Everyone has a PS5 by now, right? Because storage is one of its biggest weak points and thankfully there’s a way to internally expand on that – enter the Seagate PS5 M.2 Drive 1TB, a storage expansion option designed specifically for the PlayStation 5. I was eager to put this SSD through its paces as I was losing storage fast. The fact that there’s firmware specifically tailored to work seamlessly with both the Digital and Standard Editions of the PS5, installation was a key selling point for me.
Heat management is crucial for maintaining peak performance, especially during intense gaming sessions. The Seagate PS5 M.2 Drive tackles this challenge head-on with its custom heatsink. By minimizing thermal throttling, the SSD ensures that your system stays cool under pressure, allowing for extended periods of uninterrupted gameplay. I have the system standing so ventilation is rather good overall – but with the heatsink, things should be cool. With read and write speeds of up to 7300/6000MB/s respectively, this SSD harnesses the full power of PCIe Gen4 technology. Whether you’re loading massive open-world environments or transferring large files, loading times feel rather identical to PS5’s native drive.
The need for additional storage is a common concern for gamers, especially with the growing size of modern titles. Thankfully, the Seagate PS5 M.2 Drive offers a simple solution. You can find storage options between 1TB and 4TB ranging between $100 to $250 depending on the retailer.
It’s a pretty easy choice to make and I recommend getting it if you need extra storage – optimization specifically for the PS5 is huge, heatsink is sleek and effective alongisdeit’s incredible read/write speed – you can’t go wrong. Checkout their options here.
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