Crucial MX300 CT525MX300SSD1 525GB 2.5" SATA Solid State Drive
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About this product
The Crucial MX300 CT525MX300SSD1 is a 525GB 2.5-inch internal SATA Solid State Drive. It offers read speeds of 530MB/s and a transfer rate of 600 Mbps, compatible with both SATA II and SATA III interfaces. This SSD includes features such as shock resistance, secure encryption, password protection, and low noise levels, making it a reliable upgrade for PCs. Its dimensions are 4.06in length, 2.76in height, and 0.28in width.
Our take
This Crucial MX300 525GB SSD is a very capable drive for anyone looking to upgrade their PC's storage. The 530MB/s read speed ensures a noticeable performance boost for everyday tasks, from booting up to loading applications. The broad feature set, including shock resistance, secure encryption, and password protection, adds significant value and peace of mind regarding data safety. While the write speed is vaguely listed as '4x', the overall performance benefits of an SSD over a traditional hard drive are undeniable. It's a solid choice for a main drive.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 530MB/s read speed for fast performance
- Includes shock resistance and secure encryption
- Password protection and low noise level
- Compatible with SATA II and SATA III interfaces
- 525GB capacity for system and software
Cons
- Write speed is generically listed as '4x'
- Only compatible with PC, not Mac
Specifications
- Compatible With PC
- Color Silver
- MPN CT525MX300SSD1
- Item Length 4.06in.
- Brand Crucial
- Form Factor 2.5 in
Show all 19 specifications
- Type
- Internal SSD
- Unit Type
- Unit
- Read Speed
- 530MB/s
- Drive Type(s) Supported
- SSD (Solid State Drive)
- Item Height
- 2.76in.
- Model
- CT525MX300SSD1
- Transfer Rate
- 600 Mbps
- Storage Format
- HDD & SSD
- Features
- Low Noise Level, Auto Power On/Off, Removable, Shock Resistant, Password Protection, Adaptive Memory Technology, Hot Swap, RoHS Compliant, Rugged, Water Resistant, Secure Encryption
- Storage Capacity
- 525 GB
- Write Speed
- 4x
- Interface
- SATA III, SATA II
- Item Width
- 0.28in.
