MICRON / CRUCIAL SSD - Crucial P310 - 500GB - PCIe Gen4 x4 - M.2 2280

Crucial 500GB M.2 PCI Express 4.0 NVMe P310 delivers high-performance storage for modern desktops and laptops. This M.2 NVMe SSD supports PCIe Gen4 speeds and is designed to improve system responsiveness, reduce boot and load times, and accelerate file transfers. With a 500 GB capacity, the drive suits users who need fast primary or secondary storage in compact systems.

Advantages

The P310 offers significantly faster sequential read and write performance compared with previous generations, enabling quicker bootups, faster game loads, and reduced application launch times. It is backward compatible with PCIe Gen3 systems, easy to install in M.2 slots, and can extend the usable life of compatible laptops and desktops. Power-efficient operation helps keep battery life comparable while delivering higher throughput.

Suitable for

• System drive for desktops and laptops
• Faster game loading and level streaming
• Content creation tasks such as photo editing and multimedia file handling
• General office workloads and faster application launches

Key specifications

• Brand: CRUCIAL
• Model: P310 (CT500P310SSD8)
• Capacity: 500 GB
• Form factor: M.2
• Interface: PCIe 4.0 NVMe
• Sequential read speed: up to 6600 MB/s
• Sequential write speed: up to 3500 MB/s
• EAN: 0649528941787

How to use

Install the M.2 NVMe SSD into an available M.2 PCIe slot on a compatible motherboard or laptop following the device manufacturer’s instructions. Ensure the system BIOS/UEFI recognizes PCIe Gen4 or Gen3 modes as appropriate. For a system drive, migrate your operating system using cloning software or perform a fresh OS installation. Secure the module with the appropriate M.2 screw and confirm the drive is detected in the operating system before use.

Recommendations

Use in systems with PCIe Gen4 support to obtain maximum sequential speeds. If your device only supports PCIe Gen3, the drive remains compatible but will operate at Gen3 speeds. Consider a motherboard or laptop with adequate cooling; a heatsink version may be available for sustained heavy workloads.