With the update that allows users to upgrade the storage on their PlayStation 5 console, many manufacturers now produce SSDs compatible with Sony’s system. Sony lists several requirements for the drive to function properly, including a sequential read speed of at least 5,500 MB/s and a storage capacity between 250 GB and 4 TB.
Adding a new SSD to the console is a very simple process, and usually isn’t more than a couple of steps. We’ve gathered some of the best ones available from a variety of manufacturers and price points to make your decision-making process that much easier.
Check out the list below to see which SSD for your PS5 is best for you:
be quiet! BZ003 MC1 M.2 SSD Cooler
The be quiet! BZ003 MC1 is a heatsink that can be connected to your SSD to your PS5 as expandable storage. It features an integrated heat pipe to allow for further cooling performance. This cooling allows the attached drive to operate at full performance for an extended period of time without throttling the drive.
Priced at $19.90, this is a good option if you already have a PS5-compatible drive without a heatsink attached.
be quiet! MC1 Pro M.2 SSD Cooler, Heatpipe Heatsink for 2280 NVMe, Dual-Sided Compatible, Black Aluminum for Maximum Cooling Performance, BZ003
- High-Performance Cooling with Integrated Heatpipe: Advanced aluminum heatsink with built-in heatpipe ensures efficient heat dissipation, keeping your M.2 NVMe SSD cool even under heavy workloads.
- Maintains Maximum Read and Write Speed: Prevents thermal throttling by lowering SSD temperatures, allowing your drive to maintain top performance for longer periods.
$19.90
Lexar Play 2280 SE 4TB SSD
The Lexar Play 2280 SE 4TB SSD is a strong choice for PlayStation 5 users looking to expand their storage with a mix of capacity, performance and value. The drive offers 4TB of space, enough to hold more than 100 AAA games, easily accommodating even the largest libraries. With games constantly increasing in size, that space is especially valuable. It features PCIe Gen4 speeds of up to 7,000 MB/s for reads and 6,000 MB/s for writes, though the PS5 caps speeds at 6,300 MB/s. Even so, it ensures quick load times and smooth gameplay.
The hardware combines an InnoGrit IG5236 controller with Solidigm QLC NAND flash, offering a rated endurance of 3,200 TBW and backed by a five-year warranty. Competitively priced, this SSD delivers one of the best value propositions for gamers seeking major storage gains without sacrificing speed or thermal stability. Its plug-and-play compatibility with the PS5 lets users play directly from the drive without transferring or deleting existing games, making it a smart addition to any expanding gaming collection.
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Lexar 4TB Play SSD with Heatsink PCle Gen 4×4 NVMe M.2 2280 Internal Solid State Drive, Up to 7400/6500 MB/s, Compatible with PS5, Gamers, Creators (LNMPLY8004T-RNNNU)
- Designed to coordinate with your PS5, the Lexar PLAY 2280 PCIe 4.0 SSD is made to enhance your gaming experience.
- 7400MB/s max read and 6500MB/s max write speeds ensure reduced load times and deliver seamless gameplay. 4TB: 3200TBW.
−$113.80
$266.19
WD_BLACK 1TB SN850 NVMe Internal Gaming SSD Solid State Drive
We love WD for their PC Solid State Drives, and the WD_BLACK SN850 is no different. Compatible with your PS5 via the heatsink model, the WD_Black SN850 is available in up to 2 TB of storage, making sure you can store all your games.
With read and write speeds of 7000MB/s and 5300MB/s respectively, load times are kept to a minimum. RGB lighting for use in your PC, controlled through the WD_BLACK Dashboard gives you another level of customization.
