Recreational data storage sizes are spiraling out of control, but this innovative 8TB solid-state drive provides a powerful tool to tame the chaos and keep your digital life organized. The one downside? This expense will have a significant impact on your financial situation.
We’re currently reviewing the WD Black SN850X, a powerhouse SSD available in 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB capacities, with an expanded 8TB option now also available. With its new PS5-focused SN850P variant sharing many of its DNA characteristics, the question remains: is it worth upgrading?
The Samsung SN850P boasts a slight edge in speed, yet comfortably surpasses the PS5’s requirements for seamless compatibility, justifying its reputation as a top-tier storage solution. Despite boasting a 7,300MB/s learn velocity, barely distinguishable from the SN850X’s 7,200MB/s, this difference is almost imperceptible during actual usage – whether it’s downloading or playing video games – making it effectively inconsequential.
Is the disparity in drive sizes a value-based consideration? The Samsung 980 PRO M.2 NVMe SSD, in its 8TB capacity and bundled with an official heatsink, is currently available for a price of $929.99 (£872.99) for PC configurations. The PS5-centric Samsung 870 QVO 8TB SSD boasts a price tag of $999.99 (approximately £929.99). This premium lies in the 100 MB/s enhanced read speed and proprietary heat management, which adds up to a substantial $70 markup over the standard model.
The Western Digital drive’s value aligns closely with market standards for 8TB of SSD storage, indicating no significant markup due to its compatibility with the PS5. As someone who has experienced the frustration of purchasing an aftermarket heatsink that doesn’t fit their console, they understand the importance of investing in a product guaranteed to work seamlessly?
While upgrading your PS5’s storage by paying more than twice what you initially paid may not be the most cost-effective option, it is essential to consider the additional storage capacity that comes with this upgrade. In reality, you could potentially store around 53 copies of Baldur’s Gate 3 on a single solid-state drive (SSD).
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