Sandisk
WD_BLACK SN8100 2TB
2,000 GB · PCIe 5.0 x4 · M.2 2280
8.2
$280MSRP3 videos
Crucial T710 2TB
A PCIe 5.0 drive that gains efficiency over the T705 more than it gains speed, rated to 14.5 GB/s reads at 2TB.
- 2,000 GB
- PCIe 5.0 x4
- M.2 2280
- TLC
- 14,500 MB/s
PCPR score
8.1
Great
Best price we’ve seen
$324Nov 9
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The short version
The T710 is Crucial's PCIe 5.0 flagship, pairing a Silicon Motion SM2508 controller with Micron 276-layer TLC and DRAM. The 2TB model is rated for 14,500 MB/s reads and 13,800 MB/s writes. Tom's Hardware found class-leading efficiency but little real speed gain over the older T705. It suits enthusiasts who want Gen5 throughput without extreme heat. The main caveat is Micron's decision to end the Crucial consumer brand.
Pros
- Rated 14,500 MB/s reads and 13,800 MB/s writes at 2TB
- Tom's Hardware measured class-leading power efficiency
- DRAM-equipped SM2508 controller with Micron 276-layer TLC
- Good sustained write performance in testing
Cons
- Little real performance gain over the older T705
- Needs motherboard or aftermarket cooling in bare form
- Micron has decided to shut down the Crucial consumer brand, so long-term availability is worth checking before buying
Best for
- PCIe 5.0 builds that prioritise efficiency
- Content creators moving large files
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Full specifications
Core
- Capacity
- 2,000 GB
- Interface
- PCIe 5.0 x4
- Form factor
- M.2 2280
Performance
- NAND
- TLC
- DRAM cache
- Yes
- Controller
- Silicon Motion SM2508
- Sequential read
- 14,500 MB/s
- Sequential write
- 13,800 MB/s
Features
- Endurance
- 1,200 TBW
- Warranty
- 5 years
Physical
- Heatsink included
- No
Compatibility notes
- PCIe 5.0 x4 M.2 2280; runs at reduced speed in PCIe 4.0 slots.
- Crucial says non-heatsink versions must be installed with a motherboard or alternate heatsink for optimal performance.
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What reviewers and owners say
Tom's Hardware
MixedSees the T710 as a worthwhile T705 successor mainly for efficiency, with solid all-round results but no single area where it leads, and a cost that keeps it from being an easy pick.
4/5 · 2025-09-03
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PositivePC Gamer found this PCIe 5.0 drive delivers near market-leading speeds at lower temperatures and a much reduced price, though it still trails Sandisk's SN8100 in raw performance.
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PositiveStorageReview tested the 2TB T710 against other Gen5 drives, finding it competitive with strong efficiency, thermals, and top-tier sequential and random performance.
2025-07-01
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Common questions
Does the bare T710 need a heatsink?
Crucial states that non-heatsink versions must be used with a motherboard heatsink or another cooler to reach optimal performance, so check that your board has one.
Is the T710 much faster than the T705?
Tom's Hardware found performance relatively similar between the two drives, with the T710's main advantage being much better power efficiency.
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