Micron Crucial P3 M.2 NVMe

The Micron Crucial P3 M.2 NVMe, launched in July 2022, is a high-performance internal SSD designed to deliver exceptional speed and reliability for a range of computing needs.

Key specifications include:

• Form factor: M.2 (2280), ensuring compatibility with a variety of motherboards and devices.
• Interface: PCIe 3.0 x4 (32GT/s) with NVMe 1.3 protocol, providing a fast and efficient connection.
• Memory type: QLC (Quad-Level Cell) 3D NAND, managed by the Phison E21T controller.

Performance characteristics:

• Sequential read speed: Up to 3,500MB/s
• Sequential write speed: Up to 3,000MB/s
• Random read IOPS: Up to 650K
• Random write IOPS: Up to 700K

The Crucial P3 also supports several important features to enhance performance and durability:

• TRIM and Garbage Collection (GC) for maintaining optimal performance.
• SLC caching for improved write speeds.
• S.M.A.R.T for monitoring drive health.
• Error-Correcting Code (ECC) for data integrity.
• Host Memory Buffer (HMB) for enhanced performance without dedicated DRAM.

Reliability and durability are key strengths, with a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 1.5 million hours and a Total Bytes Written (TBW) rating of 220TB. The drive comes with a 5-year limited warranty for added peace of mind.

The Crucial P3 does not include a heatsink, which means it relies on the cooling solutions provided by the host device. Its compact dimensions (80mm x 22mm x 2.4mm) and light weight (17g) make it suitable for a wide range of applications, from gaming PCs to ultrabooks.