CrucialReleased 2023

Crucial T700 2TB NVMe SSD

A entry-level pick in the ssds line-up, with 2000 GB up front.

38/100
Mixed bag
Overall score · how we rate
2000 GB12400 MB/sNVMe 2.011800 MB/s1500000 IOPS1200 TBW
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Why we rate it

  • DRAM cache
  • TRIM
  • S.M.A.R.T.
  • Above-average sequential read
  • Below-average endurance
Score profile

Where the Crucial T700 2TB NVMe SSD wins and loses

Scored against the ssds class
CapacitySequentialRandomControllerEnduranceFeatures354153535049
Capacity and interface
35
Sequential performance
41
Random performance
53
Controller and NAND
53
Endurance and reliability
50
Features
49
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Capacity and interface

Capacity2000 GB
Form factorM.2 2280
InterfaceNVMe 2.0
PCIe generationPCIe 5.0
PCIe lanes4

Sequential performance

Sequential read12400 MB/s
Sequential write11800 MB/s

Random performance

Random read (4K Q32)1500000
Random write (4K Q32)1500000

Controller and NAND

ControllerPhison E26
NAND typeMicron 232-layer TLC
DRAM cacheYes
DRAM cache size4096 MB
Host memory bufferNo

Endurance and reliability

Endurance1200 TBW
MTBF1500000 hours
Warranty5 years

Features

Hardware encryptionAES 256-bit, TCG/Opal 2.0
TRIMYes
S.M.A.R.T.Yes
Heatsink includedNo
PS5 compatibleNo

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Head to head

Crucial T700 2TB NVMe SSD vs Sabrent Sabrent Rocket 5 2TB NVMe SSD

Highlighted cell = better in that row
CapacitySequentialRandomControllerEnduranceFeatures
Crucial T700 2TB NVMe SSDSabrent Rocket 5 2TB NVMe SSD
 CrucialCrucial T700 2TB NVMe SSDThis pageSabrentSabrent Rocket 5 2TB NVMe SSD
Overall score38 /10039 /100Better
Capacity2000 GB2000 GB
Seq read12400 MB/s14000 MB/sBetter
Seq write11800 MB/s12000 MB/sBetter
InterfaceNVMe 2.0NVMe 2.0
Form factorM.2 2280M.2 2280
TBW1200 TBW1400 TBWBetter
Who it's for

Is the Crucial T700 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 T700 2TB NVMe SSD worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 38/100 against other ssds, a entry-level result where the class average is around 40.

What stands out on the Crucial T700 2TB NVMe SSD?

Its dram cache stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the Lexar NM790 1TB?

The Lexar NM790 1TB scores 39/100 versus this one at 38/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.