1TB PCIe Gen3 NVMe internal solid-state drive
Crucial P3 1TB M.2 2280 SSD – CT1000P3SSD8
The Crucial P3 1TB M.2 2280 SSD CT1000P3SSD8 is rated up to 3,500MB/s sequential read and 3,000MB/s sequential write, with the exact no factory heatsink configuration identified for this SKU.
- Capacity
- 1TB
- Read / write
- 3,500 / 3,000MB/s
- Interface
- PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe
- Thermal design
- No factory heatsink
Mainstream 1TB Gen3 NVMe storage
The Crucial P3 1TB CT1000P3SSD8 combines 3,500/3,000MB/s, 650K/700K IOPS and 220TBW in an M.2 2280 PCIe Gen3 NVMe format for compatible everyday PCs, application storage and game libraries.
3,500/3,000MB/s profile
This exact 1TB capacity is rated up to 3,500MB/s sequential read and 3,000MB/s sequential write.
Capacity-specific random IOPS
The published profile lists up to 650K random-read and 700K random-write IOPS.
220TBW endurance
The selected 1TB model carries a 220TBW total-bytes-written endurance rating.
M.2 2280
The M.2 2280 format and PCIe Gen3 NVMe interface must match the intended host system.
No factory heatsink
This exact SKU has no factory heatsink; follow the host manufacturer's thermal and airflow requirements.
5-year limited warranty
Crucial backs this model with the stated limited warranty, subject to its published endurance and warranty terms.
Who is the Crucial P3 1TB M.2 2280 SSD best for?
A strong choice for
- Compatible Gen3 NVMe laptop upgrades
- Compatible desktop system drives
- Everyday application storage
- PC game libraries
- Users moving from SATA to NVMe storage
Consider another model if you need
- Your system lacks an M.2 2280 NVMe slot
- You require Gen4 or Gen5 performance
- You need a factory heatsink
- You require endurance above 220TBW
Key specifications
- Model
- CT1000P3SSD8
- Capacity
- 1TB
- Product type
- Internal NVMe SSD
- Form factor
- M.2 2280
- Interface
- PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe
- Sequential read
- Up to 3,500MB/s
- Sequential write
- Up to 3,000MB/s
- Random read / write
- 650K read / 700K write IOPS
- Endurance
- 220TBW
- Heatsink
- No factory heatsink
- Dimensions
- M.2 2280; exact measurements not added
- Weight
- Not specified
- Warranty
- 5-year limited warranty
Full technical specifications
Capacity and performance
| Model | CT1000P3SSD8 |
|---|---|
| Product family | Crucial P3 |
| Capacity | 1TB |
| Drive type | Internal NVMe solid-state drive |
| Sequential read | Up to 3,500MB/s |
| Sequential write | Up to 3,000MB/s |
| Random read | Up to 650K IOPS |
| Random write | Up to 700K IOPS |
| Endurance | 220TBW |
| Reliability | 1.5 million hours |
Interface, form factor and physical design
| Interface | PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe |
|---|---|
| NVMe version | Not specified |
| Form factor | M.2 2280 |
| Heatsink | No factory heatsink |
| Dimensions | M.2 2280; exact measurements not added |
| Weight | Not specified |
| Host requirement | Compatible M.2 2280 PCIe Gen3 NVMe system |
| Backward compatibility | Performance is limited by the host interface |
| Operating temperature | Not specified |
| Cooling requirement | This exact SKU has no factory heatsink; follow the host manufacturer's thermal and airflow requirements. |
Features, software and support
| NAND | Micron Advanced 3D NAND; source states launch with 176-layer NAND |
|---|---|
| Key drive features | Dynamic write acceleration and multistep data integrity algorithm |
| Microsoft DirectStorage | Not specified |
| TRIM | Not specified |
| SMART | Used for warranty endurance measurement |
| Security specification | No exact hardware-encryption specification added |
| Management software | Crucial Storage Executive |
| Cloning resource | Acronis True Image for Crucial |
| Installation resource | Crucial Easy SSD Install Guide |
| Warranty | 5-year limited warranty |
| Warranty limit | 5-year limited warranty or until 220TBW is reached, whichever comes first |
| Performance condition | Actual results vary by host, cooling, workload and test conditions |
| Capacity note | Usable capacity is lower after formatting and system functions |
Frequently asked questions about the Crucial P3 1TB M.2 2280 SSD
What is the CT1000P3SSD8?
The CT1000P3SSD8 is the 1TB Crucial P3 M.2 2280 PCIe Gen3 NVMe SSD.
What read speed does the CT1000P3SSD8 support?
It is rated up to 3,500MB/s sequential read.
What write speed does the CT1000P3SSD8 support?
It is rated up to 3,000MB/s sequential write.
What interface does the CT1000P3SSD8 use?
It uses a PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe interface in the M.2 2280 format.
What endurance applies to the CT1000P3SSD8?
The exact 1TB model is rated at 220TBW.
Does the CT1000P3SSD8 include a heatsink?
No. This exact SKU does not include a factory heatsink.
Does the CT1000P3SSD8 need cooling?
This exact SKU has no factory heatsink; follow the host manufacturer's thermal and airflow requirements.
Can the CT1000P3SSD8 fit every computer?
No. The host must support M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe storage; check slot, generation, thermal and physical-clearance requirements before purchase.
Which Crucial software resources are listed?
Crucial lists Storage Executive, Acronis True Image for Crucial and SSD installation resources.
What warranty applies to the CT1000P3SSD8?
The model carries a 5-year limited warranty or until 220TBW is reached, whichever comes first.
- No exact hardware-encryption feature is stated in the referenced manufacturer material.
- This is an M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD, not a 2.5-inch SATA drive.
- Confirm M.2 2280 NVMe compatibility before purchase.
- Actual performance and usable capacity vary by system and formatting.
