Samsung's first gen 5 SSD is slower than most PS5 SSDs, but that might be okay
Samsung's first Gen 5 SSD prioritizes compatibility over speed, using clever architecture to make it usable with both PCIe 4.0 and PCIe 5.0 systems.
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HardwareSSD Hard DrivesSamsung’s first gen 5 SSD is slower than most PS5 SSDs, but that might be okayWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
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In 2023, we saw the dawn of PCIe Gen 5 SSDs in the mainstream market. This time last year, the first few drives were trickling their way into Asian markets, and as motherboard compatibility started to become a bit more common, bigger brands started taking a crack at them.
Now, we have a few models that are widely available. ADATA’s Legend 970 has its own cooling fan built into its heatsink, and the Crucial T700 Pro has reviewed …
