Crucial T700 2TB w/ Heatsink
A pro-tier 2TB Gen5 NVMe with bundled heatsink, rated around 12,400 MB/s read — halo-level throughput for high-speed content-creation storage and hardcore gaming rigs, with cooling included. Just note that for gaming specifically, Gen5 speeds add little over Gen4 in real load times.
Scores
BreakdownHideOverall73±6Caliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions; excluded here: value (volatile or unpriced), compatibility (no ecosystem dimension).
Scores
BreakdownHideCaliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions; excluded here: value (volatile or unpriced), compatibility (no ecosystem dimension).
The ± band on the overall score reflects sourcing confidence — wider when fewer specs are verified.
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Specifications
| Spec | Value | Verification |
|---|---|---|
| storage type | NVMe Gen5Flagged | Flagged |
| capacity (GB) | 2000Flagged | Flagged |
| read (MB/s) | 12400Sourced | Sourced |
1/3 detail specs sourced · 2 flagged for verification. Amber rows are flagged for verification — we show them as reported, not confirmed.
Verdict
Best for
- Gen5 halo performance on sale
- high-speed content-creation storage
- hardcore gaming rigs
Who should skip this
- Gamers — game load times are identical to a Gen4 drive, so the Gen5 premium buys nothing here
- Mini-ITX or slim builds — the tall bundled heatsink fouls GPU backplates and low-profile coolers
- Boards with a built-in M.2 cooler — you're paying twice for the same thermal job
Where to buy
List price $370
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Compatibility
No platform-specific compatibility requirements — this works in any standard pc builds setup.
Upgrade path
A top-tier storage — there's little to upgrade to within the category.