Crucial P310 2TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 2230 Internal SSD | CT2000P310SSD2

Description

The Crucial P310 2TB CT2000P310SSD2 is a compact, high-performance PCIe Gen4 NVMe internal SSD designed for compatible handheld gaming devices, ultra-thin laptops, mini PCs, and other systems that support the M.2 2230 form factor.

Featuring a generous 2TB storage capacity, a PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe interface, and sequential read speeds of up to 7,100 MB/s, the P310 combines high-speed storage performance with an extremely compact physical design.

Its short M.2 2230 form factor makes it particularly suitable for portable and space-constrained systems where a conventional M.2 2280 SSD cannot be installed.

Key Features

2TB High-Capacity NVMe Storage

• 2TB storage capacity
• High-speed PCIe Gen4 NVMe technology
• Compact M.2 2230 form factor
• Suitable for large game libraries
• Fast application and operating-system performance
• High-speed file transfers
• Ideal for compatible handheld and compact systems

The 2TB capacity provides substantial room for modern games, applications, multimedia, documents, and other important files without requiring external storage.

PCIe Gen4 x4 Performance

The Crucial P310 uses a PCI Express 4.0 x4 interface with the NVMe protocol, providing high bandwidth for demanding storage workloads.

Key performance benefits include:

• Fast system startup
• Rapid application loading
• Reduced game loading times
• High-speed file transfers
• Faster installations
• Quick game updates
• Improved overall system responsiveness
• Fast access to large files

PCIe Gen4 connectivity allows the P310 to provide significantly higher sequential performance than SATA-based storage solutions.

Up to 7,100 MB/s Read Speed

The Crucial P310 2TB delivers impressive performance despite its compact M.2 2230 dimensions.

Performance

• Sequential Read: Up to 7,100 MB/s
• Sequential Write: Up to 6,000 MB/s
• Interface: PCIe 4.0 x4
• Protocol: NVMe

These high transfer speeds make the P310 suitable for demanding gaming, productivity, and everyday storage workloads.

Actual performance can vary depending on the host system, PCIe interface, workload, available drive capacity, operating temperature, and other conditions.

Compact M.2 2230 Form Factor

The Crucial P310 uses the compact M.2 2230 form factor, measuring approximately 22mm wide and 30mm long.

This makes the SSD significantly shorter than the common M.2 2280 drives used in many desktop computers.

The compact design makes it suitable for compatible:

• Handheld gaming devices
• Ultra-thin laptops
• Mini PCs
• Portable computers
• Compact systems
• Small-form-factor devices

Users should verify that their device supports M.2 2230 PCIe NVMe SSDs before purchasing.

Specifications

• Brand: Crucial
• Series: P310
• Model / Part Number: CT2000P310SSD2
• Product Type: Internal NVMe SSD
• Storage Capacity: 2TB
• Form Factor: M.2 2230
• Interface: PCIe 4.0 x4
• Protocol: NVMe
• Sequential Read: Up to 7,100 MB/s
• Sequential Write: Up to 6,000 MB/s
• Installation Type: Internal
• Color: Black
• Moving Parts: None

Designed for Handheld Gaming

The compact dimensions and large storage capacity make the Crucial P310 particularly attractive for upgrading compatible handheld gaming devices.

A 2TB internal SSD provides significantly more room for:

• AAA games
• Indie games
• Downloadable content
• Game updates
• Applications
• Operating-system files
• Multimedia
• Personal data

This can reduce the need to constantly uninstall games to free up storage space.

Large 2TB Game Storage

Modern PC games can require substantial amounts of storage, making the 2TB capacity particularly useful for gaming systems.

The P310 provides space for:

• Large AAA titles
• Competitive games
• Game launchers
• Downloadable content
• Texture packs
• Game updates
• Applications
• Media files

The exact number of games that can be stored depends on the installation size of each title and the amount of space required by the operating system and other applications.

Faster Game Loading

High-speed NVMe storage can help reduce loading times and provide rapid access to game data in compatible systems.

