Essential PC upgrades start with the Crucial BX500 SATA SSD
Fly through
everything you do
Start your system in seconds, load files almost instantly, and accelerate the most demanding applications with the Crucial BX500
Store up to 4TB of data2
Save massive amounts of photos, music, and videos
Experience fast access to your media, creations, and designs
Enjoy the efficiency of Micron 3D NAND
Cutting-edge components engineered for efficiency
Uses a minimal amount of power to deliver a high price-to-performance ratio
Install with confidence
Easy step-by-step Crucial SSD install guide
Install your SSD quickly with everything transferred over, hassle free
Upgrade with a drive you can count on
Thoroughly tried, tested, and proven
Secure your most important files with established dependability
Typical I/O performance numbers as measured using IOMeter with a queue depth of 32 and write cache enabled. Fresh out-of-the-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 of the storage capacity is used for formatting and other purposes and is not available for data storage. 1GB equals 1 billion bytes. Not all capacities available at initial launch.
Active average power use comparison based on published specs of the 480GB Crucial BX500 SSD and the 1TB Western Digital Caviar Blue WD10EZEX internal hard drive. All other capacities of the Crucial BX500 SSD have comparable active average power consumption specs.
“/JP” is attached at the end of the parts number of official Japanese distributed products shipped after April 2017.
Specifications
General tech specs
SSD Series
BX500
Interface
SATA (6Gb/s)
Total Density
1TB
Kit Quantity
1
Form Factor
2.5-inch (7mm)
SSD Endurance TBW
360TB
Speed & timing
Sequential Write
500 MB/s
Sequential Read
540 MB/s
Warranty & returns
Warranty Description
Crucial offers different warranty levels for different products.
Micron quality and business-level reliability are baked into every one of our solid state drives. With thousands of hours of pre-release validation, and a heritage of award-winning SSDs, we are confident enough to include a three-year or five-year warranty, depending on the SSD product purchased.†
† Three years or five years or writing the maximum total bytes written (TBW) as published in the product datasheet and as measured in the product’s SMART data, whichever comes first.
It’s rare for customers to return Crucial products, but we offer a 45-day money-back period. If the problems exists after this period we are still here to help.
Part-specific certification of how this product meets the requirements of the current DIRECTIVE 2011/65/EU and 2015/863/EU, a.k.a. Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive (Recast).
First time I used it, I was amazed by this drive. I was upgrading my Hard drive to an internal SSD and the computer felt so much faster and responsive, my laptop startup times decreased from almost 2 min to less then 30 seconds. However, after only 1 month, it become too slow and I had less then 50 hours of use, low writing data and less then 300gb of used storage (out of 500gb). I ended up erasing the disk and install windows 10 again and do the garbage collection thing. Yet, it is still too slow. It got so slow that the startup times are now close to 5 min, has a very high latency and is constantly at 100% disk usage.
I am now going back and reinstall the old HD drive. A 2015 HD drive with very high use is faster and more responsive than a much newer SSD internal drive with only 1 month of use. This is a joke.
The reality is that the BX500 is an internal drive and is not made to be one..so it does not know how to manage is own disk and ends up getting slow, very soon.
Crucial really did a mistake on this drive and I lost all my confidence in Crucial.
Merchant Response
Hello ,
Greetings from Crucial Support!
Thank you for sharing your experience with the BX500 SSD on uk.Crucial.com. We’re sorry to hear about the performance issues you’ve encountered and appreciate the opportunity to assist you in resolving them.
From your description, the high disk usage and latency might stem from a combination of factors, such as background processes, outdated firmware, or system configurations. To help improve the performance of your SSD, we recommend the following troubleshooting steps:
1. Update the SSD Firmware:
Ensure that your BX500 SSD is running the latest firmware. You can download the Crucial Storage Executive tool from our website to check for updates and install them.
Crucial Storage Executive: https://uk.crucial.com/support/storage-executive
2. Check for Background Processes:
High disk usage can be caused by excessive background processes. Open Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc) and identify any applications or services using significant disk resources.
Consider disabling unnecessary startup applications and background processes to free up system resources.
3. Check for Drive Health and SMART Data:
Use the Crucial Storage Executive tool to review the drive's SMART attributes. Look for indicators such as reallocated sectors or unexpected power loss that could affect performance.
