• About Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Advertise With Us
  • Contact Us
Real Hardware Reviews
RHR
  • Home
  • Reviews
    • All Reviews
    • Accessories
    • Processors (CPU)
    • GPU
    • Mobile
    • Games & Software
    • Systems
    • Cases
    • Tablet & Laptops
    • Ram
    • Storage
    • Motherboards
  • News
  • Off Topic
    • How To
    • Cryptocurrencies
No Result
View All Result
Real Hardware Reviews
RHR
  • Home
  • Reviews
    • All Reviews
    • Accessories
    • Processors (CPU)
    • GPU
    • Mobile
    • Games & Software
    • Systems
    • Cases
    • Tablet & Laptops
    • Ram
    • Storage
    • Motherboards
  • News
  • Off Topic
    • How To
    • Cryptocurrencies
No Result
View All Result
Real Hardware Reviews
RHR
No Result
View All Result
ADVERTISEMENT
Home Reviews

Crucial P5 Plus 2TB Review

GaK_45 by GaK_45
August 31, 2021
in Reviews, Storage
Crucial P5 Plus 2TB Review
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter
ADVERTISEMENT
Crucial P5 Plus 2TB PCIe Gen4 3D NAND NVMe M.2 Gaming SSD, up to 6600MB/s - CT2000P5PSSD8
Crucial P5 Plus 2TB PCIe Gen4 3D NAND NVMe M.2 Gaming SSD, up to 6600MB/s - CT2000P5PSSD8
Crucial P5 Plus 2TB PCIe Gen4 3D NAND NVMe M.2 Gaming SSD, up to 6600MB/s - CT2000P5PSSD8
$122.99
$319.99
in stock
48 new from $136.09
as of March 25, 2023 7:28 pm
BUY NOW
Amazon.com
Crucial P3 Plus 2TB PCIe Gen4 3D NAND NVMe M.2 SSD, up to 5000MB/s - CT2000P3PSSD8
Crucial P3 Plus 2TB PCIe Gen4 3D NAND NVMe M.2 SSD, up to 5000MB/s - CT2000P3PSSD8
Crucial P3 Plus 2TB PCIe Gen4 3D NAND NVMe M.2 SSD, up to 5000MB/s - CT2000P3PSSD8
$112.99
$189.99
in stock
34 new from $120.48
as of March 25, 2023 7:28 pm
BUY NOW
Amazon.com
Samsung 970 EVO Plus SSD 2TB NVMe M.2 Internal Solid State Hard Drive, V-NAND Technology, Storage...
Samsung 970 EVO Plus SSD 2TB NVMe M.2 Internal Solid State Hard Drive, V-NAND Technology, Storage and Memory Expansion for Gaming, Graphics w/ Heat Control, Max Speed, MZ-V7S2T0B/AM
Samsung 970 EVO Plus SSD 2TB NVMe M.2 Internal Solid State Hard Drive, V-NAND Technology, Storage...
$129.99
$499.99
in stock
22 new from $129.99
10 used from $112.84
as of March 25, 2023 7:28 pm
BUY NOW
Amazon.com
Last updated on March 25, 2023 7:28 pm
Jump to section

1. Paradigm Shifting NAND

  • 1. Paradigm Shifting NAND
  • 2. Features and Specifications
  • 3. Replacement Gate Technology Primer
  • 4. Closer Look
  • 5. Closer Look at the Heatsink Upgrade kit
  • 6. Testing Methodology
  • 7. Sequential Performance
  • 8. ATTO Disk Benchmark
  • 9. Crystal Diskmark & AS-SSD
  • 10. IOMeter
  • 11. Boot time and Data Transfer
  • 12. Adobe & VMWare
  • 13. Game Load Time
  • 14. Closer Look at the Heatsink Upgrade kit
  • 15. Partial and Full Drive Performance
  • 16. Closing Statement

It certainly has been a while since we looked at Crucial M.2 NVMe Solid State Drive models, and since the last time we did so a lot has changed. Back when the P1 was Crucial’s premier M.2 series, four lanes of PCIe 3.0 goodness was king; NVMe 1.3 standard was the best available… and Micron was still part of ‘IMFT’ and focusing all their attention in on Floating Gate NAND designs. A lot can change in rather short period of time, and now everything from the NVMe standard to the fact that IMFT is no more is the new reality of the SDD marketplace. No matter what has changed, one thing has not: Micron’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of technology and delivery paradigm shifting models, via Crucial, on to an unsuspecting marketplace. The latest example of this is the all new Crucial P5 Plus series. A series where Micron/Crucial is not only out to show the world why they have been fan favorites for generations but also prove once and for all who was the real force behind IMFT designs.

