 2.01 complement its exact 500GB performance profile for gaming, content work and fast system storage.
7,200MB/s sequential read
The exact 500GB T500 model is rated up to 7,200MB/s read.
5,700MB/s sequential write
Its capacity-specific write rating is 5,700MB/s rather than the higher figures of larger variants.
Strong random performance
Crucial publishes up to 800K random read and 1,390K random write IOPS for this model.
TLC NAND design
The T500 uses TLC NAND and an M.2 2280 form factor for compatible high-performance systems.
Microsoft DirectStorage
The drive is enabled for Microsoft DirectStorage on systems that support the feature.
Five-year / 300TBW cover
The limited warranty runs for five years or until 300TBW is reached, whichever comes first.
Who is the Crucial T500 500GB best for?
A strong choice for
- Compatible Gen4 laptop and desktop upgrades
- Fast boot and application drives
- PC gaming storage
- Video editing and 3D project files
- Users who prefer a non-heatsink M.2 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
- Your workload requires endurance above 300TBW
Key specifications
- Model
- CT500T500SSD8
- Capacity
- 500GB
- Form factor
- M.2 2280
- Interface
- PCIe 4.0 NVMe
- Sequential read
- Up to 7,200MB/s
- Sequential write
- Up to 5,700MB/s
- Random read / write
- 800K / 1,390K IOPS
- Endurance
- 300TBW
- Heatsink
- No
- Security
- TCG Opal 2.01
- Warranty
- 5 years or maximum TBW, whichever occurs first
Full technical specifications
Capacity, interface and performance
| Model | CT500T500SSD8 |
|---|---|
| Product family | Crucial T500 |
| Capacity | 500GB |
| Product type | Internal NVMe SSD |
| Form factor | M.2 2280 |
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 NVMe |
| Sequential read | Up to 7,200MB/s |
| Sequential write | Up to 5,700MB/s |
| Random read | Up to 800K IOPS |
| Random write | Up to 1,390K IOPS |
| Endurance | 300TBW |
Technology and physical
| NAND | TLC NAND |
|---|---|
| Microsoft DirectStorage | Enabled |
| Security standard | TCG Opal 2.01 |
| Heatsink | No |
| Length | 3.15 in |
| Width | 0.86 in |
| Height | 0.09 in |
| Published weight | 0.86 oz |
Software and support
| Cloning software | Acronis True Image for Crucial |
|---|---|
| Installation resources | Crucial tutorials, guides and videos |
| Performance test context | Typical CrystalDiskMark results; system variations apply |
| Warranty | Limited 5-year warranty |
| Warranty limit | Five years or 300TBW, whichever occurs first |
| Capacity note | Usable capacity is lower after formatting and system use |
Frequently asked questions about the Crucial T500 500GB
What is the CT500T500SSD8?
It is the 500GB non-heatsink Crucial T500 M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD.
What read speed does the CT500T500SSD8 support?
The exact 500GB model is rated up to 7,200MB/s sequential read.
What write speed does the CT500T500SSD8 support?
It is rated up to 5,700MB/s sequential write.
What random performance does the CT500T500SSD8 support?
Crucial publishes up to 800K random read and 1,390K random write IOPS.
Does the CT500T500SSD8 include a heatsink?
No. This SSD8 part number is the non-heatsink 500GB model.
What endurance rating applies to the CT500T500SSD8?
Crucial rates it at 300TBW.
Does the CT500T500SSD8 support Microsoft DirectStorage?
Yes. Crucial lists Microsoft DirectStorage enablement.
Which security standard is listed for the CT500T500SSD8?
Crucial lists TCG Opal 2.01.
Can the CT500T500SSD8 fit any computer?
No. The computer must support an M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe drive; confirm compatibility before purchase.
What warranty applies to the CT500T500SSD8?
The limited warranty runs for five years or until 300TBW is reached, whichever occurs first.
- This exact CT500T500SSD8 model does not include a heatsink.
- Confirm the system supports an M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD.
- The 500GB model has different performance and endurance values from 1TB, 2TB and 4TB variants.
- Actual performance and usable capacity vary by system, workload and formatting.
