Crucial MX500 against WD Blue SN580
WD Blue SN580 leads on the overall index. Typical prices, not live ones.
The verdict
- The WD Blue SN580 scores 68% higher on the ScoutSpecs index.
- The WD Blue SN580 typically costs $10 less.
- Per dollar, the WD Blue SN580 is the better buy: 108.5 points per $100 against 55.1.
Head to head
| Measure | Crucial MX500 | WD Blue SN580 | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spec score | 38 | 64 | 26 ptsright |
| Value, points per $100 | 55.1 | 108.5 | 97%right |
| Typical price | $69 | $59 | $10right |
| Capacity | 1000 GB | 1000 GB | level |
| Sequential read | 560 MB/s | 4150 MB/s | 641%right |
| Sequential write | 510 MB/s | 4150 MB/s | 714%right |
Specifications
| Spec | Crucial MX500 | WD Blue SN580 |
|---|---|---|
| Interface | SATA | NVMe PCIe 4.0 |
| Capacity | 1 TB | 1 TB |
| Sequential read | 560 MB/s | 4,150 MB/s |
| Sequential write | 510 MB/s | 4,150 MB/s |
| DRAM cache | Yes | No |
| Brand | Crucial | Western Digital |
| Released | 2018 | 2023 |
| Typical price | $69 | $59 |