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Rectangular 2.5 inch internal SSD with black metal casing and SATA connectors

Crucial

Crucial BX500 CT1000BX500SSD1 1TB SATA 2.5" internal SSD

SKU CH-YTYQ-B7MVS MPN CT1000BX500SSD1

A 1 TB SATA 2.5-inch internal SSD using 3D NAND with sequential reads up to 540 MB/s and writes up to 500 MB/s

  • Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Used ForConsumer
  • Form Factor2.5"
  • Capacity1TB
  • Memory Components3D NAND
  • InterfaceSATA III

Options 1TB

Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

  • Boots and loads files faster with sequential reads up to 540 MB/s
  • Writes large files quickly at up to 500 MB/s sequential speed
  • Runs 45 times more energy efficient than a typical hard drive
  • Micron 3D NAND technology backed by 40 years of memory expertise
  • Designed for long-term reliability with 1.5 million hours MTTF

1TB SATA SSD for everyday systems

The Crucial BX500 CT1000BX500SSD1 is a 2.5-inch internal solid-state drive built with Micron 3D NAND. It connects over a SATA III interface and offers 1TB of storage capacity. The drive is designed for consumer laptops and desktops that need a straightforward upgrade from a mechanical hard disk.

Thermals noise and power in normal use

With no moving parts the BX500 runs silently and produces minimal heat within its 0°C to 70°C operating range. It is rated as 45x more energy efficient than a typical hard drive which helps extend battery life on portable systems. The 7.00mm height fits standard 2.5-inch drive bays without adapters.

Behaviour under sustained load

Sequential reads reach up to 540 MBps and writes up to 500 MBps across the SATA link. The drive has no DRAM cache so performance relies on the 3D NAND array and controller firmware during long transfers. A 1.5M hour MTTF rating reflects the expected endurance for typical consumer workloads.

Highlights

  • Boots and loads files faster with sequential reads up to 540 MB/s
  • Writes large files quickly at up to 500 MB/s sequential speed
  • Runs 45 times more energy efficient than a typical hard drive
  • Micron 3D NAND technology backed by 40 years of memory expertise
  • Designed for long-term reliability with 1.5 million hours MTTF

Specifications

BrandCrucial
SeriesBX500
ModelCT1000BX500SSD1
Part NumberCT1000BX500SSD1
Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Used ForConsumer
Form Factor2.5"
Capacity1TB
Memory Components3D NAND
InterfaceSATA III
ProtocolSATA
Cache0MB
Max Sequential ReadUp to 540 MBps
Max Sequential WriteUp to 500 MBps
MTTF1.5M hours
FeaturesBoot up faster. Load files quicker. Improve overall system responsiveness
300% faster than a typical hard drive
Improves battery life because it's 45x more energy efficient than a typical hard drive
Micron 3D NAND - advancing the world's memory and storage technology for 40 years
Operating Temperature0°C ~ +70°C
Height7.00mm
Package Content2.5-inch 7mm SSD SATA 6Gb/s
Acronis True Image for Crucial cloning software and installation instructions
Shipping weight0.07 kg
Package size132 × 99 × 18 mm

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Questions about this item

How do I install the 2.5-inch 7mm SATA SSD and what step do people often miss?

Mount the drive in a 2.5-inch bay, connect the SATA data and power cables, then run the included Acronis True Image for Crucial cloning software before booting; many forget the cloning step and end up with a blank drive.

What maintenance or replacement will the 3D NAND SATA SSD need over time?

The drive has no user-serviceable parts and no DRAM cache to manage; plan replacement once the 1.5M-hour MTTF rating is approached or if SMART attributes report excessive wear.

What limit appears first during sustained writes on this 1TB SATA drive?

Sequential write speed caps at 500 MBps and the DRAM-less design means performance can drop once the SLC cache fills during large, continuous transfers.

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