Solid State Drive CRUCIAL NM620 512GB M.2 NVMe SSD, 2280, PCIe 3.0 x4, Black

CRUCIAL NM620 512GB M.2 NVMe SSD (2280) is a compact PCIe 3.0 x4 solid state drive engineered to accelerate system responsiveness, reduce application load times and provide high-capacity storage in laptops and desktop motherboards that support the M.2 2280 form factor. The drive uses 3D TLC flash memory and delivers sequential read and write performance suitable for operating system boot, program launches and gaming storage.

Advantages

The NM620 combines a slim M.2 2280 design with PCIe 3.0 x4 bandwidth for improved data throughput compared with SATA-based drives. With up to 3500 MB/s sequential read and up to 2400 MB/s sequential write performance, it enables faster file transfers and more responsive multitasking. Built with 3D TLC NAND and rated for 250 TBW and a mean time to failure of approximately 1,500,000 hours, the drive balances performance and endurance for everyday computing needs. A five-year warranty provides long-term coverage for the component.

Suitable for

• Upgrading laptop or desktop storage to improve boot and application load times
• Primary drive for operating system and frequently used software
• Gaming storage for faster level and asset loading
• Media editing projects that benefit from high sequential read and write speeds

Key specifications

• Form factor: M.2 2280
• Interface: PCIe 3.0 x4 (NVMe)
• Capacity: 512 GB
• Flash type: 3D TLC NAND
• Sequential read speed: up to 3500 MB/s
• Sequential write speed: up to 2400 MB/s
• Endurance: 250 TBW
• Mean time to failure (MTTF): 1,500,000 hours
• Dimensions: 80 x 22 x 2.25 mm
• Weight: 9 g
• Warranty: 5 years

How to use

Install the NM620 into an available M.2 2280 slot on a compatible motherboard or laptop while the system is powered off and disconnected from mains power. Secure the drive with the appropriate standoff and screw for your device. If installing as a secondary drive, format and partition the SSD within the operating system. To use as a system drive, clone an existing OS installation to the NM620 or perform a clean operating system installation to the M.2 drive and set it as the boot device in firmware/BIOS settings.

Usage recommendations

Ensure your device supports PCIe 3.0 x4 M.2 2280 NVMe drives before purchase. Back up important data before cloning or installing an operating system. Keep system firmware and storage drivers up to date to achieve optimal performance and stability.