Where they actually differ
The most decisive specs, ranked by how much they matter — before the full spec table.
| Spec | Crucial - MX500 1TB | Samsung - 870 EVO 1TB |
|---|---|---|
| Endurance (TBW) | 360 | 600 |
| Sequential write | 510 MB/s | 530 MB/s |
Between the MX500 1TB and 870 EVO 1TB, the MX500 1TB comes out ahead in several specs, while the 870 EVO 1TB wins on endurance (tbw) / sequential write. Overall, the MX500 1TB scores 43.5 and the 870 EVO 1TB scores 43.5 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
These two are evenly matched on the broad strokes; the decision sits on which individual spec advantages weigh more for your use.
The MX500 1TB does not pull ahead on any single popular-comparison spec — its strengths sit in the spec-table groups rather than the headline advantages.
Pick the 870 EVO 1TB if you care most about endurance (tbw) / sequential write. Its strongest claims are endurance (tbw), sequential write. The single most decisive one: Endurance (TBW) — 66.67% more. 600 vs 360.
Both ship with comparable capacity, sequential read, interface, so those specs do not separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: there is no wrong answer here — match the spec advantages to how you actually use the product. The Mars Score parity says both are well-rounded; the differences are about trade-offs, not quality.
Which should you buy: Crucial - MX500 1TB or Samsung - 870 EVO 1TB?
The two products are effectively tied on the current Mars Score.The more useful decision is the trade-off behind that result: compare sequential write against the way you will actually use the product.
Choose Crucial - MX500 1TB if…
Crucial - MX500 1TB does not lead a decisive measured field here, so choose it for price, ecosystem, design, or availability when those matter more to you.
Choose Samsung - 870 EVO 1TB if…
Samsung - 870 EVO 1TB has the measurable edge on tbw, write mbps.
This is a structured comparison of the published catalog values. It is not a claim of identical real-world performance across every workload; use the linked spec drill-downs and methodology page to inspect the inputs.
Why Crucial - MX500 1TB wins
- No decisive advantages.
Why Samsung - 870 EVO 1TB wins
- ▲Endurance (TBW) — 66.67% more. 600 vs 360.
- ▲Sequential write — 3.92% more. 530 MB/s vs 510 MB/s.
Spec comparison
Capacity
| Spec | Crucial - MX500 1TB | Samsung - 870 EVO 1TB |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1000 GB | 1000 GB |
Performance
| Spec | Crucial - MX500 1TB | Samsung - 870 EVO 1TB |
|---|---|---|
| Sequential read | 560 MB/s | 560 MB/s |
| Sequential write | 510 MB/s | 530 MB/slead |
| Interface | SATA III | SATA III |
| Form factor | 2.5" SATA | 2.5" SATA |
Endurance
| Spec | Crucial - MX500 1TB | Samsung - 870 EVO 1TB |
|---|---|---|
| Endurance (TBW)ⓘ | 360 | 600lead |
| Warranty | 5 yrs | 5 yrs |