Crucial BX500 SATA Internal SSD 1TB
- Digital Storage Capacity: 1 TB
- HardDrive Size: 1 TB
- Connectivity Technology: SATA
- Hard Disk Interface: Solid State
Last refreshed Sep 9, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A solid, low-risk upgrade for a hard-drive-era laptop or desktop, though buyers wanting NVMe-class speed should look elsewhere.
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ASIN: B07YD579WMModel: CT1000BX500SSD1Category: Internal Solid State Drives
Overview
A 1TB 2.5-inch SATA solid state drive built on Crucial's 3D NAND, sized to drop into a laptop or desktop in place of a spinning hard drive. Backed by a 3-year limited warranty.
This is a SATA drive, not NVMe, so it is aimed at replacing an aging hard drive rather than chasing the top speeds of a PCIe SSD. The gain over a hard drive comes mostly from eliminating moving parts: faster boot and load times, and less power draw during use.
- 1TB capacity, 2.5-inch SATA form factor
- Up to 540MB/s sequential speed
- Micron 3D NAND
- 3-year limited warranty
Who it's for
Suits anyone still running a laptop or desktop on a mechanical hard drive who wants a straightforward, standard-size upgrade. Not the choice for someone building a new system around an NVMe slot, where a PCIe drive would go further.
Pros and cons
- Drop-in 2.5-inch SATA size fits most laptops and desktops
- Cuts boot and load times versus a mechanical hard drive
- 3-year limited warranty
- No moving parts, so lower power draw and quieter operation
- SATA interface caps speed well below NVMe drives
- 1TB capacity may be tight for large game or media libraries
Performance notes
Crucial states up to 540MB/s and roughly 300 percent faster than a typical hard drive, consistent with SATA III's practical ceiling; it will not approach NVMe speeds since the SATA interface itself is the limit, not the NAND.
Specifications
| Brand | Crucial |
|---|---|
| Model | CT1000BX500SSD1 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| HardDrive Size | 1 TB |
| Cache Memory Installed Size | 256 TB |
| Item Weight | 0.07 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness | 3.9 × 2.7 × 0.3 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Digital Storage Capacity | 1 TB |
| Media Speed | 500 megabytes_per_second |
| Read Speed | 540 megabytes_per_second |
| Construction & materials | |
| Enclosure Material | Information Not Available |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity Technology | SATA |
| Hard Disk Interface | Solid State |
| Hardware Connectivity | SATA 6.0 Gb/s |
| Installation Type | Internal Hard Drive |
| Included components | |
| Customer Package Type | Frustration-Free Packaging |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 3 years |
| Other details | |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch |
| Data Transfer Rate | 6 gigabits per second |
| Hardware Platform | Linux, Mac, PC |
| Hard Disk Description | Solid State Drive |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Specific Uses For Product | Business, Gaming, Personal |
| Mfr Part Number | CT1000BX500SSD1 |
| BuiltIn Media | Internal Solid State Drive |
| Additional Features | Data Recovery Service |
| Item Type Name | Solid State Drive |
Closest rivals on specs
SIX NVMe Gen4 SSD with Heatsink 1TB- Item Weight 0.07 vs 0.04 pounds (+75%)
WD_Black SN7100 NVMe SSD 1TB- Item Weight 0.07 vs 0.01 pounds (+600%)
Frequently asked questions
Is the Crucial BX500 1TB an NVMe drive?
No, it uses a SATA 2.5-inch interface, which fits the same slot as a laptop or desktop hard drive but tops out well below NVMe speeds.
How much faster is the Crucial BX500 than a hard drive?
Crucial lists it as roughly 300 percent faster than a typical hard drive, mainly from eliminating the spinning platters and read/write heads.
Does the Crucial BX500 1TB come with a warranty?
It carries a 3-year limited warranty from Crucial.