It took a long time, but we’re finally seeing the rollout of expanded storage for the PS5 – Sony took its time in activating the feature, but it’s now available for everyone on the latest software update.
How to install an internal SSD for your PS5: Get more PlayStation 5 storage
There aren’t too many drives out there that work with the console, though – they need to meet exacting requirements on not only speed and quality but also size with a heatsink attached (and you need to have a heatsink, or risk overheating your SSD). We’ve gathered some of the very best options for you, right here.
We’ve tested these SSDs to make sure they fit into the PS5’s expansion slot, meet the speed requirements and are sensibly priced, helping us to narrow down a shortlist of only the most reliable options for you.
Best Internal SSDs for PS5 in 2022
Seagate Firecuda 530WD_Black SN850Samsung 980 Pro HeatsinkXPG Gammix S70 BladeGigabyte Aorus Gen4