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Crucial · PCIe 5.0 · 2000 GB

Crucial P510 2TB Gen5

M.2 2280 · TLC NAND · Host-Memory-Buffer (HMB)

Performance: 78
Perf / price: 32
Capacity value: 64
Amazon: $365

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Available on Amazon Updated Aug 29, 2026

Performance77.6

Performance / price31.9

Capacity value63.8

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Written analysis

Crucial P510 2TB Gen5 at a glance

The Crucial P510 2TB Gen5 is a 2000 GB M.2 2280 SSD using PCIe 5.0 x4, NVMe 2.0. The controller is Phison E26 . Flash type is TLC 218-layer. Cache is listed as Host-Memory-Buffer (HMB).

Rated sequential throughput is 10000 MB/s read and 8700 MB/s write. Random throughput is 1500K read IOPS and 1500K write IOPS. The calculated specification score is 77.6.

Best fit: Mainstream desktop and laptop upgrades balancing speed, capacity, and cost.

Endurance and thermals

Rated endurance is 1200 TBW, or approximately 600 TBW per TB of capacity. The listed warranty is 5 years.

Current value

At $365, the drive costs $182.50 per TB. Performance / price is 31.9 and capacity value is 63.8. Compare these values with nearby drives below; interface generation and headline speed alone do not determine value.

Drive data

Full specifications

Interface, flash, controller, cache, throughput, endurance, power, warranty, and value in one technical sheet.

General

Manufacturer: Crucial
SSD: Crucial P510 2TB Gen5
Part number: CT2000P510SSD8-01
Model: CT2000P510SSD8-01
Capacity: 2000 GB
Form factor: M.2 2280
Launch price: —
Amazon price: $365
Amazon availability: Available
Price updated: Aug 29, 2026

Performance

Sequential read: 10000 MB/s
Sequential write: 8700 MB/s
Random read: 1500K IOPS
Random write: 1500K IOPS

Value

Amazon price: $365
Price / TB: $182.50
Performance / price: 31.9
Capacity value: 63.8

Hardware & cache

Interface: PCIe 5.0 x4, NVMe 2.0
Interface generation: PCIe 5.0
Controller: Phison E26
NAND: TLC 218-layer
Process: 6
Cache type: Host-Memory-Buffer (HMB)
DRAM: Host-Memory-Buffer (HMB)
DRAM capacity: 40 MB
DRAM speed: 2000 MT/s
SLC cache: Dynamic

Durability & power

Endurance: 1200 TBW
Endurance / TB: 600 TBW
Warranty: 5 years
Idle power: —
Active power: —

Additional information

Also listed as: P510 2TB Gen5
Color: Black

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Marketplace feature text kept for reference. Structured specifications above are the source for scores and comparisons.

PCIe 5.0 Performance: Delivers up to 11,000MB/s read and 9,500MB/s write speeds for quicker game load times, bootups, and smooth multitasking

Spacious 2TB Capacity: Provides space for AAA games, apps, and media with compact Gen5 NVMe performance for casual gamers and home users

Broad Compatibility: Seamlessly works with desktops, and laptops. Also supports backward compatibility with Gen4 systems, making upgrades simple

Affordable Upgrade: Exceptional balance of Gen5 performance and price, making it an ideal choice for the savvy buyer seeking superior functionality

Trusted Micron Quality: Built with advanced G8 NAND and thermal control for reliable Gen5 performance trusted by gamers and home users

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