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Crucial

Crucial P3 CT1000P3SSD8 1TB internal SSD

SKU CH-HZJJ-XPRYG MPN CT1000P3SSD8

M.2 2280 drive stores 1TB with 3D NAND and reaches 3500 MBps read and 3000 MBps write

  • Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • Used ForConsumer
  • Form FactorM.2 2280
  • Capacity1TB
  • Memory Components3D NAND
  • InterfacePCI-Express 3.0 x4 NVMe

Options 1TB P3

  • Faster boot and load times with sequential reads up to 3500 MBps
  • Responsive multitasking from random reads up to 650000 IOPS
  • Quicker file saves and installs via sequential writes up to 3000 MBps
  • Sustained write performance under heavy workloads with random writes up to 700000 IOPS
  • Compact M.2 2280 form factor fits modern laptops and desktops

Capacity and interface

The Crucial P3 CT1000P3SSD8 is a 1000 GB internal solid state drive built on an M.2 2280 form factor with a PCI-Express 3.0 x4 NVMe connection. It uses Micron Advanced 3D NAND and is intended for consumer workloads such as operating system boot, application loading and general file storage.

Performance gains

Sequential reads reach up to 3500 MBps and writes up to 3000 MBps, while 4 KB random reads hit 650000 IOPS and random writes 700000 IOPS. The manufacturer states the drive performs up to 45% better than the previous generation, delivering solid Gen3 throughput for everyday computing.

Fit and alternatives

This drive suits builders upgrading a laptop or desktop that supports PCIe 3.0 NVMe M.2 slots and who want a balance of capacity and speed at a mainstream tier. Users needing PCIe 4.0 or 5.0 bandwidth, sustained write workloads beyond the rated figures, or enterprise endurance should evaluate higher-tier NVMe options.

Highlights

  • Faster boot and load times with sequential reads up to 3500 MBps
  • Responsive multitasking from random reads up to 650000 IOPS
  • Quicker file saves and installs via sequential writes up to 3000 MBps
  • Sustained write performance under heavy workloads with random writes up to 700000 IOPS
  • Compact M.2 2280 form factor fits modern laptops and desktops

Specifications

BrandCrucial
SeriesP3
ModelCT1000P3SSD8
Device TypeInternal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Used ForConsumer
Form FactorM.2 2280
Capacity1TB
Memory Components3D NAND
InterfacePCI-Express 3.0 x4 NVMe
ProtocolNVMe
Max Sequential ReadUp to 3500 MBps
Max Sequential WriteUp to 3000 MBps
4KB Random ReadUp to 650,000 IOPS
4KB Random WriteUp to 700,000 IOPS
Shipping weight0.25 kg
Package size131 × 102 × 10 mm

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Questions about this item

How long will the 3D NAND flash last before it needs replacement?

The 3D NAND is rated for typical consumer workloads and includes wear-levelling algorithms that spread writes across the whole 1 TB capacity to maximise endurance.

What limits sustained write performance once the drive heats up?

Sequential write speeds reach up to 3000 MBps until the SLC cache fills, after which throughput drops to the native 3D NAND rate.

How much heat and power does the NVMe controller produce during all-day operation?

The PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe controller runs at low power for a Gen3 design, so temperatures stay modest inside a typical laptop or desktop M.2 slot.

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