Crucial
P2 NVMe SSD
Best affordable upgrade for everyday computing needs.
Experience a significant boost in your computing performance with this advanced internal solid-state drive. Designed to elevate your system's responsiveness, it offers rapid data access and quick application loading times. Its compact form factor ensures easy integration into various desktop and laptop configurations, making it an ideal upgrade for enhancing overall system speed and efficiency. Enjoy a smoother, faster digital experience for everyday tasks and demanding applications alike.
$199.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.1
/ 5
Category Rank
3697
/ 4142
#3697 in Hard Drives
Price vs Category Average
-62%
Below average
Drive Type
NVMe SSD
/ NVMe SSD
Who it's for
- Everyday users seeking an affordable performance boost for their PC.
- DIY PC builders looking for an easy and quick storage solution.
- Laptop owners and small form factor PC enthusiasts.
Who should skip it
- Content creators and power users with demanding, continuous write tasks.
- Professionals needing high write endurance for frequent data manipulation.
- Avid gamers expecting consistent, top-tier performance for their titles.
Performance breakdown
Sequential Read Speed
Rapid data retrieval ensures snappy system boots and instant application launches.
Write Performance
Handles file transfers and content creation tasks with impressive, consistent efficiency.
Form Factor Compatibility
The slim M.2 profile fits seamlessly into almost any modern build.
Data Security
Integrated AES 256-bit encryption provides robust protection for your sensitive files.
Operational Reliability
High MTBF rating ensures long-term stability for your most important data.
Power Efficiency
Low idle power draw makes this an excellent choice for laptops.
Key Specs
Drive Type
NVMe SSD
Form Factor
M.2
Interface Type
PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe
Sequential Read Speed
Up to 3500 MB/s
Sequential Write Speed
Up to 3000 MB/s
Intended Use
Everyday computing, gaming, content creation
Operating System Compatibility
Windows, macOS, Linux
Hardware Encryption Supported
AES 256-bit
Know before you buy
The Crucial P2 uses the M.2 2280 form factor. As long as your motherboard or laptop has an M.2 slot that supports PCIe NVMe drives, it will be compatible.
Yes, the P2 is compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux systems, provided your hardware supports the NVMe interface.
Because this drive uses the PCIe Gen3 x4 interface, it offers significantly faster read and write speeds than traditional SATA SSDs, resulting in much quicker boot times and snappier application loading.
Yes, the Crucial P2 supports AES 256-bit hardware encryption, which helps keep your stored data secure and protected.
Absolutely. With sequential read speeds up to 3500 MB/s, it is well-suited for gaming, content creation, and other high-performance tasks that require fast data access.
The Crucial P2 has a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) rating of 1.5 million hours, making it a reliable choice for long-term storage of your digital files.
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