Crucial BX500 CT240BX500SSD1 240GB 2.5" SATA III SSD - 540/500 MB/s 3D NAND (Boxed)
240GB 2.5-inch SATA III SSD with 3D NAND. Up to 540 MB/s read, 500 MB/s write speeds. DRAM-less design, 80TB endurance, 7mm slim profile. Supports TRIM, S.M.A.R.T., AES 256-bit encryption. Ideal for PC/laptop upgrades.
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| Storage (SSD & HDD) - Device Type | Internal SSD |
|---|---|
| Storage (SSD & HDD) - Capacity | Up to 256GB |
| Storage (SSD & HDD) - Sequential Read Speed (SSD) | Up to 550 MB s |
| Storage (SSD & HDD) - DRAM Cache (SSD) | None (DRAM-less) |
| Storage (SSD & HDD) - Interface | SATA III |
| Storage (SSD & HDD) - Heatsink (SSD) | Not Included |
| Storage (SSD & HDD) - Form Factor | 2.5 inch |
| Storage (SSD & HDD) - PCIe Lanes (SSD) | Not Specified |
Essential performance at budget price
The Crucial BX500 240GB SSD brings flash memory speed to your laptop or desktop, making it respond like a new computer without the high cost. Using Micron 3D NAND and Silicon Motion SM2258XT controller, it delivers up to 540 MB/s sequential reads and 500 MB/s writes over SATA III (6Gb/s). This DRAM-less SSD uses a dynamic SLC cache for reliable performance in everyday tasks like booting, file loading, and app responsiveness.
Perfect for upgrading older systems, the slim 7mm 2.5-inch form factor fits most laptops and desktops. It includes 256-bit AES hardware encryption, TRIM, and S.M.A.R.T. support for long-term reliability with 80TB TBW endurance (43GB/day for 5 years). Crucial provides easy cloning software (Acronis True Image), installation guides, and award-winning support.
- SATA III 6Gb/s interface, backward compatible
- Micron 3D NAND TLC flash
- No DRAM cache, uses HMB/SLC buffer
- Low power: ~1.55W average under load
- MTBF 1.5 million hours
- 3-year limited warranty
| SSD capacity | 240 GB |
| SSD form factor | 2.5-inch (7mm) |
| Interface | Serial ATA III (6 Gbit/s) |
| Memory type | 3D NAND (Micron TLC) |
| Component for | PC/Laptop |
| Read speed | 540 MB/s |
| Write speed | 500 MB/s |
| SSD Endurance (TBW) | 80 TB |
| Endurance rating (5 years) | 43 GB/day |
| S.M.A.R.T. support | Yes |
| TRIM support | Yes |
| Security algorithms | 256-bit AES |
| Mean time between failures (MTBF) | 1500000 h |
| Width | 100.3 mm |
| Depth | 63.5 mm |
| Height | 7 mm |
| Product colour | Black |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 70 °C |
| Certification | FCC, UL, TUV, KCC, BSMI, VCCI, CE, WEE, EPEAT, Halogen Free, SATA-IO, ICES |
| Compliance certificates | RoHS |
| Warranty | 3 years limited |