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Crucial T705 Gen5 NVMe SSD
- Reads/writes up to 14,500/12,700MB/s1
- Up to 4TB of storage2
- Available with and without an integrated heatsink3
BEST FOR:
Gen5 storage for high-performance gaming
Crucial X10 Portable SSD
- Read speeds up to 2,100MB/s7
- Up to 8TB of storage2
- Compatible with Windows, Mac, Android™, iPad, Linux® and more8
BEST FOR:
Durable fast storage for photos, games, videos and more
Crucial T500 Gen4 NVMe SSD with heatsink
- Up to 7,400/7,000MB/s sequential reads/writes1
- Up to 4TB of storage2
- Ideal heatsink upgrade for PlayStation®5
BEST FOR:
High-performance Gen4 storage for gamers, creators and PS5 users
Crucial X9 Portable SSD
- Read speeds up to 1,050MB/s7
- Capacities of 1TB, 2TB and 4TB2
- Compatibile8 with Windows, Mac, Android™, iPad, Xbox®, PlayStation® and more
BEST FOR:
Portable storage for PlayStation and Xbox games
Crucial P310 Gen4 NVMe SSD
- Impressive read/write speeds up to 7,100/6,000MB/s1
- Spacious storage up to 2TB2
- Compatible PCIe® 4.0 storage for Steam Deck and ASUS Rog Ally consoles
BEST FOR:
Adding storage to handheld consoles and ultra compact laptops
Crucial P310 NVMe 2280 SSD
- Impressive read/write speeds up to 7,100/6,000MB/s1
- Spacious storage up to 4TB2
- Compatible PCIe® 4.0 storage for handhelds with M.2 2280 SSDs like the GPD WIN 4 (2025)
BEST FOR:
2280 storage for handheld consoles, PS5 and PCs
Crucial P510 Gen5 NVMe SSD
- Sequential reads/writes up to 11,000/9,500MB/s1
- Capacities up to 2TB2
- Available with and without an integrated heatsink3
BEST FOR:
Fast Gen5 storage for games, creativity and more
Crucial X10 Pro Portable SSD
- Reads/writes up to 2,100/2,000MB/s7
- Capacities up to 4TB2
- Compatible with Windows, Mac, Android™, iPad, PC, Linux®, PlayStation® and Xbox® consoles8
BEST FOR:
Professional grade storage for videographers and photographers
Crucial Pro series
Top-tier storage for endless wins
Faster renders, better textures — elevate your gaming potential with ultra-smooth responsiveness and epic speed.
Revolutionary memory for unstoppable performance
Run multiple applications while gaming and achieve higher FPS to outpace your competition and stream your victories for all to see.
Build your gaming PC or upgrade your rig
Ready to add award-winning memory and storage to your arsenal? Our compatibility tools take the guesswork out of choosing the right products to upgrade or build your rig.
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A guided selection to find your system with Crucial AI
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The fastest, easiest way to find compatible upgrades
Battle of the gaming gear: Top gaming solutions at a glance
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Max speed |
6,400MT/s |
5,600MT/s |
4,800MT/s UDIMM |
7,500MT/s |
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Max density |
64GB |
128GB |
128GB |
64GB |
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Compatibility |
AMD, Intel DDR5 |
AMD, Intel DDR5 multi-core CPUs |
AMD, Intel DDR5 multi-core CPUs |
LPCAMM2-enabled laptops |
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Best for |
AAA gaming, lag-free streaming, high-performance content creation |
Gaming, workstation use and professional content creation |
Faster computing, gaming, and content creation |
Longer battery life, higher performance than SODIMM memory |
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Max speed |
14,500MB/s |
11,000MB/s |
7,100MB/s |
7,100MB/s |
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Max density |
4TB |
2TB |
4TB |
2TB |
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Generation |
Gen5 |
Gen5 |
Gen4 |
Gen4 |
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Heatsink option |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
No |
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Best for |
High-performance gaming, creative professional, and workstation use |
Fast Gen5 storage for games, creativity and more |
Multipurpose storage for games, creativity and PlayStation®5 SSD upgrades |
Added storage for handheld gaming devices and ultra compact laptops |
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Max speed |
2,100MB/s |
1,050MB/s |
2,100MB/s |
1,050MB/s |
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Max density |
4TB |
4TB |
8TB |
4TB |
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Compatibility |
Windows, Mac, Android™, iPad, PC, Linux®, PlayStation® and Xbox® consoles |
Windows, Mac, Android™, iPad, PC, Linux®, PlayStation® and Xbox® consoles |
Windows, Mac, Android™, iPad, Linux® and more |
Windows, Mac, Android™, iPad, Xbox®, PlayStation® and more |
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Durability |
IP55 water and dust resistant; drop resistant up to 7.5 feet (2.29 meters) |
IP55 water and dust resistant; drop resistant up to 7.5 feet (2.29 meters) |
IP65 water and dust resistant; drop resistant up to 9.8 feet (3 meters) |
Drop resistant up to 7.5 feet (2.29 meters) |
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Dimensions |
65x50 mm; weight of 42 grams |
65x50 mm; weight of 38 grams |
65x50 mm |
65x50 mm |
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Best for |
Professional grade storage for videographers and photographers |
Fast performance to save, edit, and back up on the go |
Durable fast storage for photos, games, videos and more |
Worry-free storage for games, files and backups |
Meet Emiliano Flores, CRL Rookie of the Year
Esport hero, Emiliano, aka Durtho to his fans, knows that glitch-free gaming, requires powerful tech. That's why he partners with Crucial to get the superfast load times and ultra-smooth responsiveness he needs to destroy his competition and stay ahead of the pack.
Glitch-free glory is just an upgrade away.
