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product_id: 102993493
title: "BX500 480GB 3D NAND SATA 6.35 cm (2.5-inch) SSD (CT480BX500SSD1)"
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price: "$207.48"
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# 540 MB/s read speed 480GB storage capacity 45x energy efficient BX500 480GB 3D NAND SATA 6.35 cm (2.5-inch) SSD (CT480BX500SSD1)

**Brand:** crucial
**Price:** $207.48
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Upgrade your speed, save your energy, and own your workflow!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** BX500 480GB 3D NAND SATA 6.35 cm (2.5-inch) SSD (CT480BX500SSD1) by crucial
- **How much does it cost?** $207.48 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- crucial enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted crucial brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Durability That Keeps Up:** 120TBW endurance rating means your data stays safe and your drive lasts through heavy multitasking and gaming.
- • **Next-Gen 3D NAND Efficiency:** Save energy and extend battery life with Micron’s cutting-edge 3D NAND technology, 45x more efficient than HDDs.
- • **Blazing Fast Boot & Load Times:** Experience 300% faster performance than traditional HDDs—get to work or play without the wait.
- • **Award-Winning Support & Reliability:** Backed by Micron’s 40 years of innovation and a 3-year warranty—join millions upgrading with confidence.
- • **Seamless Compatibility & Easy Installation:** Plug-and-play with laptops and desktops; simple cloning software and step-by-step guides included.

## Overview

The Crucial BX500 480GB 3D NAND SATA SSD delivers a significant performance boost with up to 540 MB/s read and 500 MB/s write speeds, making it 3x faster than traditional hard drives. Its advanced Micron 3D NAND technology ensures 45 times better energy efficiency, perfect for professionals seeking faster boot times and smoother multitasking. Compatible with most laptops and desktops, it offers easy installation and reliable durability with a 120TBW endurance rating and a 3-year warranty, making it a smart, cost-effective upgrade for enhancing everyday computing.

## Description

From the manufacturer Boot up faster. Load files quicker. Improve overall system responsiveness. Ever wonder why your phone responds faster than your computer? It's because your phone runs on flash memory. Add flash to your laptop or desktop computer with the Crucial BX500 SSD, the easiest way to get all the speed of a new computer without the price. Accelerate everything. Crucial BX500 3D NAND SATA 2.5-inch SSD Improve Performance Boot up faster. Load files quicker. Improve overall system responsiveness for all your computing needs. Tools for Easy Installation Our simple instructions, cloning software, and how-to videos make installation straightforward! Millions of people have upgraded with a Crucial SSD. Award-Winning Support Get questions answered by our expert support team. Read SSD articles, connect with other users on our forum, or chat live with one of our specialists. Crucial Has a Legacy of Drives Crucial offers a variety of drives to choose from. One of the Wide Range Storage Manufacturers Crucial is backed by Micron’s expert quality and engineering innovation. Micron has produced some of the world's most advanced memory and storage technologies for 40 years.

Review: Best sata SSD for ₹2049/-, but there are some things you must know.. - Speed: The speed is as expected and can be used as an external SSD with an enclosure. These are the peak read and write speeds, but in practical usage, speeds rarely match these numbers. During data transfer, I achieved around 470 MB/s write and 510 MB/s read speeds, which is very good. Remember, sata ssds don't go above these speeds, the SATA interface itself is limited in its data transfer capabilities. I purchased this SSD for additional storage for my PC, as I don’t have an extra M.2 slot. It can be used for gaming and performs well, though it’s slightly slower than an NVMe SSD. However, the difference is hardly noticeable during regular use or gaming. If you’re building a new PC, opting for an M.2 NVMe SSD would be better. While slightly more expensive, it’s worth the extra cost for the added performance. For older systems, though, this SSD is a great choice for upgrading storage and improving performance. Compatibility: This SSD is widely compatible with all systems and laptops. Simply connect the cables, and it’s ready to use. If it doesn’t appear in File Explorer, don't worry. Just go to Disk Management, create a new volume from the unallocated space, and format it. Durability: With a 120TBW rating, the SSD can write up to 120 terabytes of data. Durability depends on usage. Heavy write operations- like exporting a large video- will degrade it faster, while light use—like storing a few games—primarily involves read operations, causing minimal wear and extending its lifespan. Price: I managed to get this SSD for ₹2,049 during a sale with a ₹250 coupon, which I consider a lucky deal. If you find it priced around ₹2,199, it's still worth considering. However, if the price is higher, I recommend waiting for discounts, as the price often drops.
Review: Very Good Product - I bought the Crucial BX500 240GB 3D NAND SATA SSD to upgrade the hard drive in my laptop. I was looking for an SSD that was affordable, reliable, and offered good performance. The BX500 checked all of those boxes. The BX500 is a very easy SSD to install. It comes with everything you need to install it in your computer, including a mounting bracket and screws. The installation process took me about 10 minutes. Once the BX500 was installed, I was immediately impressed with the performance improvement. My laptop booted up in seconds, and applications loaded much faster than they did with the old hard drive. I also noticed that my laptop ran cooler and quieter with the BX500 installed. Overall, I am very happy with the Crucial BX500 240GB 3D NAND SATA SSD. It is an affordable, reliable, and high-performance SSD that is perfect for upgrading any laptop or desktop computer. Here are some specific things that I like about the Crucial BX500 SSD: It is very affordable. It is easy to install. It offers a significant performance improvement over a traditional hard drive. It is reliable and durable. It is backed by a 3-year warranty. I would highly recommend the Crucial BX500 SSD to anyone looking to upgrade their computer to an SSD. It is a great value for the money, and it offers a significant performance boost.

