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Crucial P3 Plus PCIe Gen4 NVMe 500GB SSD, Up to 5,000MB/s Read, Laptop & Desktop (PC) Compatible, Solid State Drive – CT500P3PSSD8


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About this item

  • Fast Everyday Performance: Delivers up to 5,000MB/s for quicker bootups, app launches, and file transfers
  • Spacious 500GB Capacity: Provides space for essential apps, documents, and media with efficient Gen4 NVMe performance for home users
  • Broad Compatibility: Works with PCIe Gen3-enabled desktops and laptops and is backward compatible for easy system upgrades at home
  • Proven Durability: Built with Micron 3D NAND and rated for over 1.5 million hours MTTF for long-lasting durability
  • Trusted Micron Quality: Backed by one of the world’s leading flash storage manufacturers for dependable home user performance
  • Acronis True Image and Adobe Software Bundle Included: Comes with Acronis cloning software for easy data recovery and transfers, plus a one-month Adobe Creative Cloud All-Apps subscription for creative photo, video, 3D projects and more

Product Description

Upgrade your system with the Crucial P3 Plus 500GB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD—designed for home users who want faster bootups, quicker file access, and smooth everyday computing. With sequential read speeds up to 5,000MB/s and write speeds up to 4,200MB/s, the P3 Plus enables responsive multitasking across apps, documents, and media. Its 500GB of Gen4 NVMe storage provides ample space for essential files and programs. Built with Micron’s reliable 3D NAND and rated for over 1.5 million hours MTTF, it delivers durable performance in a M.2 form factor. Compatible with PCIe Gen4 desktops and laptops, and easy to install, the P3 Plus makes upgrades simple. Backed by one of the world’s leading flash storage manufacturers, Crucial delivers trusted value for everyday use.

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P3 Plus Internal SSD
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P3 Plus Internal SSD
P3 Plus Internal SSD

Spacious storage

· Generous space of up to 4TB (2)

· Gen4 storage for loads of apps, programs, files, docs, photos, videos, and games

P3 Plus Internal SSD

Trusted technology

· Built with high-quality Micron Advanced 3D NAND

· One of the world’s largest manufacturers of flash memory

P3 Plus Internal SSD

Solid security

· SSD management software for performance optimization

· Firmware updates for security and peace of mind

P3 Plus Internal SSD

Compatible speed

· Impressive read/write speeds up to 5,000/4,200MB/s (1)

· Flexible backward compatibility for most Gen3 systems

1. Typical I/O performance numbers as measured using CrystalDiskMark with command queue full and write cache enabled. Fresh out-of-box (FOB) state is assumed. For performance measurement purposes, the SSD may be restored to FOB state using the secure erase command. System variations will affect measured results.

2. Some of the storage capacity is used for formatting and other purposes and is not available for data storage. 1GB equals 1 billion bytes.

3. Speed comparison are between Crucial P3 Plus published top speeds of 5000MB/s and the fastest published Gen3 speeds for NVMe SSDs, at 3500MB/s.

6. SSD speed comparison between Crucial P3 Plus NVMe SSD top read speeds of 5000MB/s and Crucial MX500 SATA SSD read speeds of 560MB/s.


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  • P3 Plus PCIe 4.0 3D NAND NVMe M.2 SSD
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    Customer reviews

