CrucialReleased 2024
Crucial P310 2TB NVMe SSD
A entry-level ssd for PC builders, leading with 2000 GB.
25/100
2000 GB7100 MB/sNVMe 2.06000 MB/s1000000 IOPS440 TBW
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Why we rate it
- Host memory buffer
- TRIM
- S.M.A.R.T.
- Above-average warranty
- Below-average random read (4k q32)
Score profile
Scored against the ssds classWhere the Crucial P310 2TB NVMe SSD wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Capacity and interface
Capacity2000 GB
Form factorM.2 2280
InterfaceNVMe 2.0
PCIe generationPCIe 4.0
PCIe lanes4
Sequential performance
Sequential read7100 MB/s
Sequential write6000 MB/s
Random performance
Random read (4K Q32)1000000
Random write (4K Q32)1200000
Controller and NAND
ControllerSilicon Motion SM2269XT
NAND typeMicron 232-layer QLC
DRAM cacheNo
Host memory bufferYes
Endurance and reliability
Endurance440 TBW
MTBF1500000 hours
Warranty5 years
Features
TRIMYes
S.M.A.R.T.Yes
Heatsink includedNo
PS5 compatibleYes
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Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowCrucial P310 2TB NVMe SSD vs Crucial Crucial T700 2TB NVMe SSD
Crucial P310 2TB NVMe SSDCrucial T700 2TB NVMe SSD
| CrucialCrucial P310 2TB NVMe SSDThis page | CrucialCrucial T700 2TB NVMe SSD | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 25 /100 | 38 /100Better |
| Capacity | 2000 GB | 2000 GB |
| Seq read | 7100 MB/s | 12400 MB/sBetter |
| Seq write | 6000 MB/s | 11800 MB/sBetter |
| Interface | NVMe 2.0 | NVMe 2.0 |
| Form factor | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 |
| TBW | 440 TBW | 1200 TBWBetter |
Who it's for
Is the Crucial P310 2TB NVMe SSD right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable ssd for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need flagship-tier performance, in which case a higher-tier ssd is the better call.
Performance builder
Chasing frames and headroom in a high-end rig.
okay
Mainstream builder
Wants strong value in a balanced build.
good
Budget builder
Stretching every pound in an entry rig.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Crucial P310 2TB NVMe SSD worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 25/100 against other ssds, a entry-level result where the class average is around 40.
What stands out on the Crucial P310 2TB NVMe SSD?
Its host memory buffer stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Crucial X9 Pro 1TB?
The Crucial X9 Pro 1TB scores 26/100 versus this one at 25/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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