IOMeter Random Write results puts the MX300 1TB model back on track with solid results across the file sizes. It’s still being edged out by another SSD, this time it’s the Limited Edition MX300 750Gb.
The IOMeter Random Write results show the domination of the Samsung SM951 512GB M.2 cut right down to only about double an SSDs performance. Still incredible but showing in everyday usage, an M.2 will not always appear to be any faster than a good SSD, unless you are a heavy file transfer, or use audio/video software.
Crucial MX300 1TB SSD Storage Review
Package - 7.8
Performance - 8.1
Price - 9
Consumer Experience - 8
8.2
The Crucial MX300 1TB conclusion is going to be a bit different. The performance is as marketed by Crucial and that makes it fast. It's right up there in terms of performance with any of the SSDs on test and even the Samsung M.2 drive in application tests. There is no disputing what it can do. The main stumbling point for most will be the price. However, this is going to be the Crucial MX300 1TB main strength. Crucial have priced this as by far the cheapest 1TB drive on the market. For some of their competitors it's almost 50% cheaper, which is astonishing.