Sabrent Rocket PCIe 4.0 1TB
We’re starting with the cheapest SSD we’ve found compatible with the PS5. Note that, to be compatible with the console, cannot exceed 11.25 mm in height. This implies that with or without a radiator, this is the maximum possible height. In addition, SSDs must be based on the PCIe 4.0 interface, which is a prerequisite.
The Sabrent Rocket unit we selected does not have a heatsink, so the height is well below the limit. In addition, this unit is based on the PCIe 4.0 interface, so in this sense it is also supported. These two parameters guarantee full compatibility with the Sony console.
This unit gives us 1 TB of storage of capacity, which is enough to install games. But, this unit has one downside and that is the running speeds. This storage unit offers up to 5000 MB/s read and until 4400 MB/s write.
It’s clearly not the fastest drive on the market, but it offers good value for money.
Seagate FireCuda 530 1TB
We are now moving towards a solution with similar characteristics, but with an important difference: performance. These Seagate storage drives are a solution designed for gaming. The famous brand of mechanical hard drives has made the leap to SSDs with solutions of enormous quality and functionality.
The Seagate drive is based on the Phison E18 controller and memories CCM 3D NAND Flash, whose manufacturer is not mentioned. Thanks to this combination of elements, the speeds of read up to 7300 MB/s and speeds of Write up to 6000MB/s.
We’re talking about a perfect storage unit for desktop computers and the PS5. It offers full compatibility with the Sony console, both in terms of features and dimensions.
Samsung SSD 980 PRO 1TB
One of the biggest storage drive manufacturers out there must have a solution for the PS5. This SSD unit offers very good performance and features. That heatsink unit is missing, so it’s entirely possible in that regard. Moreover, it is based on PCIe 4.0 interfaceit is therefore fully compatible.
This device uses memory manufactured by Samsung itself, which is of the highest possible quality. The unit offers read speed up to 7000MB and from until 5000 MB/s write. These are excellent returns for a unit of these characteristics.
The truth is that Seagate’s solution offers better performance, but of course Samsung’s drives are the best on the market.
Western Digital Black SN850X 1TB
Without a doubt, it is always better to buy an SSD that incorporates a passive heatsink. This WD storage drive incorporates a to flow allowing maintain performance at any time. It is well known that the increase in temperature in SSDs generates a drop in performance to protect memories.
The WD drive has a to flow integrated passive whose total height is less than 10mm, so it is fully compatible. This unit, by the way, is based on the iInterfaz PCIe 4.0, therefore, it meets the requirements established for the PS5.
This storage unit offers us a read speed up to 7300 MB/s and in is writtenmight happen at 6350 MB/s. It’s the best performing unit of all and it’s brutally good quality.
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