Crucial P310 1TB SSD
- Internal Solid State Drive
- 1 TB
- Standard Packaging
- 1
- More reviewed than 58%
A dependable Gen4 upgrade drive with consistent, drama-free install reports across several laptop models.
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How it ranks among the 19 internal solid state drives we track
4.7★ across 11,000 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
11,000 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
1,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
A 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 2280 SSD for laptops, desktops and handheld gaming PCs, rated up to 7,100MB/s read, and bundled with Acronis data recovery software for cloning or backup.
Most reviewers used this as a laptop upgrade rather than a new build, dropping it into a ProBook, an Alienware or a general gaming laptop's second M.2 slot. One buyer's experience was a reminder that some laptops advertise more internal slots than they actually provide full bandwidth to.
- PCIe Gen4, up to 7,100MB/s read
- M.2 2280 form factor
- Works in laptops, desktops and handheld gaming PCs
- Includes Acronis recovery software
Who it's for
Fits laptop owners upgrading past a small stock drive and handheld PC gamers needing more room on devices like the ROG Ally X or Legion Go. Less relevant to buyers chasing the absolute fastest Gen4 drive on the market.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Owners who installed this as a laptop or handheld upgrade reported easy, drama-free installs with immediate recognition and a clear jump in boot and load speed, with several calling it stable over ongoing use. The one complication reported was a buyer discovering their laptop's own second M.2 slot delivered less bandwidth than expected, a limit of that laptop's design rather than the drive.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Recognized immediately on install across multiple laptop models
- Clear improvement in boot and load speed
- Works in handheld gaming PCs like the ROG Ally X
- Backward compatible with older Gen3 systems
- One buyer's laptop slot ran narrower than advertised, a laptop-side limit
- 1TB may be tight for a large modern game library
Performance notes
PCIe Gen4 delivers up to 7,100MB/s read and 6,000MB/s write, roughly double a Gen3 drive on real tasks like booting Windows or opening large applications. It uses Micron's own G8 NAND with thermal control and stays backward compatible with Gen3 boards for older systems.
Specifications
| Brand | Crucial |
|---|---|
| Model | CT1000P310SSD801 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0.4 ounces |
| Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness | 3.1 × 0.9 × 0.1 inches |
| Cache Memory Installed Size | 1 TB |
| HardDrive Size | 1 TB |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Digital Storage Capacity | 1 TB |
| Media Speed | 6000 megabytes_per_second |
| Read Speed | 7100 megabytes_per_second |
| Construction & materials | |
| Enclosure Material | Nand |
| Color | Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop, Gaming Console, Workstation |
| Connectivity Technology | NVMe |
| Compatible Video Game Console Models | Valve Steam Deck |
| Hard Disk Interface | Solid State |
| Hardware Connectivity | PCIE x 4 |
| Included components | |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 5 years |
| Other details | |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Additional Features | Backward Compatible |
| BuiltIn Media | 1month Adobe Creative Cloud All-Apps, Crucial Storage Executive, Internal SSD, Quick start guide |
| Specific Uses For Product | Business, Gaming, Personal |
| Mfr Part Number | CT1000P310SSD801 |
| Data Transfer Rate | 7100 megabytes_per_second |
| Form Factor | 2280 M.2 |
| Hard Disk Description | Solid State Drive |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in internal solid state drives.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crucial P310 1TB SSDThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 11,000 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Kingston NV3 1TB M.2 2280 NVMe SSDKingston | 4.7 / 5 | 13,800 | 4.8 / 5 |
| WD_Black SN7100 1TB NVMe SSDWD_Black | 4.8 / 5 | 6,400 | 4.8 / 5 |
| Samsung SSD 870 EVO SATA III 2.5” 1TBSamsung | 4.8 / 5 | 45,500 | 4.7 / 5 |
| PNY CS900 250GB 2.5" SATA III Internal SSDPNY | 4.7 / 5 | 5,400 | 4.7 / 5 |
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Questions about the Crucial CT1000P310SSD801
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Crucial P310 work in gaming handhelds?
Yes, it is compatible with handhelds including the ROG Ally X, Lenovo Legion Go and AYANEO Kun.
Is data recovery software included with the Crucial P310?
Yes, it comes with Acronis data recovery software for cloning or backup.
Will the Crucial P310 work with an older PCIe Gen3 laptop?
Yes, it is backward compatible with Gen3 systems, though speeds will be limited to Gen3 rates.