## Features

- Fly through everything you do: 300% faster than a typical hard drive.
- Accelerate everything. blistering speeds of 540 MB/s Read, 500 MB/s Write.
- Efficiency of Next-Gen Micron 3D NAND: 45x more energy efficient than a typical hard drive.
- Secure your most important files on a drive with established dependability and the advanced features BX-series SSD's are known for.
- Our new NAND protects your data swiftly and efficiently, so if your system suddenly shuts down, you keep all your saved work.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07G3KGYZQ |
| Best Sellers Rank | #3,126 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #5 in Internal Solid State Drives |
| Box Contents | SSD |
| Brand | Crucial |
| Brand Name | Crucial |
| Cache Memory Installed Size | 480 GB |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop, Laptop |
| Connectivity Technology | SATA |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 140,704 Reviews |
| Data Transfer Rate | 6 Megabytes Per Second |
| Digital Storage Capacity | 480 GB |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00649528787330 |
| Hard Disk Form Factor | 2.5 Inches |
| Hard Disk Interface | Unknown |
| Hard Disk Type | Solid State Drive |
| Hard-Drive Size | 480 GB |
| Hardware Connectivity | SATA 6.0 Gb/s |
| Hardware Platform | Mac, PC |
| Importer Contact Information | RASHI PERIPHERALS PRIVATE LIMITED |
| Installation Type | Internal Hard Drive |
| Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness | 9.8L x 6.8W x 0.6Th Centimeters |
| Item Type Name | Internal SSD |
| Item Weight | 34.8 Grams |
| Manufacturer | Crucial, MICRON CONSUMER PRODUCTS GROUP(SINGAPORE)A DIVISION OF MICRON SEMICONDUCTOR ASIA OPERATIONSPTE. LTD.1 NORTH COAST DRIVE,SINGAPORE 757432 |
| Manufacturer Contact Information | MICRON CONSUMER PRODUCTS GROUP(SINGAPORE)A DIVISION OF MICRON SEMICONDUCTOR ASIA OPERATIONSPTE. LTD.1 NORTH COAST DRIVE,SINGAPORE 757432 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | CT480BX500SSD1 |
| Media Speed | 500 |
| Model Name | BX500 |
| Model Number | CT480BX500SSD1 |
| Network Connectivity Technology | SATA |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Packer Contact Information | MICRON CONSUMER PRODUCTS GROUP(SINGAPORE)A DIVISION OF MICRON SEMICONDUCTOR ASIA OPERATIONSPTE. LTD.1 NORTH COAST DRIVE,SINGAPORE 757432 |
| Product Features | Multitasking |
| Read Speed | 540 Megabytes Per Second |
| Special Feature | Multitasking |
| Specific Uses For Product | Personal |
| UPC | 649528787330 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Description | 3 Year Warranty |

## Product Details

- **Digital Storage Capacity:** 480 GB
- **Hard Disk Interface:** Unknown
- **Connectivity Technology:** SATA
- **Brand:** Crucial
- **Special Feature:** Multitasking
- **Hard Disk Form Factor:** 2.5 Inches
- **Hard Disk Description:** Solid State Drive
- **Compatible Devices:** Desktop, Laptop
- **Installation Type:** Internal Hard Drive
- **Colour:** Black

