Crucial MX500 SATA Internal SSD 500GB
- 500 GB of 3D NAND storage
- 2.5 inch SATA, 6 Gb/s interface
- 560 MB/s read speed, **510 MB/s** media speed
- 5-year limited warranty
- 7mm to 9.5mm spacer and cloning software in the box
- PC and Mac platforms, desktop and laptop
Last refreshed Sep 9, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A SATA drive that moves an older laptop or desktop off a spinning disk, with a spacer and cloning software supplied. It uses the SATA interface, so it will not fit an NVMe slot.
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ASIN: B0786QNS9BModel: CT500MX500SSD1Category: Internal Solid State Drives
Overview
Not a gum-stick NVMe card, this is a SATA drive that connects with the same cable and bay as a hard disk. Dynamic write acceleration and power loss protection are built in, and the box adds a spacer and cloning software.
Replacing a mechanical boot drive is the clearest use, since the box carries the spacer for thicker bays and cloning software to copy the old disk. The limitation is the interface: SATA speeds cap well below what NVMe drives reach, and machines without a matching drive bay cannot use it.
Who it's for
A machine that has a free drive bay and a SATA port suits this drive, and the supplied cloning software helps when moving an existing install. Owners of newer thin laptops with only card slots should shop for an NVMe drive.
Pros and cons
- Cloning software included
- Spacer included for thicker bays
- Power loss immunity built in
- Adaptive thermal protection
- SATA interface limits top speed
- Needs a drive bay of that size
- Cache listed without a unit
- No NVMe connector
Performance notes
Read and write behaviour is governed by the SATA link and by dynamic write acceleration, which uses part of the NAND as a fast buffer for incoming data. Adaptive thermal protection slows the drive if it runs hot to protect the data. Sustained speed in daily use therefore depends on how full the drive is and on the host controller.
Where it stands among internal solid state drives
- #6 most-searched brand and model of the 91 internal solid state drives lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 19 internal solid state drives we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | Crucial |
|---|---|
| Model | CT500MX500SSD1 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness | 5.1 x 3.9 x 0.4 inches |
| Item weight | 39.4 g |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Digital Storage Capacity | 500 GB |
| Media Speed | 510 MB |
| Read Speed | 560 MB/s |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Hard Disk Interface | SATA 6 GB/s |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop, Laptop |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 5-year limited |
| Other details | |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch |
| Data Transfer Rate | 6 gigabits per second |
| Hardware Platform | PC; Mac |
| BuiltIn Media | 7mm to 9.5mm spacer, Acronis True Image for Crucial cloning software, MX500 SSD |
Closest rivals on specs
Patriot P210 SATA Internal SSD 256GB- Digital Storage Capacity 0.5 vs 0.3 TB (+67%)
- HardDrive Size 0.5 vs 0.3 TB (+67%)
- Item Weight 0.09 vs 0.1 pounds (-10%)
Samsung 990 EVO NVMe SSD 1TB- Digital Storage Capacity 0.5 vs 1 TB (-50%)
- HardDrive Size 0.5 vs 1 TB (-50%)
Frequently asked questions
What comes in the box with the Crucial MX500 500GB?
The drive, a 7mm to 9.5mm spacer, and Acronis True Image for Crucial cloning and installation software. No SATA cable or mounting bracket is listed.
Will the Crucial MX500 fit an NVMe slot?
No. It is a 2.5 inch SATA drive and needs a SATA connection and a bay of that size.
Does the Crucial MX500 work in a Mac?
The listing names PC and Mac as supported platforms. It does not give model-by-model compatibility.
How long is the warranty on the Crucial MX500?
The listing states a 5-year limited warranty.