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Aleksha McLoughlin

How to install an M.2 SSD in your PS5

Installing a M.2 SSD in a PS5

Installing an M.2 SSD in your PS5 is the best way to increase the storage of your console, which is essential for anyone who downloads a lot of games on their system. However, installing an SSD can be pretty intimidating to newcomers, but once you know what you're doing it'll only take a few minutes. To make the entire process easier we've pulled together a beginner-friendly guide to help walk you through the process.

The PS5 is a truly remarkable console from a hardware perspective, but it's got a serious storage limitation. While the box claims to have 825GB of usable space, you've only got 677.2GB when accounting for the system OS and other essential files. As the best PS5 games keep getting bigger, you'll soon find yourself running out of room. Installing an M.2 SSD in your PS5 alleviates that worry. That's why getting yourself one of the best SSDs for PS5 in 2023 is essential. 

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