Crucial T710 Gen5 Solid State Drive Review @ ThinkComputers

ThinkComputers reviewed the Crucial T710 as a high-performance PCIe 5.0 drive using the Silicon Motion SM2508 controller paired with Micron’s 276-layer 3D TLC NAND and a DRAM cache. The drive is rated for up to 14,500 MB/s read and 13,800 MB/s write performance. In benchmark testing, it achieved performance very close to those specs, showcasing how modern TLC Gen5 drives have matured. The drive excels in workloads where power efficiency and burst throughput matter, making it a compelling option for both desktop and portable systems.

"Crucial is back with another super-fast PCI-Express 5.0 NVMe solid state drive in their brand new T710. This drive makes use of a different controller than we saw on their T700 and T705 drives which we previously reviewed. Here we have the 8-channel Silicon Motion SM2508 controller. This controller should run cooler, which will definitely be a relief from what we saw on the first generation of PCI-Express 5.0 drives. Crucial has teamed this drive with Micron 276-layer 3D TLC NAND and you are going to get a DRAM cache, which is also made by Micron. Rated for speeds of up to 14500 MB/s read and 13800 MB/s write this is going to be one of the fastest drives out there! Read on as we see what this drive can do!"

In their conclusion, the review noted that while the T710 may not dramatically outperform its predecessor across all metrics, its lower power consumption and solid real-world gains justify its existence. ThinkComputers pointed out that the 1 TB variant may offer the best balance of performance and value among the T710 SKUs. For users prioritizing efficiency, responsive speeds, and modern PCIe 5.0 support, the T710 is strongly recommended as a competitive option in its class.

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