2TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe internal solid-state drive
Crucial P3 Plus 2TB M.2 2280 – CT2000P3PSSD8
The Crucial P3 Plus 2TB M.2 2280 CT2000P3PSSD8 is an internal SSD rated up to 5,000MB/s sequential read and 4,200MB/s sequential write, with the exact M.2 2280 format and no integrated heatsink configuration shown here.
- Capacity
- 2TB
- Read / write
- 5,000 / 4,200MB/s
- Interface
- PCIe Gen4 NVMe
- Form factor
- M.2 2280
Balanced Gen4 storage for mainstream PCs
The Crucial P3 Plus 2TB CT2000P3PSSD8 provides a capacity-specific 5,000/4,200MB/s profile for applications, games and everyday creative files, with backward compatibility for supported PCIe Gen3 systems at lower host-limited speeds.
5,000/4,200MB/s profile
This exact capacity is rated up to 5,000MB/s sequential read and 4,200MB/s sequential write.
Exact-capacity specification
The description uses exact-capacity values rather than higher figures from other variants.
440TBW endurance
The selected 2TB model carries a 440TBW total-bytes-written endurance rating.
M.2 2280
The physical M.2 2280 format must match the system's supported slot or bay.
Host-specific cooling
This model has no integrated heatsink, so follow the host manufacturer's thermal and installation requirements.
5-year limited warranty
Crucial backs this model with the stated 5-year limited warranty, subject to its applicable endurance and warranty terms.
Who is the Crucial P3 Plus 2TB M.2 2280 best for?
A strong choice for
- Compatible PCIe Gen4 desktop and laptop upgrades
- Everyday system and application storage
- PC game libraries
- Photo and video project files
- Users moving from a Gen3 NVMe drive
Consider another model if you need
- Your system lacks an M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe slot
- You need performance above 5,000/4,200MB/s
- You require endurance above 440TBW
- You need a factory-installed heatsink
Key specifications
- Model
- CT2000P3PSSD8
- Capacity
- 2TB
- Product type
- Internal solid-state drive
- Form factor
- M.2 2280
- Interface
- PCIe 4.0 NVMe, M.2 2280
- Sequential read
- Up to 5,000MB/s
- Sequential write
- Up to 4,200MB/s
- Random read / write
- Not specified
- Endurance
- 440TBW
- Heatsink
- No integrated heatsink
- Reliability
- 1.5 million hours
- Warranty
- 5-year limited warranty
Full technical specifications
Capacity and performance
| Model | CT2000P3PSSD8 |
|---|---|
| Product family | Crucial P3 Plus |
| Capacity | 2TB |
| Drive type | Internal solid-state drive |
| Sequential read | Up to 5,000MB/s |
| Sequential write | Up to 4,200MB/s |
| Random read | Not specified |
| Random write | Not specified |
| Endurance | 440TBW |
| Reliability | 1.5 million hours |
Interface, form factor and physical design
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 NVMe, M.2 2280 |
|---|---|
| Form factor | M.2 2280 |
| Heatsink | No integrated heatsink |
| Dimensions | Defined by the stated form factor; no separate exact measurement added |
| Weight | Not specified |
| Host requirement | Compatible M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe system |
| Backward compatibility | Backward compatible with supported Gen3 systems at host-limited speed |
| Operating temperature | 0°C to 70°C |
| Cooling requirement | Follow host thermal requirements |
Features, software and support
| NAND | Micron Advanced 3D NAND; flyer states launch with 176-layer NAND |
|---|---|
| Data-protection features | Dynamic write acceleration, RAIN, multistep data integrity, adaptive thermal protection and integrated power-loss immunity |
| TRIM | Supported |
| SMART | Supported |
| Management software | Crucial Storage Executive |
| Cloning software | Acronis True Image for Crucial |
| Installation resource | Crucial Easy SSD Install Guide |
| Hardware-encryption specification | Not specified |
| Warranty | 5-year limited warranty |
| Warranty limit | 5-year limited warranty or until 440TBW is reached, whichever comes first |
| Performance condition | Results vary by system, cooling, workload and test conditions |
| Capacity note | Usable capacity is lower after formatting and system functions |
Frequently asked questions about the Crucial P3 Plus 2TB M.2 2280
What is the CT2000P3PSSD8?
The CT2000P3PSSD8 is the 2TB Crucial P3 Plus M.2 2280 internal SSD using PCIe 4.0 NVMe, M.2 2280.
What read speed does the CT2000P3PSSD8 support?
It is rated up to 5,000MB/s sequential read.
What write speed does the CT2000P3PSSD8 support?
It is rated up to 4,200MB/s sequential write.
What interface does the CT2000P3PSSD8 use?
It uses PCIe 4.0 NVMe, M.2 2280.
What form factor is the CT2000P3PSSD8?
This exact model uses the M.2 2280 form factor.
What endurance applies to the CT2000P3PSSD8?
The exact 2TB model is rated at 440TBW.
Does the CT2000P3PSSD8 include a heatsink?
No integrated heatsink is specified for this exact SKU; follow the host manufacturer's thermal guidance.
Can the CT2000P3PSSD8 fit every system?
No. The host must support M.2 2280 storage and PCIe 4.0 NVMe, M.2 2280; check the system documentation before purchase.
Which software is listed for the CT2000P3PSSD8?
Crucial lists Storage Executive, Acronis True Image for Crucial and installation resources.
What warranty applies to the CT2000P3PSSD8?
The model carries a 5-year limited warranty subject to Crucial's warranty and endurance conditions.
- A compatible PCIe Gen4 NVMe host is required for full advertised speed.
- Operation in a supported Gen3 system is limited by the host interface.
- No factory heatsink is listed; follow host thermal guidance.
- Usable capacity is lower after formatting.
