Specifications

Capacity: 500GB / 1TB / 2TB
Form Factor: M.2 (2280) / M.2 (2230)
Interface: NVMe PCIe Gen 4 x4
Controller: Phison PS5027‑E27T
Flash Memory: Micron 232‑Layer QLC NAND
Sequential Read: 7,100 MB/s (2TB) / 6,600 MB/s (500GB)
Sequential Write: 6,000 MB/s (2TB / 1TB) / 3,500 MB/s (500GB)
Random Read IOPS: 1,000K (2TB) / 1,200K (1TB)
Random Write IOPS: 1,200K (2TB) / 1,200K (1TB)
DRAM: No (HMB enabled)
Heatsink: Optional on 2280 variants; none on 2230
Endurance (TBW): 440 TB (2TB) / 220 TB (1TB) / 110 TB (500GB)
Warranty Length: 5‑year limited
NVMe Version: 1.4
Supported Platforms: Desktop laptops, handheld consoles (Steam Deck, ROG Ally, MSI Claw)
Dimensions: 80 mm × 22 mm × 3 mm (2280) / 30 mm × 22 mm × 3 mm (2230)

What reviewers say

Tom’s Hardware reviews the Crucial P310 2 TB SSD as a solid budget PCIe 4.0 drive that performs well for its price class, especially considering it is DRAM‑less. The reviewer notes that it outperforms some higher‑end drives in gaming and general use benchmarks while falling short of top performers like the Samsung 990 Pro or WD Black SN850X. For laptop users and PS5 storage, the P310 is a viable option if price drops, but for larger capacities or premium performance other models are recommended.
www.tomshardware.com ↗
The ServeTheHome review praises the Crucial P310 2TB as a compact 30 mm M.2‑2230 NVMe SSD that delivers high performance for its size, targeting handheld gaming devices. It highlights the drive’s use of a Phison PS5027‑E27T controller and Micron 232‑layer QLC NAND to achieve up to 7100 MB/s read and 6000 MB/s write speeds on PCIe 4.0 x4. The reviewer notes that, while the endurance rating (220 TBW per TB) is lower than TLC drives, it should be adequate for the intended gaming/handheld market. Overall, the review finds the P310 to be a solid choice for users needing 2 TB of fast storage in a very small form factor.
www.servethehome.com ↗
The XDA review praises the Crucial P310 (2TB) as the fastest 2230‑form‑factor SSD available for handheld gaming consoles, noting its impressive read/write speeds that rival desktop NVMe drives. The reviewer highlights its large capacity options, solid performance, and long warranty while acknowledging its higher price point and lack of an adapter for 2242‑style devices.
www.xda-developers.com ↗
The review describes the Crucial P310 2TB as a budget‑friendly Gen4 NVMe SSD that delivers solid sequential read speeds of up to 7,100 MB/s and write speeds around 6,000 MB/s. It highlights the optional heatsink for better thermal performance, compatibility with both Gen3 and Gen4 systems, and a five‑year limited warranty. The reviewer notes that while the drive performs well in everyday tasks such as game load times, boot speeds, and productivity applications, it falls behind higher‑end competitors (e.g., Crucial T705 2TB, Samsung 990 Pro 2TB) in peak synthetic benchmarks and LLM load‑time tests.
www.storagereview.com ↗
PCMag’s review of the Crucial P310 PCI‑Express 4.0 SSD notes that it delivers solid benchmark performance and decent gaming speeds, but its QLC NAND and lack of DRAM cache limit durability and make it a less attractive value compared to other budget options.
www.pcmag.com ↗

Our take

Based on 5 reviews

Five reviewers agree the Crucial P310 2TB delivers strong sequential speeds for its price, making it a viable budget PCIe 4.0 option for gaming and general use. Tom’s Hardware, ServeTheHome, XDA, StorageReview, and PCMag all note its fast read/write performance, with XDA calling it the fastest 2230 SSD for handhelds.

Reviewers split on long-term durability and value. PCMag and Tom’s Hardware flag the QLC NAND and DRAM-less design as limitations for heavy workloads, while ServeTheHome and XDA consider the 220 TBW per TB sufficient for gaming. Buyers prioritizing compact size and cost over endurance or peak performance will find it suitable, but those needing maximum durability or top-tier speeds should look elsewhere.