Crucial BX500 2000GB

Specifications

Core

Capacity 2000 GB

Form Factor 2.5"

Interface SATA III

Performance

Seq Read 540 MB/s

Seq Write 500 MB/s

Price History

SSD Description

Quick Overview

What it is: Crucial's entry-level BX series SATA SSD with 2000GB capacity.
Best for: Everyday computing, large media storage, HDD upgrades in laptops/desktops.
Key strengths: 540MB/s read, 500MB/s write; 720TB endurance; 3-year warranty.
Limitations: No DRAM cache slows heavy writes; capped by SATA interface speeds.

In Context

Vs HDD: Up to 300% faster boot/load times, ideal for basic upgrades.
Vs NVMe: Slower at 540/500MB/s vs NVMe's 3500+MB/s for demanding tasks.
Vs Crucial MX500: Shorter 3-year warranty, lower endurance than MX500's 5-year/higher TBW.
Endurance for storage: 720TB TBW suits media libraries, but monitor for QLC wear in heavy writes.

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