Success stories
There are stories behind every build, every upgrade, and every battle, win or lose. See what our customers are saying about their upgrades.
[Crucial RAM] helps me get the highest performance out of my laptop. Whenever I’m setting up a brand-new computer or a gently used one, I rely on Crucial for maxing out the RAM and upgrading the hard drive.
Cartman
East Coast
When putting together [a] new PC, I decided to splurge on a high-end SSD to take advantage of its PCIe 5.0 support. Although the PC is used mostly for gaming, I also do video/photo editing. This SSD is both huge and fast.
Matt
New York
Crucial SSDs have the specification that prove they invest in R&D. The devices will never let you down.
Antony E.
Los Angeles, California
Gaming FAQs
Explore answers to your top questions about gaming memory and SSDs to boost your gaming setup
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What does RAM do for gaming performance?
RAM (Random Access Memory) is crucial for gaming as it stores the data that your CPU needs to access quickly. More RAM allows for better multitasking and smoother gameplay, especially in modern games that require more memory. Insufficient RAM can lead to lag and slower performance.
When you open a game, for example, the game’s assets, such as textures, models and sounds, are loaded into RAM to allow for quick access and smooth gameplay. Similarly, when you switch between applications, the data in RAM helps ensure that the transition is fast and seamless. Once you shut down or restart your computer, the data in RAM is cleared, as it is a volatile form of memory.
For more information, visit our article on What Does RAM Do?
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What are the benefits of SSDs for gaming?
Upgrading to an SSD for gaming offers several benefits, including significantly faster load times, quicker boot-ups and improved overall system responsiveness. SSDs also have no moving parts, making them more durable and less prone to mechanical failure compared to HDDs. This upgrade can enhance your gaming experience by reducing wait times and providing smoother gameplay.
For more information, visit our article on How NVMe SSDs Improve Gaming.
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How much RAM do I need for modern gaming?
For modern gaming, 16GB of RAM is generally recommended. This amount ensures that you can run the latest games smoothly and handle other background tasks without performance issues. Some high-end games and applications may benefit from 32GB, but 16GB is sufficient for most gamers. Check your game requirements to see how much RAM is needed.
For more information, visit our article on How Much RAM Do I Need for Gaming?
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How do read and write speeds impact gaming performance?
Read and write speeds determine how quickly data can be accessed and saved on your storage device. Higher speeds mean faster game load times, quicker file transfers and better overall performance. SSDs typically offer much higher read and write speeds compared to HDDs, making them ideal for gaming.
For more information, visit our article on What to Know About Common SSD Specifications.
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How do I know if RAM or SSD is compatible with my motherboard?
To check if your motherboard supports a specific type of RAM or SSD, you need to look at the motherboard's specifications. For SSDs, check for available slots (like M.2 or SATA) and ensure compatibility with the SSD's interface. Most modern motherboards support a variety of SSDs, but it's always good to double-check. You can also use tools like the Crucial System Scanner and Upgrade Selector to easily determine compatibility and find the right RAM or SSD for your system.
For more information, visit our article on Motherboard and RAM Compatibility.
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How much storage do I need for my game library?
The amount of storage you need depends on the size of your game library. Modern games can be quite large, often exceeding 50GB each. Given that the average triple-A game requires around 80-100GB of storage, you could fit approximately 10 to 12 of these games on a 1TB SSD. This estimate accounts for the typical size range of modern games, but keep in mind that some games might be larger, especially with updates and additional content. A 1TB SSD is a good starting point for most gamers, providing ample space for several games, applications and files. If you have a large library, consider a 2TB or larger SSD.
For more information, view all our gaming articles.
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What are the benefits of SSDs for gaming?
The Crucial T500 is one of the best SSDs for the PlayStation®5. It offers excellent performance making it a great choice for expanding your console's storage. The PlayStation 5 comes with an 825GB SSD, but only 667.2GB of that is usable for games and apps due to system files. The Crucial T500 SSD, on the other hand, offers up to 4TB of storage for around 45 AAA games.
For more information, visit our article on how to get more storage for your PS5.
Additional resources
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- Typical I/O performance as measured using CrystalDiskMark® with a queue depth of 512 and write cache enabled. Windows 11 Core isolation disabled for performance measurement. Fresh out-of-box (FOB) state is assumed. For performance measurement purposes, the SSD may be restored to FOB state using the secure erase command. System variations will affect measured results.
- Some storage capacity is used for formatting and other purposes and is not available for data storage. 1GB equals 1 billion bytes.
- Non-heatsink versions must be installed with a motherboard or alternate heatsink to achieve optimal performance.
- Crucial DDR5 desktop memory modules (UDIMMs) can reach rated speeds with Intel XMP 3.0 or most AMD EXPOTM turned on in the UEFI/BIOS settings. Applicable for all Crucial DDR5 desktop memory (UDIMM) modules except Crucial DDR5-4800 desktop memory, which supports only Intel® XMP 3.0. Based on published competitor specs for DDR5 memory as of August 2023.
- Comparing the true memory latency of Crucial Pro DRAM: OC Gaming Edition of 12ns for 6,400MT/s CL40 to the true memory latency of Crucial Pro DRAM Plug-and-Play edition of 16ns for 6,000MT/s CL48. 12ns is 25% lower than 16ns of true memory latency.
- Densities are defined by JEDEC for the life of the DDR5 generation of memory.
- MB/s speed measured as maximum sequential performance of device as measured by Crucial on a high-performance desktop computer with Crystal Disk Mark (version 8.0.1 for x64). Your performance may vary.
- Compatibility may vary and may be contingent on device formatting and host capabilities. Compatible Android devices must be able to work with USB Mass Storage over OTG. Operating system updates and reformatting may be required.
- Up to 2.29 meters or 3 meters without impact to data on a carpeted floor.