Crucial MX300 2TB 3D NAND SATA III 2.5" Internal SSD

The Crucial CT2050MX300SSD1 is a 2TB internal solid state drive designed for any computer that accepts a standard 2.5-inch SATA bay. It offers a simple drop-in upgrade that can revive an aging laptop or give a new desktop the quick start-up and file access speeds many users expect today.

With sequential read speeds that reach up to 530 MB/s and write speeds up to 510 MB/s, the drive loads operating systems, applications, and large media projects in a fraction of the time required by a traditional hard disk. Dynamic Write Acceleration adjusts resources on-the-fly so performance stays consistent, even when the drive begins to fill up.

The MX300 stands out for energy efficiency. Typical power use hovers around 0.075 W, which can be as much as 90 times lower than many mechanical drives. That reduction translates directly into longer battery life for frequent travelers or anyone who prefers a quiet, cool-running system.

Reliability is reinforced with an endurance rating of 220 TB written and with Adaptive Thermal Protection that throttles activity to keep internal temperatures in check during sustained workloads. A slim 7 mm profile fits most modern notebooks, while the included spacer lets the drive slide securely into 9.5 mm bays found in many older laptops and desktops.

Data security comes from built-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption, a feature that helps professionals, students, and home users keep sensitive files locked away without sacrificing speed. Crucial also supplies its Storage Executive software, which makes firmware updates, health monitoring, and over-provisioning tasks straightforward.

Whether you are a content creator juggling large video files, a gamer seeking shorter load screens, or an everyday user who wants a more responsive computer, this SSD delivers a balanced mix of speed, efficiency, and durability.

• 2TB capacity in a 2.5-inch, 7 mm housing with a 9.5 mm adapter included
• SATA III interface that supports up to 6 Gb/s bandwidth
• Up to 530 MB/s sequential read and 510 MB/s sequential write performance
• Dynamic Write Acceleration maintains steady speeds as the drive fills
• 256-bit AES hardware encryption safeguards data without slowing transfers
• Adaptive Thermal Protection helps control operating temperatures
• Consumes about 0.075 W, delivering up to 90 times greater energy efficiency than many hard drives