Why Does PS4 Copying Take So Long?

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The PS4 copies files slowly because it reverts to its old school mechanical hard drive for copying and not its faster SSD. Patience, young grasshopper!

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EnvassalingTier·7 months ago

It's basically the PS4 doing a meticulous check to make sure your game updates and installs are perfect. Slow and steady wins the race, right?

AgeingJetty·7 months ago

The hard drive inside your PS4 isn't the fastest, and copying processes involve a lot of data verification. Yup, it takes time.

WipingBride·7 months ago

Honestly, it's just because the PS4's hardware is getting old. Might be time for a PS5 upgrade if speed's your thing!

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