How do I install an SSD into a PS5?

Installing an NVMe SSD into a PS5 is easy enough for just about anyone to accomplish...as long as you know your way around under your console's hood. Check out our full guide on<a href="https://www.howtogeek.com/753122/how-to-install-nvme-drive-in-your-playstation-5/" data-mce-href="https://www.howtogeek.com/753122/how-to-install-nvme-drive-in-your-playstation-5/"> installing an NVMe drive in your PlayStation 5</a> for more info.

What SSDs are compatible with a PS5?

While many SSDs are compatible with the PS5, some form factors are not. To upgrade your console's storage, you'll want to look for an M.2 NVMe SSD <a href="https://www.howtogeek.com/657972/nvme-vs.-sata-which-ssd-technology-is-faster/" data-mce-href="https://www.howtogeek.com/657972/nvme-vs.-sata-which-ssd-technology-is-faster/">rather than a SATA alternative</a>. All drives featured in this roundup are compatible with the PlayStation 5.

Do I need a heat sink with a PS5 SSD?

No, you do not technically need a heat sink with your SSD. A <a href="https://www.tomshardware.com/features/ps5-ssd-upgrade-temperature-testing/3" data-mce-href="https://www.tomshardware.com/features/ps5-ssd-upgrade-temperature-testing/3">test run by Tom's Hardware</a> found that removing the SSD cover, even without a heat sink in place, was enough heat dissipation to maintain comfortable temperatures while in use. However, a heat sink will certainly aid in keeping your SSD cool, calm, and collected during long or resource-hungry gaming sessions.

How many SSD slots does the PS5 have?

The PS5 offers one SSD expansion slot with support for up to 4TB of storage.

Can an external SSD play PS5 games?

While it may surprise you, the answer is no, you cannot run PS5 games directly from an external SSD. You can store as many games on the external drive as it allows, but when you want to play them, you'll have to copy them to the PS5's internal storage first. Once the game files are copied, you can run the game.

How many SSD slots does the PS5 have?

There is one expansion SSD slot available inside the PS5. You can also connect external SSDs using USB ports.

The Best PS5 SSDs of 2023

How-To Geek

By Tyler Colp

Updated Jan 31, 2023

Need to increase your PS5 storage? These are the best SSDs to get right now.

The Sony PlayStation 5 supports an additional SSD to expand your game and app storage. The installation process is simple, but determining which SSDs will work can be complicated.

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