--- product_id: 53480563 title: "Crucial MX500 1TB 3D NAND SATA 2.5 Inch Internal SSD, up to 560MB/s - CT1000MX500SSD1" brand: "crucial" price: "2948.59 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/53480563-crucial-mx500-1tb-3d-nand-sata-2-5-inch-internal store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # 560MB/s read speed AES 256-bit hardware encryption 5-year limited warranty Crucial MX500 1TB 3D NAND SATA 2.5 Inch Internal SSD, up to 560MB/s - CT1000MX500SSD1 **Brand:** crucial **Price:** 2948.59 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Upgrade your speed, secure your data, and never look back! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Crucial MX500 1TB 3D NAND SATA 2.5 Inch Internal SSD, up to 560MB/s - CT1000MX500SSD1 by crucial - **How much does it cost?** 2948.59 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/53480563-crucial-mx500-1tb-3d-nand-sata-2-5-inch-internal) ## 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 - • **Effortless Upgrade:** Compatible with most desktops and laptops; easy installation with step-by-step guide included. - • **Massive 1TB Storage:** Store your entire digital life — from work files to family memories — all in one sleek SSD. - • **Power Loss Protection:** Integrated Power Loss Immunity safeguards your work even during unexpected outages. - • **Blazing Fast Performance:** Up to 560MB/s sequential read speeds for near-instant system boot and file access. - • **Rock-Solid Data Security:** AES 256-bit hardware encryption keeps your sensitive data hacker-proof. ## Overview The Crucial MX500 1TB 3D NAND SATA SSD delivers lightning-fast read/write speeds up to 560/510 MB/s, advanced AES 256-bit hardware encryption, and power loss immunity to protect your data. Designed for both PC and Mac, this 2.5-inch internal drive offers reliable, high-capacity storage with a 5-year limited warranty, making it the go-to upgrade for professionals seeking speed, security, and peace of mind. ## Description Start your system in seconds, store up to 4TB of data, and upgrade with an SSD you can count on. Join more and more people who are keeping their family videos, travel photos, music, and important documents on an SSD, and get the near-instant performance and lasting reliability that comes with solid state storage. Upgrade with the Crucial MX500 SSD, a drive built on quality, speed, and security that’s all backed by helpful service and support. Even if you’ve never installed an SSD, don’t fear – our step-by-step guide walks you through the process to make installation easy. It’s worth it. ## Features - Sequential reads/writes up to 560/510 MB/s and random reads/writes up to 95K/90K on all file types - Accelerated by Micron 3D NAND technology - Integrated Power Loss Immunity preserves all your saved work if the power unexpectedly gets cut - Aes 256-bit hardware-based encryption keeps data safe and secure from hackers and thieves - Crucial 5-year limited warranty ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Additional Features | Hardware Encryption | | Asin | B078211KBB | | Best Sellers Rank | #56 in Internal Solid State Drives | | Brand | Crucial | | Built In Media | Internal Solid State Drive | | Cache Memory Installed Size | 256 | | Color | Blue/Gray | | Compatible Devices | This drive is compatible with desktops and laptops that accept 2.5" 7mm SATA drives | | Connectivity Technology | SATA | | Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (41,145) 4.8 out of 5 stars | | Data Transfer Rate | 6 gigabits_per_second | | Digital Storage Capacity | 1 TB | | Enclosure Material | aluminum or steel | | Form Factor | 2.5-inch | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00649528785060, 00649528787392 | | Hard Disk Description | SATA | | Hard Disk Form Factor | 2 inches | | Hard Disk Interface | Solid State | | Hard Disk Rotational Speed | 7200 rpm | | Hard Drive Size | 1 TB | | Hardware Connectivity | SATA 6.0 Gb/s | | Hardware Platform | PC; Mac | | Installation Type | Internal Hard Drive | | Item Dimensions L X W X Thickness | 4.06"L x 2.76"W x 0.28"Th | | Item Type Name | Crucial MX500 1TB SATA 2.5 Inch Internal Solid State Drive - CT1000MX500SSD1 | | Item Weight | 0.04 kg | | Manufacturer | CRUCIAL TECHNOLOGY | | Media Speed | 510 megabytes_per_second | | Mfr Part Number | CT1000MX500SSD1 | | Model Name | Crucial MX500 SSD | | Model Number | CT1000MX500SSD1 | | Number Of Items | 1 | | Read Speed | 560 megabytes_per_second | | Specific Uses For Product | personal, gaming, business | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Upc | 649528787392 649528785060 649528785152 | | Warranty Description | Limited 5-year warranty | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Crucial - **Color:** Blue/Gray - **Compatible Devices:** This drive is compatible with desktops and laptops that accept 2.5" 7mm SATA drives - **Connectivity Technology:** SATA - **Digital Storage Capacity:** 1 TB - **Hard Disk Description:** SATA - **Hard Disk Form Factor:** 2 inches - **Hard Disk Interface:** Solid State - **Installation Type:** Internal Hard Drive - **Special Feature:** Hardware Encryption ## Images ![Crucial MX500 1TB 3D NAND SATA 2.5 Inch Internal SSD, up to 560MB/s - CT1000MX500SSD1 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71duypVENNL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Memory Storage Capacity** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: What is the difference between the M series and the B series?