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product_id: 657859587
title: "P310 500GB SSD, PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 2280, Up to 6,600MB/s, for Laptop, Desktop (PC), & Handheld Gaming Consoles, Includes Acronis Data Recovery Software, Solid State Drive - CT500P310SSD801"
brand: "crucial"
price: "$234.69"
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reviews_count: 13
category: "Crucial"
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# Up to 6,600MB/s read speed 500GB high-speed Gen4 NVMe storage Backward compatible with PCIe Gen3 P310 500GB SSD, PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 2280, Up to 6,600MB/s, for Laptop, Desktop (PC), & Handheld Gaming Consoles, Includes Acronis Data Recovery Software, Solid State Drive - CT500P310SSD801

**Brand:** crucial
**Price:** $234.69
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Upgrade your speed game — don’t get left behind!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** P310 500GB SSD, PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 2280, Up to 6,600MB/s, for Laptop, Desktop (PC), & Handheld Gaming Consoles, Includes Acronis Data Recovery Software, Solid State Drive - CT500P310SSD801 by crucial
- **How much does it cost?** $234.69 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

- • **Spacious 500GB Capacity:** Store your AAA games, creative apps, and essential media without compromise.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Seamlessly upgrade laptops, desktops, and handheld consoles like ROG Ally X and Lenovo Legion Go.
- • **Next-Level Productivity Boost:** Up to 2x faster than Gen3 SSDs—power through Adobe, Microsoft Office, and multitasking effortlessly.
- • **Blazing Fast PCIe Gen4 Performance:** Experience lightning-quick bootups and game loads with up to 6,600MB/s read and 5,000MB/s write speeds.
- • **Trusted Micron Quality & Software Bundle:** Built with advanced G8 NAND and includes Acronis Data Recovery for secure, reliable storage.

## Overview

The Crucial P310 500GB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD delivers ultra-fast read speeds up to 6,600MB/s and write speeds up to 5,000MB/s, perfect for gamers and professionals seeking rapid load times and smooth multitasking. Its 500GB capacity fits AAA games and creative software, while broad compatibility spans laptops, desktops, and handheld gaming consoles. Engineered with advanced G8 NAND and backed by Crucial’s trusted quality, it includes Acronis Data Recovery software for easy data management and peace of mind.

## Description

Upgrade your system with the Crucial P310 2280 500GB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD—built for gamers and home users who need high-speed storage. With sequential read speeds up to 6,600 MB/s and write speeds up to 5,000 MB/s, the P310 2280 delivers faster bootups, game loads, and everyday responsiveness. With 500GB of Gen4 NVMe performance in a 2280 M.2 form factor, it offers space for AAA games, apps, and essential media. Compatible with desktops and laptops, and handheld gaming consoles including ROG Ally X, Lenovo Legion Go, and AYANEO Kun, the P310 installs easily. Built with G8 NAND and engineered for power efficiency, it balances speed and battery life. Backed by one of the world’s leading flash storage manufacturers, Crucial offers trusted performance for gaming and daily use. Includes an Acronis True Image software offer to help you easily clone, back up, or transfer your data.

Review: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐ Great Upgrade — Strong Performance & Capacity - I recently upgraded to the Crucial P310 2TB SSD (CT2000P310SSD801) and it’s been a fantastic addition to my setup. Here’s a quick breakdown: What I like: Plenty of space: 2 TB gives me lots of room for OS, apps, games, and files without tight space concerns. Fast speeds: For Gen4 NVMe, load and boot times feel quick. Easy install: The M.2 2280 form factor slipped right into my desktop and was recognized instantly. Bonus software: Comes with data recovery software via Acronis, adding extra value. Price: Great price and value Why it works well: Ideal for laptops, desktops, and even handheld gaming systems thanks to its compact size and performance. Reliable brand: I trust the build quality and support from Crucial. Final thought: If you’re looking to upgrade your storage with a big capacity SSD and want strong performance without fuss, this is a solid choice. Highly recommended!
Review: Excellent Performance SSD - I've been using this Crucial P310 2TB SSD for 4 months now in my small form factor PC build and it's been fantastic. Installation was simple and straightforward - no issues at all. The performance is outstanding for both gaming and everyday use. Boot times are superfast, and game loading speeds have been dramatically improved compared to my previous storage. I frequently stream games to my big screen TV using Sunshine and Moonlight, and I've never experienced any stuttering or performance problems - the drive keeps up perfectly with the demands of real-time game streaming. One thing I really appreciate is how well it works with my 2.5Gb network for large file transfers - the speeds are excellent and really take advantage of the faster connection. The PCIe Gen4 performance definitely shows. After 4 months of heavy use, I'm extremely satisfied. Great value for the money and highly recommend for anyone looking for a high-performance NVMe drive, especially for gaming and SFF builds.