## Images

![BX500 480GB 3D NAND SATA 6.35 cm (2.5-inch) SSD (CT480BX500SSD1) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51zhuXxYuRL.jpg)
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![BX500 480GB 3D NAND SATA 6.35 cm (2.5-inch) SSD (CT480BX500SSD1) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61MOAo9OF2L.jpg)
![BX500 480GB 3D NAND SATA 6.35 cm (2.5-inch) SSD (CT480BX500SSD1) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61lCGU4+IzL.jpg)
![BX500 480GB 3D NAND SATA 6.35 cm (2.5-inch) SSD (CT480BX500SSD1) - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/610W8+Frx5L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Pattern, Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Whats the differince between the ct1000bx500ssd1z and the ct1000bx500ssd1?**
A: The difference between the ct1000bx500ssd1z and ct1000bx500ssd1 is that the ct1000bx500ssd1z has "Frustration-Free Packaging" while the ct1000bx500ssd1 has "Standard Packaging". I did some comparison and found that "Standard Packaging" is 2.4 ounces shipping weight while "Frustration-Free Packaging" is 4.2 ounces shipping weight. If you get the ct1000bx500ssd1z it will cost $20 USD more since "Frustration-Free Packaging" may have materials that cost more. I hope this answers your question. :)

**Q: How is it that most of the customer reviews are 1 to 3 stars but Amazon says it has an 87% 5-star rating?  Amazon is becoming a con game.**
A: My experiences are usually shy of five star. Then again Amazon compounds the star rating average to determine how well it actually does in reviews. An example is a SSD I bought, was a 1 TB. However windows reports 925gb and Mac reports 950gb.

**Q: Will this work in a late 2007 macbook?**
A: Hello and thank you for your question. The Crucial CT240BX500SSD1 you are referencing is compatible with the Late 2007 MacBook, so installation and functionality will not be an issue.

**Q: This item fit with dell xps l502x laptop?**
A: Hello, your dell probably comes with a ST9500420AS sata hd, so yes, if your laptop uses a regular off the shelf SATA (Serial ATA) hard disk drive, you can upgrade it with a SSD Crucial Sata.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best sata SSD for ₹2049/-, but there are some things you must know..
*by S***Y on 30 December 2024*

Speed: The speed is as expected and can be used as an external SSD with an enclosure. These are the peak read and write speeds, but in practical usage, speeds rarely match these numbers. During data transfer, I achieved around 470 MB/s write and 510 MB/s read speeds, which is very good. Remember, sata ssds don't go above these speeds, the SATA interface itself is limited in its data transfer capabilities. I purchased this SSD for additional storage for my PC, as I don’t have an extra M.2 slot. It can be used for gaming and performs well, though it’s slightly slower than an NVMe SSD. However, the difference is hardly noticeable during regular use or gaming. If you’re building a new PC, opting for an M.2 NVMe SSD would be better. While slightly more expensive, it’s worth the extra cost for the added performance. For older systems, though, this SSD is a great choice for upgrading storage and improving performance. Compatibility: This SSD is widely compatible with all systems and laptops. Simply connect the cables, and it’s ready to use. If it doesn’t appear in File Explorer, don't worry. Just go to Disk Management, create a new volume from the unallocated space, and format it. Durability: With a 120TBW rating, the SSD can write up to 120 terabytes of data. Durability depends on usage. Heavy write operations- like exporting a large video- will degrade it faster, while light use—like storing a few games—primarily involves read operations, causing minimal wear and extending its lifespan. Price: I managed to get this SSD for ₹2,049 during a sale with a ₹250 coupon, which I consider a lucky deal. If you find it priced around ₹2,199, it's still worth considering. However, if the price is higher, I recommend waiting for discounts, as the price often drops.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very Good Product
*by M***R on 6 October 2023*

I bought the Crucial BX500 240GB 3D NAND SATA SSD to upgrade the hard drive in my laptop. I was looking for an SSD that was affordable, reliable, and offered good performance. The BX500 checked all of those boxes. The BX500 is a very easy SSD to install. It comes with everything you need to install it in your computer, including a mounting bracket and screws. The installation process took me about 10 minutes. Once the BX500 was installed, I was immediately impressed with the performance improvement. My laptop booted up in seconds, and applications loaded much faster than they did with the old hard drive. I also noticed that my laptop ran cooler and quieter with the BX500 installed. Overall, I am very happy with the Crucial BX500 240GB 3D NAND SATA SSD. It is an affordable, reliable, and high-performance SSD that is perfect for upgrading any laptop or desktop computer. Here are some specific things that I like about the Crucial BX500 SSD: It is very affordable. It is easy to install. It offers a significant performance improvement over a traditional hard drive. It is reliable and durable. It is backed by a 3-year warranty. I would highly recommend the Crucial BX500 SSD to anyone looking to upgrade their computer to an SSD. It is a great value for the money, and it offers a significant performance boost.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good SSD.
*by S***. on 21 April 2026*

Works great, good speed though not that great. Lucky I bought enough for myself before all this price surge begin.

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