Can You Use Any SSD for PS5?

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Nope! The PS5 needs a specific type of M.2 NVMe SSD with certain speed and size requirements. Make sure you check Sony's official list of compatible drives before buying.

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CarryingMonte·7 months ago

You can't just use any old SSD. The PS5 requires an M.2 SSD with a PCIe 4.0 interface and a minimum read speed of 5500 MB/s.

SawingBully·7 months ago

Sorry, not all SSDs will work. Only certain M.2 NVMe drives with the right specs can be used in the PS5. Better double-check before making a purchase!

TargetingDirt·7 months ago

Honestly, just make sure it's a PCIe 4.0 M.2 NVMe SSD with at least 5500 MB/s read speed. Anything else isn’t likely going to cut it.

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