## Features

- PCIe 4.0 Performance: Delivers up to 6,600 MB/s read and 5,000 MB/s write speeds for quicker game load times, bootups, and smooth multitasking
- Spacious 500GB SSD: Provides space for AAA games, apps, and media with standard Gen4 NVMe performance for casual gamers and home users
- Broad Compatibility: Works seamlessly with laptops, desktops, and select gaming consoles including ROG Ally X, Lenovo Legion Go, and AYANEO Kun. Also backward compatible with PCIe Gen3 systems for flexible upgrades
- Better Productivity: Up to 2x faster than previous Gen3 generation. Improve performance for real world tasks like booting Windows, starting applications like Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, and working in applications like Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Trusted Micron Quality: Built with advanced G8 NAND and thermal control for reliable Gen4 performance trusted by gamers and home users

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0DC8K6KQD |
| Additional Features | Backward Compatible |
| Best Sellers Rank | #4 in Internal Solid State Drives |
| Brand | Crucial |
| Built-In Media | 1month Adobe Creative Cloud All-Apps, Crucial Storage Executive, Internal SSD, Quick start guide |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop, Gaming Console, Workstation |
| Compatible Video Game Console Models | Lenovo Legion Go |
| Connectivity Technology | NVMe |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 9,549 Reviews |
| Data Transfer Rate | 6600 Megabytes Per Second |
| Digital Storage Capacity | 500 GB |
| Enclosure Material | Nand |
| Form Factor | M.2 2280 |
| Hard Disk Description | Solid State Drive |
| Hard Disk Form Factor | 2.5 Inches |
| Hard Disk Interface | Solid State |
| Hard-Drive Size | 500 GB |
| Hardware Connectivity | PCIE x 4 |
| Installation Type | Internal Hard Drive |
| Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness | 3.15"L x 0.86"W x 0.09"Th |
| Item Weight | 10 Grams |
| Manufacturer | Crucial |
| Media Speed | 3500 Megabytes Per Second |
| Mfr Part Number | CT500P310SSD801 |
| Model Name | P310 2280 |
| Model Number | CT500P310SSD801 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Read Speed | 6600 Megabytes Per Second |
| Special Feature | Backward Compatible |
| Specific Uses For Product | Business, Gaming, Personal |
| UPC | 649528943637 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | 5-year limited warranty |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Crucial
- **Color:** Black
- **Compatible Devices:** Desktop, Gaming Console, Workstation
- **Connectivity Technology:** NVMe
- **Digital Storage Capacity:** 500 GB
- **Hard Disk Description:** Solid State Drive
- **Hard Disk Form Factor:** 2.5 Inches
- **Hard Disk Interface:** Solid State
- **Installation Type:** Internal Hard Drive
- **Special Feature:** Backward Compatible

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## Available Options

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐ Great Upgrade — Strong Performance & Capacity
*by P***A on November 24, 2025*

I recently upgraded to the Crucial P310 2TB SSD (CT2000P310SSD801) and it’s been a fantastic addition to my setup. Here’s a quick breakdown: What I like: Plenty of space: 2 TB gives me lots of room for OS, apps, games, and files without tight space concerns. Fast speeds: For Gen4 NVMe, load and boot times feel quick. Easy install: The M.2 2280 form factor slipped right into my desktop and was recognized instantly. Bonus software: Comes with data recovery software via Acronis, adding extra value. Price: Great price and value Why it works well: Ideal for laptops, desktops, and even handheld gaming systems thanks to its compact size and performance. Reliable brand: I trust the build quality and support from Crucial. Final thought: If you’re looking to upgrade your storage with a big capacity SSD and want strong performance without fuss, this is a solid choice. Highly recommended!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Performance SSD
*by S***R on December 3, 2025*

I've been using this Crucial P310 2TB SSD for 4 months now in my small form factor PC build and it's been fantastic. Installation was simple and straightforward - no issues at all. The performance is outstanding for both gaming and everyday use. Boot times are superfast, and game loading speeds have been dramatically improved compared to my previous storage. I frequently stream games to my big screen TV using Sunshine and Moonlight, and I've never experienced any stuttering or performance problems - the drive keeps up perfectly with the demands of real-time game streaming. One thing I really appreciate is how well it works with my 2.5Gb network for large file transfers - the speeds are excellent and really take advantage of the faster connection. The PCIe Gen4 performance definitely shows. After 4 months of heavy use, I'm extremely satisfied. Great value for the money and highly recommend for anyone looking for a high-performance NVMe drive, especially for gaming and SFF builds.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Value
*by R***. on December 2, 2025*

Crucial P310 4TB Caught this at a sale price and glad I did. Added 4x the space of the stock SSD that came with my device and significantly faster as well. (See pics of read/write tests.) Put it in the second NVMe M.2 slot of my Mini-PC: Beelink SEi14, Core Ultra 5 125H, 32GB DDR5 RAM, 1TB Crucial P3 Plus SSD Install was easy. The SSD appears very well constructed with a highly finished appearance. The SSD fit exactly as expected. No heat issues: I don't notice any increase in temps. It helps that the SEi14 includes a heatsink that covers both SSD slots, as well as a very efficient vapor chamber. YMMV. I've been running all my Steam games off this drive for a couple of weeks now. Games load faster. Creating game setups in Civilization VI initialize noticeably faster than when running from the stock P3+. Lots of storage now for media files, photos, creativity projects, etc. Everything is running smoothly and reliably. Great "bang-for-the-buck" product from a trusted brand.

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