Yes, we know that is a rather controversial statement to make. After all, this is ‘simply’ a “Plus” model and typically ‘plus’ models fall along the lines of refinements and tweaks to a given blueprint rather than a full-blown upgrade. With the P5 Plus series that is somewhat true. Just as with the P5 before it the P5 Plus series come in capacities ranging from 500 to 2000GB. Both make use of a single sided 22x80mm form-factor. Both are NVMe 1.4 compliant and make use of four lanes of PCIe 4.0 goodness. The P5 Plus asking prices are also in the same ballpark as the P5 – that is to say excellent for their time – with the 2000GB P5 Plus variant having an MSRP of 368 USD, and when the 2000GB P5 was released it had an MSRP of 399 USD (but can be found for $340 now). Even the controller used in the P5 Plus is not a radical departure from its P5 predecessor – as the Micron DM02A1 is essentially an improved DM01B2. In Essence, the only major differences between the two is the NAND used.

On just a quick glance that does not sound like that big a difference. That first impression would be wrong. This one change is massive. It is going to send shockwaves through the industry. Put bluntly, this new “B47R” Micron NAND is in no shape, nor form, a mere refinement over the B27A used in the original P5 series. Sure, it is still 512Gbit density TLC NAND, that uses a CMOS under Array (CUA) design, but that is the only similarity between the two. This new 176-Layer (88+88) NAND is not only smaller (~30 percent smaller footprint compared to 96Layer CuA TLC), and faster (1600MT/s vs 1200MT/s) with better latency (~25 percent), it also more durable. It is more durable as it is Micron’s answer to Toshiba/KIOXIA “BiCS” and Samsung “V-NAND”. Yes finally, IMF….err… Micron is not only making Charge Trap (CT) based NAND they are improving upon existing CT design theory… and have dubbed it ‘Replacement Gate Technology’. No matter the name, this new and exciting tech really does have major ramifications for not only Crucial’s standing in the market but for the entire NVMe SSD industry.

Jump to section

1. Paradigm Shifting NAND

  • 1. Paradigm Shifting NAND
  • 2. Features and Specifications
  • 3. Replacement Gate Technology Primer
  • 4. Closer Look
  • 5. Closer Look at the Heatsink Upgrade kit
  • 6. Testing Methodology
  • 7. Sequential Performance
  • 8. ATTO Disk Benchmark
  • 9. Crystal Diskmark & AS-SSD
  • 10. IOMeter
  • 11. Boot time and Data Transfer
  • 12. Adobe & VMWare
  • 13. Game Load Time
  • 14. Closer Look at the Heatsink Upgrade kit
  • 15. Partial and Full Drive Performance
  • 16. Closing Statement
Page 1 of 16
Previous 12345678910111213141516 Next
Tags: 2tbCrucialCrucial P5 Plusgen 4P5
ADVERTISEMENT
GaK_45

GaK_45

"Knowledgeable, opinionated and not afraid to ask the questions you can’t or won’t." GaK_45's combination of multiple industry certifications(MCSE, CCNA, various CompTIA, etc), and over twenty years' experience in the computer industry allows him to provide detailed analysis that is as trustworthy as it is practical.

Next Post
MSI Radeon RX 6600 XT Gaming X Review

MSI Radeon RX 6600 XT Gaming X Review

Leave Comment

Recommended.

MSI and EK Partner for the MSI 30th Anniversary GTX 1080 GPU

MSI and EK Partner for the MSI 30th Anniversary GTX 1080 GPU

by John Fleming
September 15, 2016
0
Ryzen 3

Ryzen 3

by GaK_45
September 11, 2017
0
ADVERTISEMENT

Trending.

MSI MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI Review

MSI MPG Z790 CARBON WIFI Review

by GaK_45
November 23, 2022
Seagate Exos X18 Review

Seagate Exos X18 Review

by GaK_45
December 22, 2020
MSI MAG CoreLiquid 360R Review

MSI MAG CoreLiquid 360R Review

by GaK_45
November 16, 2020
Arctic Liquid Freezer II 420 Review

Arctic Liquid Freezer II 420 Review

by GaK_45
July 13, 2021
Seagate Exos X20 Review

Seagate Exos X20 Review

by GaK_45
January 10, 2022
Real Hardware Reviews

© 2013 - 2023 | Powered by Real Hardware Reviews

Navigate Site

  • Home
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Editorial & Disclosure Policy

Follow Us

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Reviews
    • All Reviews
    • Accessories
    • Processors (CPU)
    • GPU
    • Mobile
    • Games & Software
    • Systems
    • Cases
    • Tablet & Laptops
    • Ram
    • Storage
    • Motherboards
  • News
  • Off Topic
    • How To
    • Cryptocurrencies

© 2013 - 2023 | Powered by Real Hardware Reviews

This website uses cookies. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. Visit our Privacy and Cookie Policy.