Crucial T500 1TB Gen4 NVMe SSD with Heatsink
Crucial T500 1TB Gen4 NVMe SSD with Heatsink
SKU:HBC-T500-1TBH-P
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Product Information
| Brand | Micron (Crucial)-P |
|---|---|
| Category | Hard Disk Drives - SSD |
| SKU | HBC-T500-1TBH-P |
| Availability | In Stock |
Overview
- The Crucial T500 is a high-performance PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD that combines speed with intelligent thermal management. With sequential read speeds reaching 7300 MB/s, it significantly accelerates system responsiveness, application loading, and file transfers compared to SATA alternatives.
The integrated heatsink ensures consistent performance by dissipating heat quietly and efficiently, making it ideal for both gaming and professional workflows. DirectStorage support enables faster game asset streaming on compatible systems, reducing load times and improving overall gameplay experience.
Built on proven Micron technology, the T500 delivers 600TB of endurance and is backed by a comprehensive 5-year limited warranty. Whether upgrading a gaming console, building a creative workstation, or enhancing a business system, the T500 provides the speed and reliability that modern computing demands.
Specifications
| Brand | Crucial |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Micron |
| Model | T500 |
| Capacity | 1TB |
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 |
| Interface | NVMe (PCIe Gen 4 x4) |
| Sequential Read Speed | 7300 MB/s |
| Sequential Write Speed | 6800 MB/s |
| Total Bytes Written (TBW) | 600TB |
| Warranty | Limited 5-year |
| Features | Integrated heatsink, DirectStorage support |
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FAQs
Is the Crucial T500 compatible with my gaming console?
The Crucial T500 is designed for M.2 NVMe slots in PCs and compatible gaming systems. Check your device specifications to confirm M.2 2280 slot compatibility before purchasing.
What is the advantage of the integrated heatsink?
The heatsink helps dissipate heat efficiently during sustained high-speed operations, maintaining consistent performance and reducing thermal throttling during demanding tasks like gaming or video rendering.
Does DirectStorage make a noticeable difference in gaming?
DirectStorage allows games to load assets directly from the SSD to graphics memory, reducing CPU overhead and loading times on compatible systems. Compatibility depends on your OS and game support.
How long will the Crucial T500 last?
With 600TB of total bytes written endurance and a mean time to failure of 1.5 million hours, the T500 is built for long-term reliability. Most users will not reach the endurance limit during typical usage.
Can I use the T500 as an external drive?
The T500 is an internal M.2 NVMe SSD. It is not designed for external use without an external enclosure adapter purchased separately.
What warranty coverage does the T500 include?
The Crucial T500 includes a limited 5-year warranty covering manufacturing defects and hardware failures, with support available through Crucial's customer service.
