Best SSDs for PS5 for 2024: Part 2
By ForGeeks The first part of this article was dedicated to the nuances you need to pay attention to when choosing an SSD for your PS5. So that you don’t waste your time looking for one, we have compiled a list of the best SSDs for all tastes and capacities. Also at the end are some answers to frequently asked questions that may be helpful.
Here’s what we’ve done.
Best SSD on 2 TB for PS5
SN850P — is a great choice for users who need a fast and reliable SSD drive for PS5. It is officially licensed, features a heatsink, and is highly rated by users. The WD brand is known for producing quality SSD drives.
WD is a well-known brand for producing quality SSD drives.
The heatsink of the SSD drive bears the PlayStation logo, which confirms the official license. The price of the product matches the quality and value to the user. The SSD heatsink is designed with the PS5 in mind, and is labeled to confirm this.
The lack of instructions may be a slight drawback for some users, but for most experienced users it shouldn’t be a problem. The SN850P is a good choice for gamers looking to improve the performance of the PS5.
Best 4 TB SSD for PS5
For most gamers, a 4TB SSD for PS5, such as the FireCuda 530 4TB, will be the largest capacity they could ever want. Since larger sizes tend to mean longer and more stable usage, it’s worth buying something that can last a long time. The FireCuda 530 has proven itself capable of doing just that.
For everyday use, you’ll love the fast read and write speeds, which combined are just over 7,000 MB/s. Please note that the manufacturer’s materials provided by the manufacturer give the FireCuda 530 a read speed of 7,300 MB/s, while the specifications for the 4 TB version show a maximum speed of about 7,250 MB/s. In practice, you’ll see different speed reports depending on what you’re doing, but the general consensus is that the FireCuda 530 is fast. In addition, the included heatsink effectively controls and normalizes the temperature of the SSD, reducing heat-related speed dips and maintaining the durability required for the PS5 SSD.
The included heatsink effectively controls and normalizes the temperature of the SSD, reducing heat-related speed dips and maintaining the durability required for the PS5 SSD.
And, speaking of durability, it should be noted, that this is one of the best PS5 4 TB SSDs available. In addition to the heatsink, the enclosure design utilizes materials, that dissipate heat, thereby protecting the hardware.The internal components should last for 1.8 million hours, which is enough time for your grandchildren to be born and die. The drive is rated 5,100 TBW, which means it can rewrite up to 5,100 TB, before running out of capacity. According to SeaGate, the manufacturer of FireCuda 530, you can «overwrite 70% of the drive’s capacity every day for 5 years». Speaking of about 5 years — that’s also the length of this SSD’s warranty.
And that’s how long the warranty on this SSD lasts.
Best 8 TB SSD for PS5
Many gamers will find the 8TB of this version of the Corsair MP600 PRO LPX to be overkill, but if you need power, this is the drive to buy. By and large, the Corsair MP600 Pro LPX is already considered one of the best accessories for the PS5, and the 1TB version is an affordable option. However, this product also does well among its 8TB competitors, combining affordability and quality design. While it’s a little slower than the competition («a little» — is the key word), you’ll appreciate it for its form factor and internal heat dissipation.
Best budget SSD for PS5
The Nextorage Japan 1TB SSD, like most 1TB SSDs, has a pretty favorable price tag. However, the Nextorage Japan SSD wins them over as one of the best budget SSDs for the PS5 thanks to the rare combination of having a heatsink. It’s something you shouldn’t pass up.
Of course, not everything is perfect. Some users have complained about installation and reading problems with Nextorage Japan’s PS5 device, but those cases are few and far between.
Some users have complained about installation and reading problems with Nextorage Japan’s PS5 device.
Other PS5 SSDs
Adata XPG Gammix S70 Blade — Adata is popular and can be found at a lower price point than similar products, but it didn’t have premium quality in the categories.
WD Black SN850 and WD Black SN850X — An entire article could be written about the best PS5 WD Black SSDs, so popular and well made are they. Ultimately, we’ve settled on the WD Black SN850P for this article, although if you want a wider selection and are a fan of the brand, you should definitely check out these two alternative drives in the SN850 series.
WD Black SN850P
Addlink’s S95 — the largest variant of the S95 nearly became the best PS5 SSD in the 8TB category thanks to its fast performance and lower price. Unfortunately, it doesn’t have a heatsink.
Questions when buying SSDs PS5
Is 2 TB enough for PS5?”
A 2TB solid state drive will be enough for most PS5 gamers. With this amount of storage, you’ll be able to notice early on when your storage limit is about to expire, and you’ll have plenty of time to delete annoying or unwanted games. We recommend getting models from 2TB to 4TB.
Should I buy SSD 2 or 4 TB for PS5?
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For PS5 PS5 SSD 2 and 4 TB. The average gamer will be happy with 2 TB SSD but gamers, who enjoy giant open-world games with complex design, may want 4 TB SSD SSD capacity.Given that the PS5 already has room for 1 TB, you probably won’t need more.
By the way, the PS5 already has room for 1 TB, you probably won’t need more than that.
Does PS5 support 8 TB SSDs?”
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Yes, the PS5 supports 8 8 TB SSDs, but that’s too much for most gamers. Since games can be deleted and re-downloaded, there’s no real reason to have an SSD that big.
How many slots for SSD SSD does PS5 have?”
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The PS5 only has one slot for an external SSD. You can find it by laying the PS5 on its side with the PlayStation logo facing down and removing the console’s side panel. You can install either SSD in the slot by following Sony’s M.2 SSD installation guide.
