What are the peak sequential speeds of the Crucial T710 2TB?

The T710 CT2000T710SSD5 reaches 14,500 MB/s sequential reads and 13,800 MB/s writes over PCIe 5.0 x4, with 2,200K/2,300K random IOPS. These specs leverage Micron G9 TLC and SM2508 controller for Gen5 leadership in gaming and creative apps.

Does this SSD include a heatsink and is it PS5 compatible?

Yes, the CT2000T710SSD5 model includes an integrated premium heatsink for sustained performance. The heatsink version is compatible with PlayStation 5 storage expansion, meeting Sony's thermal requirements for optimal operation.

What is the endurance rating for daily writes?

Rated for 1,200 TBW endurance, suitable for heavy daily use with dynamic write acceleration and ECC error correction. This provides approximately 650 GB/day writes over 5 years, ideal for content creators and gamers.

Is it backward compatible with older motherboards?

Fully backward compatible with PCIe 4.0 and 3.0 slots, operating at reduced speeds (Gen4: ~7GB/s, Gen3: ~3.5GB/s). Works in most modern desktops, laptops, and PS5 without issues.

What security features does it support?

Supports TCG Opal 2.01+ hardware encryption with AES-256, plus multi-step data integrity algorithms and power loss protection. Enables secure boot and Opal-compliant management tools for enterprise or personal data protection.

What NAND and controller does it use?

Micron 276-layer G9 TLC NAND at 3.6 GT/s with Silicon Motion SM2508 controller and LPDDR4 DRAM. This combo delivers superior efficiency, 24% lower power than T705, and firmware optimized for DirectStorage.

CT2000T710SSD5 - Crucial CT2000T710SSD5 2TB PCIe5 NVMe M.2 w/Heatsink SSD

Name: Crucial CT2000T710SSD5 2TB PCIe5 NVMe M.2 w/Heatsink SSD
Brand: Crucial
SKU: CT2000T710SSD5
Price: 665 USD
Availability: InStock

CT2000T710SSD5 - Crucial CT2000T710SSD5 2TB PCIe5 NVMe M.2 w/Heatsink SSD | US IT Hardware

Product overview

The Crucial T710 CT2000T710SSD5 is a 2TB PCIe Gen5 x4 NVMe M.2 2280 SSD featuring an integrated heatsink for sustained high performance in gaming rigs, creative workstations, and laptops. It utilizes Micron 276-layer G9 TLC NAND with Silicon Motion SM2508 controller and LPDDR4 DRAM cache, achieving sequential reads up to 14,500 MB/s and writes up to 13,800 MB/s, with random reads/writes at 2,200K/2,300K IOPS. This drive supports TCG Opal 2.01+ encryption, adaptive thermal throttling, and NVMe power management modes including L1.2 for efficiency. Backward compatible with PCIe 4.0/3.0 systems at reduced speeds, it excels in Microsoft DirectStorage-optimized workloads, reducing game load times and accelerating 4K/8K video editing in Adobe Premiere or DaVinci Resolve. The single-sided design with low power draw suits compact builds, while 1,200 TBW endurance handles intensive daily writes. Ideal for enthusiasts seeking Gen5 bandwidth without external cooling, it outperforms Gen4 drives by up to 2x in sequential throughput for large file transfers and real-time rendering.

14.5/13.8 GB/s Seq R/W speeds.
2.2M/2.3M Random Read/Write IOPS.
PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe M.2 2280.
Integrated heatsink, 1200TBW.
Micron G9 276L TLC NAND.
TCG Opal 2.01+ encryption.

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Featuring

Seq Write Speed
Manufacturer part #	CT2000T710SSD5
Brand	Crucial
Condition	New
Capacity	2TB
Heatsink	Integrated premium heatsink
Interface	PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe 2.0
NAND Type	Micron 276-Layer G9 TLC
Controller	Silicon Motion SM2508
DRAM Cache	LPDDR4
Form Factor	M.2 2280 Single-sided
Seq Read Speed	Up to 14,500 MB/s

Compatible systems

Optimized for AM5/Intel 14th+ motherboards with PCIe5 M.2 slots. Full support in Windows 11/10, Linux distros, and PS5.

ASUS ROG Crosshair
Model: X870E Hero
Form factor: ATX Motherboard
Generation: AM5
PCIe5 M.2 slot with BIOS 1104+
MSI MEG
Model: Z790 Godlike
Form factor: E-ATX Motherboard
Generation: Intel 14th Gen
Full Gen5 speeds supported
Gigabyte Aorus
Model: X670E Master
Form factor: ATX Motherboard
Generation: AM5
PCIe5 M.2 with latest BIOS
Sony PlayStation
Model: PS5
Form factor: Console
Generation: Original
Heatsink model only for expansion

Best for

Gaming PCs
DirectStorage-enabled titles on Windows 11 with RTX GPUs, minimizing asset streaming latency in open-world games like Cyberpunk 2077 or Starfield.
Content Creation
4K/8K video editing and timeline scrubbing in Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, accelerating exports and real-time effects rendering.

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