WD
WD Black SN850X
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Ranked #3 in Internal SSDs
Backed by 3 cited sources
Covered by 3 outlets
The other Gen4 workhorse: Tom's Hardware's best PS5 SSD and its named alternate for best overall, PCMag's high-performance PCIe 4.0 upgrade pick, and Wirecutter's PS5 choice. Interchangeable with the 990 Pro for most buyers, usually decided by whichever is cheaper that week.
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Key features
- ✓ PCIe 4.0, up to 7,300 MB/s reads
- ✓ Excellent real-world and gaming performance
- ✓ Optional heatsink model fits PS5
- ✓ 1TB to 8TB capacities
- ✓ 5-year warranty
The sources behind this ranking
3 cited sources cover WD Black SN850X. Here's the stance each one takes.
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Tom's Hardware Best SSD for PS5 (2TB) in the 2026 guide and the listed alternate for best SSD overall. S Read → P 
PCMag PCMag's pick for best high-performance M.2 drive for PCIe 4.0 upgrades in its internal SSD roundup; suggested for performance upgrades. A Read → W 
Wirecutter (NYT) Names the WD Black SN850X the best option for PS5 owners who want to install more games. A Read →