** A: The MX Crucial SSD storage series has one of the most generous dynamic SLC dynamic DRAM cache which helps make a map of the drives buffer contents; for example if one gets the 4Tb model that comes with 4Gb of DRAM storage, 2Tb that comes with 2Gb of DRAM storage and 1Tb that comes with 1Gb of DRAM storage; that helps with buffering up ones data stream which serves to smooth out ones data streaming experience; the MX Crucial SSD storage series also has a much better endurance rating on the 2Tb of 700Tbw versus BX of only 240Tbw largely because of its new 64/96 layer 3D NAND technology that directly challenges even the highly popular much more expensive Samsung EVO series line of SSD's; the BX Crucial SSD storage series has a five year warranty vs MX series only three year warranty; the MX Crucial SSD storage series has built-in hardware based AES 256-bit encryption controller also as well; just go with the MX Crucial SSD storage series as one is getting quite a lot of worthwhile great added extra value added features and also extra value added reliable performance that is a mere on average only $10 added per 1 Tb SSD storage which approaches the near feature and value added SSD storage feature set of even the Samsung EVO series. **Q: Is the hardware encryption more secure than Veracrypt software encryption?** A: Dear client, thank you for contacting us, it will be a pleasure helping you. Regarding your question, the hardware encryption is the same as the Veracrypt sw encryption, so there is no difference with the two. In case of any questions or doubts do not hesitate to contact us. Regards Georgi  Memory and Storage Expert  Crucial by Micron®   Micron Consumer Products Group  Contact us:  https://www.crucial.com/support/contact **Q: is it compatible with ps 4 pro?** A: Yes. I have installed this drive "1TB MX500" in a PS4 Pro without issue and with great results. 20% fasterish loading screens, Texture popin becomes non existent, OS is more fluid and installs of game updates is 50% faster. *If attempting to go above 4TB on the internal drive, I would recommend you look into additional compatibility issues. Anything sub 4 terabyte this is perfect. **Q: Question for seller: which shipping companies do you use (usps / amazon / ups / fedex etc)?** A: USPS ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Crucial MX500 1TB - Worked well and is Faster than my older Intel 180 SSD *by on Reviewed in the United States March 16, 2021* I have always (25 years) bought Crucial memory and storage devices for my PC's and to upgrade for friends. They make very good and reliable products. I would pay a bit extra to get this name-brand, tested, quality product. The drive installed in the bundled bracket easily and the process went well (for an experienced PC person). I needed to change the BIOS settings to get the drive recognized (Legacy Order of Boot). I tried to install the Acronis Disk Clone program, but it would not run/install due to this error. It had an error of "Already at Latest Level" and would not continue to load. Windows did recognize the drive in Disk Manager, and it was ready to be used. I was lucky to have Acronis 2016 that I could install and use easily. It installed this drive with Acronis, and it picked MBR as a Format type. I did want to try GPT, but my PC (HP Z420) might not be capable. The Cloning went quickly and worked great. I also used the Crucial Storage Executive and turned on the two features to increase speed (does take about 70 to 100GB). Drive worked fine and Windows seemed to accept the Clone. Looking online there are a number of people who had trouble with the Crucial Acronis Software, this seems to be a problem. This was not an easy swap and it took several hours due to the problems.After install (clone) I started getting a CHKDSK being run automatically. It would freeze up at 100% and not continue until a reboot. I started over from scratch. Fresh format, Windows 10 OS, updates, loaded back all my programs and now everything works great and fast. Still giving this a 5-Star rating given the performance and overall process. Cloning next to never works without some kind of trouble. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Hard Drive and worth every cent. *by on Reviewed in the United States July 23, 2026* Definitely worth the buy; hard drive had no issues and performed better than expected. I Used it for my Fat PS3 to further MOD my system and it operated great and is fully compatible. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Just the kind of upgrade Needed for my HP laptop *by on Reviewed in the United States August 7, 2026* After getting my laptop repaired . It needed a serious upgrade. Switching to a SDD with a 8GB memory card was the best choice for installing updates of windows 11.The SDD came well packaged and undamaged. It was easy to install and has been working without any issues. I purchased this product in May 2026. I would recommend this to anyone who needs a good reliable SDD. ## Frequently Bought Together - Crucial MX500 1TB 3D NAND SATA 2.5 Inch Internal SSD, up to 560MB/s - CT1000MX500SSD1 - SABRENT SATA to USB Cable - USB 3.0 to 2.5” SATA I/II/III Hard Drive Adapter - External Converter for SSD/HDD Data Transfer (EC-SSHD) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/53480563-crucial-mx500-1tb-3d-nand-sata-2-5-inch-internal](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/53480563-crucial-mx500-1tb-3d-nand-sata-2-5-inch-internal) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-08-14*