4. Perform a Secure Erase and Reinstallation:
If the SSD is still slow, we recommend securely erasing the drive using the Crucial Storage Executive tool and reinstalling Windows 10. Be sure to back up any important data before proceeding.
5. Optimize Power Settings:
Set your system to High Performance mode in Windows Power Options. This can reduce latency and improve responsiveness.
Optimizing your SATA SSD: https://uk.crucial.com/support/articles-faq-ssd/optimizing-your-ssd
6. Consider Active Garbage Collection:
Allow the drive to perform garbage collection by leaving the system idle in the BIOS for a few hours. This process helps clean up unused data and improve performance.
Active Garbage Collection: https://uk.crucial.com/support/articles-faq-ssd/ssd-used-to-be-faster-but-has-slowed-down
If the issue persists after these steps, please contact our support team directly via our email address crucialeusupport@micron.com with the following information for further assistance:
A screenshot of the SMART data from the Crucial Storage Executive tool.
Details about your system configuration (make, model, operating system).
We apologize for the inconvenience and assure you we’re committed to resolving this for you.
Meanwhile, if you have any further query, please feel free to reach out to us.
You can also visit our contact page: https://uk.crucial.com/support/contact to know about other ways to reach out to us.
Best regards,
Crucial Support Team
Cons
Durability
Slow
Unusable
Best for
Not for internal SSD
5
I would recommend this SSD
Submitted 3 months ago
By Nigel
From Scotland
Verified Buyer
Replaced my conventional hard drive with this SSD. It has transformed my computer from being slow and getting unuseable to super fast.
4
So far, so good.
Submitted 3 months ago
By x
From y
Verified Buyer
No issues within the 1st week of use.
5
Kaufe dieses Produkt wieder
Submitted 3 months ago
By Konrad
From Kruchten
Verified Buyer
Alles in bester Ordnung
Was this a gift?
No
5
I have bought this product a number of times
Submitted 4 months ago
By Gw
From FL
Verified Buyer
Home computers (3+ and laptops (3).
Was this a gift?
No
3
Ok as storage but not good enough as a system drive.
Submitted 4 months ago
By Daz
From Lancashire, UK
Verified Buyer
I used it as a system drive for a while, suddenly became slow - and not just a bit slow; unusably slow, twenty minutes to boot up, broken slow. Had to return for replacement.
Pros
Cheap
Cons
Problematic
Was this a gift?
No
Describe Yourself
Music and video producer, 40+ years IT exp.
5
Crucial BX500 1TB
Submitted 4 months ago
By Ordi64
From FRANCE
Verified Buyer
Product conform description.
Fast delivery
safe packaging
Perfect order follow-up
Nothing more to add.
Was this a gift?
No
5
my macbook pro mid 2012 now is SUPERFAST!
Submitted 4 months ago
By otrebor
From Rome (italy)
Verified Buyer
I have no words!!! this SSD really change my "old" mac book pro (mid 2012).....now is super fast, all the applications work perfectly! I am very satisfied for this purchase that really change the "life" on my mac!!!!!
Was this a gift?
No
5
The Product is as advertised it's a great-budget SSD
Submitted 4 months ago
By Andrei
From Germany
Verified Buyer
Great SSD with Great Performance with Great Price
Was this a gift?
No
We're sorry, but there is not enough quantity in stock to complete this order
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Before downloading, installing, accessing or using the micron technology, inc. ("MTI") system scanner software ("software") or clicking on "accept", please carefully read this on-line system scanner software license agreement ("agreement") which contains the terms and conditions under which you ("licensee") are acquiring a license to use the software. If licensee does not accept the terms and conditions of this agreement, please do not download, install, access or use the software, and do not click on "accept". If licensee downloads, installs, accesses or uses the software or clicks on "accept", licensee will be acquiring a license to use the software in object code form only in accordance with the terms and conditions of this agreement, and licensee will be considered to have accepted and agreed to all the terms and conditions of this agreement.