WD_BLACK 1TB SN850 NVMe Internal Gaming SSD Solid State Drive – Gen4 PCIe, M.2 2280, 3D NAND, Up to 7,000 MB/s – WDS100T1X0E
- Next-gen PCIe Gen4 technology optimized for top-tier gaming (not intended for NAS or server environments)
- Irrationally fast read/write speeds up to 7000/5300MB/s (1TB model) and up to 1,000,000 IOPS (1TB and 2TB models)
$129.99
XPG GAMMIX S70 BLADE PCIe Gen4x4 M.2 2280 Solid State Drive
Impressive read/write speeds (7400/6800MB/s) and temperature reducing qualities of up to 30% puts the XPG GAMMIX S70 above most other PCIe Gen3 SSDs. The XPG GAMMIX S70 sports the latest PCIe Gen4 interface, allowing for up to two times faster read/write when compared to PCIe Gen3 SSDs. Not only that, but it is also compatible with PCIe 3.0!
With a maximum storage capacity of 2 TB, the XPG GAMMIX S70 will help you make sure there is always space for your newest games on the console. Priced at $329.99 CAD, the XPG GAMMIX S70 is the second-most expensive option on our list here but seems well worth the price. A 5-year manufacturer warranty rounds out the XPG GAMMIX S70 on a high.
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XPG 2TB GAMMIX S70 Blade – Works with Playstation 5, PCIe Gen4 M.2 2280 Internal Gaming SSD Up to 7,400 MB/s (AGAMMIXS70B-2T-CS)
- Interface: PCIe Gen4 NVMe 1.4
- Speed on PS5: Under the operating environment of the PS5, the sequential read speed of both 1TB and 2TB models measured at 6100MB/s * To be able to work on PS5, PS5 firmware 21.02-04.00.00.42 or higher is required
−$26.96
$129.99
Seagate FireCuda 530 4TB Internal Solid State Drive
Seagate are well known for their hard drives, and the PS5-compatible FireCuda 530 4 TB is one of the absolute best that are available right now. The staggering 4 TB of storage will take a Herculean effort to fill so you can rest assured it can handle what you throw at it. Read/write speeds are in the upper echelon as well, at 7300MB/s, twice as fast as PCIe Gen3 M.2 NVMe drives and up to 12x faster than standard SATA SSDs.
The FireCuda 530 4 TB is by far the most expensive option on the list, selling for $1079.99 CAD, so make sure this is the one you want before splashing the cash down. Easy, drop-in installation with no additional parts required makes this a tough choice to pass up.
Seagate FireCuda 530R SSD with Heatsink 4TB Internal Solid State Drive – M.2 PCIe Gen4 ×4 NVMe 1.4, speeds up to 7400MB/s, 5050TBW, 1.8M MTBF with Rescue Services (ZP4000GM3A073)
- PEAK PERFORMANCE: Ultra-fast PCIe Gen4 SSD speeds for accelerated gaming and content creation
- EASY GAMING: Supports Microsoft DirectStorage technology for faster load times
Corsair MP600 LPX Pro 1 TB M.2 NVMe PCIe x4 Gen4 SSD
Corsair is very well known for their PC components, and they’ve decided to make the leap to PS5-compatible SSDs. The MP600 LPX Pro offers multiple options for storage space, with 500 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, and 4 TB being available for purchase. With sequential read and write speeds of 7100 MB/s and 6800 MB/s respectively, larger games will have no trouble loading faster and smoother.
The MP600 LPX Pro comes pre-installed with a low-profile aluminium heat spreader, which will help disperse heat and ensure the performance of the drive remains high. A comprehensive 5-year warranty rounds out this entry, so you can feel safe with this purchase.
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Corsair MP600 PRO LPX 2TB M.2 NVMe PCIe x4 Gen4 SSD – Optimised for PS5 (Up to 7,100MB/sec Sequential Read & 6,800MB/sec Sequential Write Speeds, High-Speed Interface, Compact Form Factor) Black
- Extreme Gen4 Storage Performance on PS5: Expand your PS5 storage capacity with a PCIe Gen4 x4 SSD that delivers up to 7,100MB/sec sequential read and 6,800MB/sec sequential write speeds.Specific uses: Gaming
- High-speed PCIe Gen4 x4 M.2 NVMe 1.4 Interface: Using PCIe Gen4 technology for maximum bandwidth, the MP600 PRO LPX delivers incredible storage performance.
−$30.00
$169.99
