CrucialReleased 2024

Crucial T705 2TB NVMe SSD

The Crucial T705 2TB NVMe SSD lands as a entry-level ssd, built around 2000 GB.

41/100
Mixed bag
Overall score · how we rate
2000 GB14500 MB/sNVMe 2.012700 MB/s1550000 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 T705 2TB NVMe SSD wins and loses

Scored against the ssds class
CapacitySequentialRandomControllerEnduranceFeatures364557555551
Capacity and interface
36
Sequential performance
45
Random performance
57
Controller and NAND
55
Endurance and reliability
55
Features
51
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 read14500 MB/s
Sequential write12700 MB/s

Random performance

Random read (4K Q32)1550000
Random write (4K Q32)1800000

Controller and NAND

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

Endurance and reliability

Endurance1200 TBW
MTBF2000000 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 T705 2TB NVMe SSD vs Sabrent Sabrent Rocket 5 2TB NVMe SSD

Highlighted cell = better in that row
CapacitySequentialRandomControllerEnduranceFeatures
Crucial T705 2TB NVMe SSDSabrent Rocket 5 2TB NVMe SSD
 CrucialCrucial T705 2TB NVMe SSDThis pageSabrentSabrent Rocket 5 2TB NVMe SSD
Overall score41 /100Better39 /100
Capacity2000 GB2000 GB
Seq read14500 MB/sBetter14000 MB/s
Seq write12700 MB/sBetter12000 MB/s
InterfaceNVMe 2.0NVMe 2.0
Form factorM.2 2280M.2 2280
TBW1200 TBW1400 TBWBetter
Who it's for

Is the Crucial T705 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 T705 2TB NVMe SSD worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 41/100 against other ssds, a entry-level result where the class average is around 40.

What stands out on the Crucial T705 2TB NVMe SSD?

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

How does it compare to the Crucial T710 1TB?

The Crucial T710 1TB scores 42/100 versus this one at 41/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.