Crucial MX500 1TB
(CT1000MX500SSD1)2.5-inchSATA IIIRead 560 MB/sWrite 510 MB/s1TB
HIGH
Crucial MX500 1TB6 listings
SSD for Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (Mid 2012) (A1286)
2012
Form Factor: 2.5-inch SATAInterface: SATA IIIMax Capacity: 2TB
Upgradeable
Quick answer
The Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (Mid 2012) (A1286) is matched with Crucial MX500 1TB, Samsung 870 EVO 1TB, WD Blue SA510 500GB, Samsung 870 EVO 500GB. Compatible storage type: 2.5-inch SATA SATA III. Capacity guidance: up to 2TB. Before buying, confirm your exact model number, storage interface, physical size, and connector/keying. Listings are from eBay and Amazon and may change.
Compatible SSDs for the Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (Mid 2012)
Samsung 870 EVO 1TB
(MZ-77E1T0B/AM)2.5-inchSATA IIIRead 560 MB/sWrite 530 MB/s1TBHIGHWD Blue SA510 500GB
(WDS500G3B0A)2.5-inch SATASATA IIIRead 560 MB/sWrite 500 MB/s500GBHIGHWD Blue SA510 500GB2 listings
Samsung 870 EVO 500GB
(MZ-77E500B/AM)2.5-inch SATASATA IIIRead 560 MB/sWrite 530 MB/s500GBHIGHSamsung 870 EVO 500GB8 listings
Listings and prices are pulled from eBay and Amazon and may change. Always verify compatibility — confirm your exact model number, storage interface, physical size, and connector/keying — before purchase. Last checked July 24, 2026.
SSD Upgrade Guide for the Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (Mid 2012)
This device uses a 2.5-inch SATA drive with a SATA III interface. Maximum supported capacity is 2TB.
This device supports SATA SSDs. While slower than NVMe, SATA SSDs are still a major improvement over traditional hard drives.
Always power off your device and disconnect power before replacing storage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What SSD fits the Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (Mid 2012) (A1286)?
The Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (Mid 2012) (A1286) is matched with Crucial MX500 1TB, Samsung 870 EVO 1TB, WD Blue SA510 500GB, Samsung 870 EVO 500GB. It supports 2.5-inch SATA SATA III. This device supports up to 2TB based on our records. Before buying, confirm your exact model number, storage interface, physical size, and connector/keying.
How do I verify SSD compatibility?
Verify your full model number against the device page, then confirm the physical form factor (2.5-inch SATA), interface (SATA III), and M.2 keying if applicable. Compare against your existing drive or manufacturer specs before purchase.
Can I use NVMe if my device originally had SATA?
The Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (Mid 2012) (A1286) is recorded with a SATA-class interface (2.5-inch SATA SATA III). NVMe drives typically require an NVMe-capable M.2 slot and matching keying — do not assume NVMe works if your model only supports SATA. Check your exact model and slot before buying.
Does physical size and keying matter?
Yes. M.2 drives vary by length (e.g. 2280) and keying (B-key, M-key, B+M). 2.5-inch and other form factors must match the bay or adapter your device accepts. The Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch (Mid 2012) (A1286) is documented as 2.5-inch SATA SATA III — a drive with the wrong size or key will not fit or work.
Are these listings live and current?
Listings and prices are pulled from eBay and Amazon and may change at any time. We refresh marketplace data regularly, but always verify the listing title, condition, and seller before purchase.