Articles tagged with "SSD"
31 articles
Need more Steam Deck storage? These five M.2 2230 1TB SSDs fit the slot, stay cool enough on PCIe 3.0, and leave room for a serious library - from the Crucial P310 to budget 2230 picks under $200.
Michel Duar
A quick format is not a secure wipe. Learn ATA Secure Erase, NVMe sanitize, BitLocker and FileVault crypto-erase, manufacturer tools, and a checklist before you sell or recycle an SSD.
Michel Duar
Older laptops with a 2.5" bay still love SATA SSDs. We compare six 2TB drives for 2026 upgrades, plus bay thickness, cloning, and DRAM tips.
Michel Duar
SATA SSDs still make sense in 2026 for older laptop bays and secondary desktop storage. Here is when to buy SATA, when to force NVMe, and which use cases still favor 2.5-inch drives.
Michel Duar
Gen5 SSDs look faster on paper, but most buyers still get better value from Gen4. Here is when the Gen5 premium is worth it for gaming, large copies, thermals, and motherboard support in 2026.
Michel Duar
Find the right NVMe SSD for your gaming desktop in 2026. This guide compares the Samsung 990 PRO, WD_BLACK SN850X 4TB, Kingston FURY Renegade with heatsink, Lexar NM790, Samsung 9100 PRO Gen5, and 990 EVO Plus across capacity, endurance, and real-world gaming load times.
Michel Duar
Find the best SSDs for video editing in 2026 - from Gen5 NVMe drives for 8K RAW workflows to fast portable SSDs for on-location shoots. Covers scratch disk setup, Gen4 vs Gen5 for Premiere and DaVinci, and top picks from Samsung, Kingston, Crucial, and SanDisk.
Michel Duar
Running out of console storage space in 2026? This guide covers PS5 M.2 NVMe expansion, portable HDDs and SSDs for Xbox archive storage, and explains exactly what each console allows for internal vs external drives.
Michel Duar
Modern AAA games regularly hit 80 to 150 GB each. This guide breaks down real game size data, helps you estimate your actual needs, and recommends the right NVMe drive whether you are building with 1 TB, 2 TB, or need external storage for your full library.
Michel Duar
Used SSDs can be 40 to 60 percent cheaper than new - but a drive with hidden wear can fail without warning. This guide shows you how to read SMART data with CrystalDiskInfo, spot red flags from private sellers, and decide when buying new is the smarter choice.
Michel Duar
Avoid the costly portable SSD mistakes: wrong USB generation, sustained write myths, skipping rugged needs, and under-buying capacity. Checklist plus T7 Shield, Extreme PRO, and T9 picks.
Michel Duar
Upgrading a laptop drive is one of the best-value PC improvements you can make. This guide covers how to check M.2 slot compatibility, pick the right SATA or NVMe drive, clone your existing setup, and boot from your new storage without reinstalling Windows.
Michel Duar
Looking for a fast portable SSD without spending more than $150? We compare Samsung T7, T7 Shield, Crucial X9, and SanDisk Extreme 1TB models that usually sit in that budget, with Amazon links and clear buying tips.
Michel Duar
Samsung T9 vs SanDisk Extreme PRO portable SSD: both near 2000 MB/s and about $350. Compare speed on real USB links, IP65 ruggedness, software and encryption, and which drive fits desk docks versus field kits.
Michel Duar
Review of the WD_BLACK SN850X 4TB Gen4 NVMe: up to 7300/6300 MB/s, M.2 2280, street price near $520.78, and ~4.8 stars from thousands of Amazon ratings. Who needs 4TB for gaming libraries, what the specs mean in practice, and when a cheaper drive is enough.
Michel Duar
The 1TB NVMe SSD market offers excellent value under $80 in 2026. Crucial P3 Plus, Kingston NV2, and WD Black SN770 are compared on speed, endurance, and real-world value. Includes DRAM cache explained and installation tips.
Michel Duar
Crucial T500 (~$369.50, up to 7400/7000) vs Samsung 990 EVO Plus (~$379.99, up to 7250/6300). Speed, Adobe vs Magician, and which NVMe fits your workload.
Michel Duar
The Samsung 990 PRO remains a top Gen4 NVMe pick in 2026. We break down its 7450/6900 MB/s claims, thermals, value versus the 990 EVO Plus and WD_BLACK SN850X, and whether the 2TB model at about $338.50 still deserves your money.
Michel Duar
Hands-on style review of the Samsung T7 Shield 2TB: IP65 dust and water resistance, drop rating near 9.8 ft, USB 3.2 Gen 2 speeds up to 1050/1000 MB/s, and street pricing around $169.99. Who should buy it, what holds up in the field, and where a cheaper T7 still wins.
Michel Duar
SSD prices in 2026 are steady after the tight 2024-2025 NAND cycles. Use cost per gigabyte to judge any deal: a 250GB drive runs $0.08-$0.12 per GB, while 1TB-4TB drives drop to $0.05 or less. Smaller drives cost more per GB because the controller and board cost the same. Compare live prices before you buy.
Michel Duar
Discover the top portable SSDs optimized for AI tasks, highlighting speed, durability, and connectivity to handle large datasets and model training efficiently.
Michel Duar
Discover how 3D NAND with over 500 layers transforms SSD capacity, performance, and efficiency, unlocking new possibilities for consumers and enterprises alike.
Michel Duar
Explore the differences between M.2, NVMe, SATA, and CFexpress external SSDs to find the best option for your workflow, whether for video editing, photography, or general storage needs.
Michel Duar
PCIe 6.0 doubles the bandwidth of its predecessor and redefines how SSDs handle speed, efficiency, and data integrity. This article explores how the shift to PAM4 signaling, advanced error correction, and higher throughput will shape next-generation storage performance and system design.
Michel Duar