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All right, title and interest in and to the Software, including without limitation all patent, copyright, trademark, trade secret and all other proprietary and intellectual property rights, shall at all times remain with MTI (or its licensors). Licensee acknowledges and agrees that no ownership interest in or to the Software is transferred to Licensee hereunder, and that the Software is provided to Licensee during the term of this Agreement only and strictly on a license basis as provided for within this Agreement. MTI (or its licensors) reserves all rights not expressly granted.
3. Permitted Uses
a) Licensee may:
download, install and use one (1) copy of the Software on one (1) personal computer of Licensee; and
make one (1) additional copy of the Software in machine readable format for backup purposes only.
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sublicense, sublease, lease, sell, distribute, rent, permit concurrent use of or grant other rights in the Software;
provide use of the Software in a computer service business, network, time sharing or interactive cable television arrangement;
transfer or assign this Agreement; or
translate, copy, modify, adapt, alter, reverse engineer, create derivative works, decompile or disassemble any part of the Software.
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5. Limitation of Liability
The entire risk as to the download, installation, access, use, results and performance of the software is assumed by licensee. MTI shall not be liable under any circumstances or any legal or equitable theory, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability or otherwise, for any lost revenue or profits, lost or damaged data or any other commercial or economic loss, or for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, exemplary, punitive or special damages whatsoever arising out of or relating to the software or to this agreement, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. These limitations shall apply notwithstanding any failure of essential purpose of any limited remedy. Nothing in this agreement shall restrict MTI's liability in a manner which is expressly prohibited by applicable law.
6. Term and Termination
This Agreement is effective until terminated. Licensee may terminate this Agreement at any time by ceasing all use of the Software. This Agreement shall terminate immediately without notice from MTI if Licensee fails to comply with any provision of this Agreement. Upon termination, Licensee must destroy all copies of the Software.
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Any download, installation, access or use of the Software for or on behalf of the United States of America, its agencies and/or instrumentalities ("U.S. Government"), is provided with Restricted Rights. Use, duplication, or disclosure by the U.S. Government is subject to restrictions as set forth in subparagraph (c)(1)(ii) of the Rights in Technical Data and Computer Software clause at DFARS 252.227-7013 or subparagraphs (c)(1) and (2) of the Commercial Computer Software - Restricted Rights at 48 CFR 52.227-19, as applicable. Manufacturer is Micron Technology, Inc., 8000 S. Federal Way, Boise, Idaho 83707-0006.
8. Export Restrictions
The Software and technical data delivered under this Agreement are subject to U.S. export control laws and may be subject to export or import regulations in other countries. Licensee agrees to comply strictly with all such laws and regulations and acknowledges that Licensee has the responsibility to obtain such licenses to export, re-export, or import as may be required.
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This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Idaho and controlling U.S. federal law. No choice of law or conflict of law principles shall apply, and the 1980 United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods, if applicable, is expressly excluded. Licensee agrees that the state and federal courts located in Idaho constitute a convenient forum for any litigation and Licensee submits to the exclusive and personal jurisdiction and venue of such courts. This transaction is void wherever such transaction is prohibited.
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Before downloading, installing, accessing or using the micron technology, inc. ("MTI") system scanner software ("software") or clicking on "accept", please carefully read this on-line system scanner software license agreement ("agreement") which contains the terms and conditions under which you ("licensee") are acquiring a license to use the software. If licensee does not accept the terms and conditions of this agreement, please do not download, install, access or use the software, and do not click on "accept". If licensee downloads, installs, accesses or uses the software or clicks on "accept", licensee will be acquiring a license to use the software in object code form only in accordance with the terms and conditions of this agreement, and licensee will be considered to have accepted and agreed to all the terms and conditions of this agreement.
1. License
MTI grants to Licensee during the term of this Agreement a non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable and restricted license to use internally the Software strictly for the purposes of determining possible memory upgrades to Licensee's personal computer. No resale, relicensing, export, re-export or other redistribution of the Software in any way is permitted. Licensee acknowledges and agrees that it is solely responsible for the provision, maintenance and operation of all software (including without limitation all operating systems, web browsers, and network software), hardware, firmware, computer and telecommunications equipment and services, and all other third party products, materials and services necessary or useful for the proper download, installation, operation, access and/or use of the Software, and for paying any and all fees, costs and expenses associated with any and all of the foregoing.
