The 7 best PS5 compatible SSDs to buy on Black Friday

If you have a PS5 and are looking for an SSD to increase the console’s storage space, we’re here to help! In this Voxel guide, see Here’s what you need to know and some PS5-compatible SSD models to consider.

Since 2021 it is possible to increase PlayStation 5 storage using one NVMe PCIe Gen 4 SSD, but there is a significant compatibility requirement. In addition to being PCIe 4.0, Sony also Recommends SSD write speed to be at least 5,500 MB/sThis narrows down the options a bit.

It is recommended to use a cooler on SSD, but it is not absolutely necessary. Non-drain models will still deliver good performance on PS5, but maximum transfer speeds may drop slightly when the weather is very hot.

All SSDs listed in this article are also compatible with computers approved by Sony and manufacturers.

Some of the best options on the Brazilian market

If you want to follow Black Friday promotions, it is useful to follow the prices of the SSD models below for PS5. Some prices may vary depending on SSD capacity, but you can also look for the same models with larger or less capacity. PS5 supports SSDs from 250GB to 8TB.

WD Black SN850X – 2TB

This model has speeds well above the speeds Sony recommends for PS5. It does not have a large heat dissipation structure, it has a very thin and inconspicuous structure, and the version I highlighted here has 2 TB of storage.

XPG S70 Blade – 2TB

Another 2TB SSD model that offers better value for money as it’s much cheaper and has basically the same features as the WD Black SN850X.

Kingston Fury Renegade – 1TB

Since this other model is 1TB, it is already cheaper, but it is possible to find other storage capacities. Sequential read and write speeds are still well above what the PS5 recommends.

Husky Gaming Blizzard – 2TB

HE Husky Gaming Blizzard the first thing that comes with heat dissipation structure much more robust. Reaches 7100 MB/s sequential reading with 2 TB and Designed for use on PS5.

Corsair Force MP600 PRO LPX – 1TB

This Corsair model is also an option that includes the cooler but in this case 1TB storage. In this sense, the cost-benefit ratio of the other model is better.

Corsair MP600 PRO NH – 1TB

Another Corsair model with 7000 MB/s reading and 5700 MB/s writing speed.

Can I use a slower SSD on PS5?

Every model we’ve reviewed so far beats Sony’s offerings, but Is it also possible to use a slower SSD? Yes it is possible and it worksbut he still You need to use PCIe 4.0 interface, Since the console identifies PCIe 3.0 and blocks it.

Nowadays, even games that demand the highest speeds from SSDs, such as Ratchet and Clank and Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, run normally with a slightly slower SSD than recommended. Game transfers will just take a little longer.

It is important to emphasize that doesn’t guarantee there won’t be games in the future that demand much more from SSDs and that simpler does not provide a good experience. Therefore, being aware of this, you can look for simpler models if you are interested.

Kingston NV2 SSD – 2TB

Kingston NV2 SSD is an example of a simpler model. Like the other SSDs mentioned in this article, it is an NVMe based on PCIe Gen 4. but the sequential read speed is 3500 MB/s.

The PS5 should display a warning that the speed is below recommended, but it will allow games to run normally on the added SSD.