    4.8 out of 5 stars
    24,306 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers find the SSD performs well, particularly with PS5, and appreciate its fast read/write speeds and good value for 4TB capacity. The drive is easy to install, with one customer noting it fits into the second M.2 NVME drive slot smoothly. While some customers report it works well with Raspberry Pi's, others mention it's not recognized by their PCs. Durability experiences are mixed, with some saying it held up great while others report it failed within 90 days.
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    584 customers mention reliability, 470 positive, 114 negative
    Customers report positive experiences with the SSD's reliability, noting that it performs well and has no issues, particularly when used with PS5 consoles.
    ...No issues whatsoever. Works great. Fast speeds as you can see in the screenshot. Just as good as a Samsung drive for a little cheaper cost....Read more
    Very fast and reliable (so far). Used as an external drive in an enclosure to clone 73GB of data on an Aspire TC-866 Desktop running Windows 10....Read more
    It works well tbh haven’t test it a lot but I have a complain and is that the package was open not only the cover from Amazon but also the Box of...Read more
    ...Even on the USB-C SSD enclosure! No issues! When my pc could recognize the cloned drive, I then went to install it. No problems whatsoever....Read more
    460 customers mention speed, 368 positive, 92 negative
    Customers praise the SSD's speed, noting its very fast read/write performance.
    ...It's fast (although I'm not talking fastest of the breed nor was I looking for that) and no out of box issues. I'm talking about the hardware itself....Read more
    Very fast and reliable (so far). Used as an external drive in an enclosure to clone 73GB of data on an Aspire TC-866 Desktop running Windows 10....Read more
    ...I installed it in my laptop and so far it doesn't need a heat sink. Super fast especially compared to the micro sd cards I've been using.Read more
    ...Launching Steam is SLOW. Booting into Windows? SLOW compared to my other SSDs. Do not get fooled by 1 time benchmarks....Read more
    360 customers mention value for money, 344 positive, 16 negative
    Customers find the SSD to be a great value, particularly as a budget drive and for its 4TB capacity.
    I picked this up on sale for a great price. I am upgrading my pinball from a 2tb gen3 to this 4tb gen4. I plan to keep the 2tb as backup storage....Read more
    It's not the fastest SSD available but is a great value, easy to install, and a nice touch they include the mounting screw needed to install in a...Read more
    ...Offers good speeds, good storage, for a good price. Currently have two in my system. Will probably replace my old 1tb Samsung NVME with another one....Read more
    ...And cheap! as all these sticks be sure heat is very well handled, heat transfer pads are new and you have good cooling....Read more
    355 customers mention quality, 334 positive, 21 negative
    Customers find the SSD to be of good quality, with one customer specifically noting its outstanding NVMe performance.
    Crucial provides a great product at a good price and easy installation. Going to get some RAM from them as well. Highly recommend.Read more
    Only fitter recently. Working as expected. Good value. Good product. I like Crucial stuff.Read more
    Great SSD. I've used crucial products before and never any issues. Super fast 1TB SSD. Speeds are as of promised. Tested with CrystaldiskMark....Read more
    ...Coming up to 1000 hours usage and it's an awesome setup and a great drive! Its PCIe4 but I only really used that when I did my first content load....Read more
    242 customers mention installation, 238 positive, 4 negative
    Customers find the SSD easy to install, describing it as a simple plug-and-play device. One customer specifically mentions it fits easily into the second M.2 NVME drive slot.
    The product was easy to install. Once it was formatted, I had plenty of storage for my videos. Noticed fast read and write speeds, a good investment.Read more
    ...Easy install. Speed is slightly lower than higher priced M2’s, but as another reviewer mentioned, it’s not noticeable even on 4K quality gameplay.Read more
    Great value on this drive, was very easy to install & a great size for its intended use, as a boot drive it greatly increased the boot up time &...Read more
    This fits perfectly and super easy to install. I've bought 2 of these and they both work perfectly after four years I just had to buy another oneRead more
    213 customers mention storage capacity, 185 positive, 28 negative
    Customers appreciate the storage capacity of the SSD, noting it provides plenty of space for games and backup files, with one customer mentioning it's suitable for video encoding and media storage.
    16X the space is wonderful great for gaming too but biggest issue was space for price for me....Read more
    Plug it in and go. Plenty of storage, fast and functional. Very nice.Read more
    Worked great for use in an Intel NUC running LinuxMint. Plenty of space with fast read/write speed for any game or application....Read more
    ...Pros: Fast, cheap, tons of space Cons: Latency that will make you claw your eyes out in more intensive tasks...Read more
    132 customers mention compatibility, 89 positive, 43 negative
    Customers have mixed experiences with the SSD's compatibility: while some report it works well with Raspberry Pi and PS5, others mention issues with their PCs not recognizing the drive.
    5year warranty, excellent perfromance, long life span, and backwards compatible. Reasonable Price....Read more
    ...I’ve had no issues with heat, compatibility, or stability. Just clean, smooth performance across the board. 5/5....Read more
    ...but in the end it turns out this is not compatible. found by exhausting all things to try, then confirmed by their support....Read more
    ...I did purchase a heatsink as it doesn't come with one, but works great with PS5....Read more
    87 customers mention durability, 29 positive, 58 negative
    Customers have mixed experiences with the SSD's durability, with some reporting it held up great while others found it failed within 90 days or broke within two months.
    I tried to save some cash by going to crucial. What a mistake.. Drive failed in less than 60 days of use in my PC....Read more
    If you’re looking to upgrade your system with a fast, dependable, and cost-effective SSD, the Crucial P3 is an excellent choice....Read more
    ...My only concern is it's longevity and reliability. Only time will tell but I do feel confident in buying from a reputable company like crucial.Read more
    Harddrive failed in less than a week, but Crucial replaced it quickly and easily. I've had no further problems and I'm happy with it.Read more