2. Ownership
All right, title and interest in and to the Software, including without limitation all patent, copyright, trademark, trade secret and all other proprietary and intellectual property rights, shall at all times remain with MTI (or its licensors). Licensee acknowledges and agrees that no ownership interest in or to the Software is transferred to Licensee hereunder, and that the Software is provided to Licensee during the term of this Agreement only and strictly on a license basis as provided for within this Agreement. MTI (or its licensors) reserves all rights not expressly granted.
3. Permitted Uses
a) Licensee may:
download, install and use one (1) copy of the Software on one (1) personal computer of Licensee; and
make one (1) additional copy of the Software in machine readable format for backup purposes only.
b) Licensee is prohibited to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law from doing any of the following:
sublicense, sublease, lease, sell, distribute, rent, permit concurrent use of or grant other rights in the Software;
provide use of the Software in a computer service business, network, time sharing or interactive cable television arrangement;
transfer or assign this Agreement; or
translate, copy, modify, adapt, alter, reverse engineer, create derivative works, decompile or disassemble any part of the Software.
4. No Warranties
The software is provided "as is" and "as available" without any representations or warranties whatsoever. MTI does not represent or warrant that the software will be error-free, bug-free, uninterrupted, timely, complete, accurate or secure. Without limiting the foregoing, MTI expressly disclaims any and all representations and warranties, whether express or implied, oral or written, statutory or otherwise, including, but not limited to, warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, title, and those arising from a course of dealing, usage, trade custom or practice. These disclaimers shall apply to the maximum extent permissible under applicable law.
5. Limitation of Liability
The entire risk as to the download, installation, access, use, results and performance of the software is assumed by licensee. MTI shall not be liable under any circumstances or any legal or equitable theory, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability or otherwise, for any lost revenue or profits, lost or damaged data or any other commercial or economic loss, or for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, exemplary, punitive or special damages whatsoever arising out of or relating to the software or to this agreement, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. These limitations shall apply notwithstanding any failure of essential purpose of any limited remedy. Nothing in this agreement shall restrict MTI's liability in a manner which is expressly prohibited by applicable law.
6. Term and Termination
This Agreement is effective until terminated. Licensee may terminate this Agreement at any time by ceasing all use of the Software. This Agreement shall terminate immediately without notice from MTI if Licensee fails to comply with any provision of this Agreement. Upon termination, Licensee must destroy all copies of the Software.
7. U.S. Government Licensee
Any download, installation, access or use of the Software for or on behalf of the United States of America, its agencies and/or instrumentalities ("U.S. Government"), is provided with Restricted Rights. Use, duplication, or disclosure by the U.S. Government is subject to restrictions as set forth in subparagraph (c)(1)(ii) of the Rights in Technical Data and Computer Software clause at DFARS 252.227-7013 or subparagraphs (c)(1) and (2) of the Commercial Computer Software - Restricted Rights at 48 CFR 52.227-19, as applicable. Manufacturer is Micron Technology, Inc., 8000 S. Federal Way, Boise, Idaho 83707-0006.
8. Export Restrictions
The Software and technical data delivered under this Agreement are subject to U.S. export control laws and may be subject to export or import regulations in other countries. Licensee agrees to comply strictly with all such laws and regulations and acknowledges that Licensee has the responsibility to obtain such licenses to export, re-export, or import as may be required.
9. Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Idaho and controlling U.S. federal law. No choice of law or conflict of law principles shall apply, and the 1980 United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods, if applicable, is expressly excluded. Licensee agrees that the state and federal courts located in Idaho constitute a convenient forum for any litigation and Licensee submits to the exclusive and personal jurisdiction and venue of such courts. This transaction is void wherever such transaction is prohibited.
10. General
Any provision of this Agreement which is held to be prohibited or unenforceable in any jurisdiction shall, as to such jurisdiction, be severed from this Agreement and ineffective to the extent of such prohibition or unenforceability without invalidating the remaining portions hereof or affecting the validity or enforceability of such provision in any other jurisdiction. This Agreement sets forth the entire agreement and understanding of the parties relating to the subject matter herein and merges all prior discussions and understandings between the parties relating to the subject matter herein. No modification of or amendment to this Agreement, nor any waiver of any rights under this Agreement, shall be effective unless in writing signed by MTI.