Gaming benefits can include:

• Faster game startup
• Reduced loading screens
• Quicker level loading
• Faster installations
• Rapid updates
• Responsive asset loading
• Quick access to stored game files

Actual improvements depend on the game and capabilities of the host system.

Ideal for Compact Systems

The P310 provides 2TB of high-speed storage without requiring the physical space of a 2.5-inch SATA SSD or full-length M.2 2280 drive.

This makes it particularly suitable for systems where internal space is limited.

Potential applications include:

• Handheld gaming systems
• Compact laptops
• Mini PCs
• Portable computers
• Small-form-factor systems
• Other compatible M.2 2230 devices

NVMe Technology

NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) is a storage protocol optimized specifically for high-performance solid-state drives connected through PCI Express.

Benefits include:

• High bandwidth
• Low latency
• Rapid data transfers
• Fast application access
• Improved system responsiveness
• Efficient SSD communication

Combined with the PCIe Gen4 x4 interface, NVMe allows the P310 to provide significantly higher performance than traditional SATA-based storage.

Cable-Free Installation

The M.2 design allows the P310 to connect directly to a compatible system.

This provides several advantages:

• No SATA data cable
• No SATA power cable
• Compact installation
• Reduced internal cabling
• Direct motherboard connectivity
• Ideal for space-constrained devices

Because the drive uses the shorter M.2 2230 format, physical mounting compatibility should be checked before installation.

Silent Solid-State Operation

The Crucial P310 contains no mechanical moving components, allowing it to operate silently.

Advantages include:

• No spinning disks
• No mechanical seek noise
• Silent storage operation
• Compact construction
• Suitable for portable devices
• Efficient everyday performance

Solid-state construction is particularly well suited to portable devices where compact dimensions and silent operation are important.

2TB Storage for Games & Applications

With 2TB of internal storage, the Crucial P310 provides substantial capacity for users with large collections of games and applications.

The drive can be used for:

• Games
• Applications
• Operating-system files
• Documents
• Photos
• Videos
• Downloaded content
• Project files
• Personal data

The combination of large capacity and compact dimensions makes the P310 a practical upgrade for compatible portable systems with limited internal storage.

PCIe Compatibility

The Crucial P310 is designed around a PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe interface.

For maximum advertised performance, a compatible PCIe Gen4 NVMe system is recommended.

The drive may operate with compatible previous-generation PCIe systems, but available performance will be limited by the capabilities of the host interface.

Users should verify both M.2 2230 physical compatibility and PCIe NVMe support before purchasing.

Best For

• Handheld Gaming Devices
• Large Portable Game Libraries
• Compatible Gaming Handheld Upgrades
• Ultra-Thin Laptops
• Mini PCs
• Compact Computers
• Portable Gaming
• High-Speed Application Storage
• M.2 2230 Storage Upgrades
• Users Requiring 2TB of Compact Storage

Why Choose the Crucial P310 2TB 2230 NVMe SSD?

• 2TB storage capacity provides substantial room for large game libraries, applications, multimedia, and personal files.
• Up to 7,100 MB/s sequential read speed provides extremely fast access to games, applications, and stored data.
• Up to 6,000 MB/s sequential write speed delivers high-speed performance for installations, transfers, and demanding workloads.
• PCIe Gen4 x4 connectivity provides high bandwidth for modern storage applications.
• NVMe technology delivers fast, low-latency communication optimized for solid-state storage.
• Compact M.2 2230 form factor makes the drive suitable for compatible handheld gaming devices, laptops, mini PCs, and compact systems.
• 2TB capacity in an ultra-compact design provides substantial storage without requiring a full-size M.2 2280 SSD.
• Cable-free installation enables direct connection to compatible systems.
• Silent solid-state operation eliminates the mechanical noise associated with traditional hard drives.
• The combination of 2TB capacity, PCIe Gen4 x4 performance, up to 7,100 MB/s read speed, and compact M.2 2230 dimensions makes the Crucial P310 CT2000P310SSD2 a powerful storage upgrade for compatible handheld gaming devices and compact computers.