Crucial BX500 240GB 3D NAND SATA 2.5-Inch Internal SSD, up to 540Mb/S - CT240BX5
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About this product
The Crucial BX500 is a 240GB 3D NAND SATA 2.5-inch internal SSD, designed to enhance system performance with read speeds up to 6 Gigabytes Per Second (or 540 MB/s). It features a slim 0.27-inch thickness and is compatible with desktops and laptops. This solid-state drive includes a 3-year limited warranty and a special data recovery service, providing assurance and support.
Our take
This Crucial BX500 240GB SSD is positioned as an excellent entry-level upgrade for those still using a traditional hard drive. Its 2.5-inch form factor and SATA 6.0 Gb/s interface ensure broad compatibility across most laptops and desktops. The advertised read speed of 540 MB/s will deliver a very noticeable improvement in boot times and application responsiveness. The included 3-year limited warranty and special data recovery service add significant value and peace of mind. While 240GB is on the smaller side for primary storage, it's perfect for an OS and essential applications.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Up to 540MB/s read speed
- 3-year Limited Warranty
- Includes Data Recovery Service
- 2.5-inch slim form factor
Cons
- 240GB capacity can be restrictive
- SATA 6.0 Gb/s is not the fastest interface
Specifications
- Brand CRUCIAL TECHNOLOGY
- Warranty Description 3-year Limited Warranty
- Number of Items 1
- Read Speed 6 Gigabytes Per Second
- Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness 3.95"L x 2.75"W x 0.27"Th
- Hard Disk Description Solid State Hard Drive
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- Item Type Name
- Crucial BX500 240GB 3D NAND SATA 2.5-inch SSD - CT240BX500SSD1
- Hard-Drive Size
- 240 GB
- Unit Count
- 1.0 Count
- Media Speed
- 500 Megabytes Per Second
- Model Number
- CT240BX500SSD1
- Hardware Connectivity
- SATA 6.0 Gb/s
- Installation Type
- Internal Hard Drive
- Model Name
- Crucial BX500 SSD
- Memory Storage Capacity
- 240 GB
- Additional Features
- Data Recovery Service
- Form Factor
- 2.5-inch
- Specific Uses For Product
- personal, gaming, business
- Manufacturer
- CRUCIAL TECHNOLOGY
- Customer Package Type
- Frustration-Free Packaging
- Global Trade Identification Number
- 00649528787323
- Item Weight
- 0.06 Kilograms
- Connectivity Technology
- SATA
- Special Feature
- Data Recovery Service
- Data Transfer Rate
- 6 Gigabytes Per Second
- Color
- Black/Blue
- Cache Memory Installed Size
- 240 GB
- Compatible Devices
- This drive is compatible with desktops and laptops that accept 2.
- Hard Disk Interface
- Solid State
- Digital Storage Capacity
- 240 GB
- Built-In Media
- Internal 3D NAND Solid State Drive
- Hard Disk Size
- 240 GB
- UPC
- 313033647679
