Storage

The Teamgroup T‑Force GC Pro 2 TB Gen5 NVMe hits blistering 13 GB/s read and 12 GB/s write speeds for just $199, works fine in a PS5, and even packs DRAM. The only possible downside is that it runs hot under load, reaching into a high 70°C range despite its graphene pad, so you’ll need active cooling. However, if you can tame the heat, it’s unbeatable bang‑for‑buck Gen5 performance.

The Teamgroup G70 Pro 4TB NVMe SSD delivers impressive speed, solid build quality, and reliable thermal management, making it a great choice for gamers, content creators, and power users. With sequential read speeds of up to 7400MB/s and write speeds of 6600MB/s, it competes well with pricier alternatives while offering PS5 compatibility and a five-year warranty.

The Biwin Black Opal NV7400 2TB NVMe SSD offers impressive speeds of up to 7400MB/s read and 6500MB/s write, making it a solid choice for high-performance storage. The SSD is PS5-compatible, includes a graphene thermal pad for heat management and comes with a five-year warranty. While it performs well in most tests, it lags slightly behind some competitors in real-world scenarios, especially under heavy loads. Overall, it’s a fast, affordable option with a few trade-offs.

The Netac NV7000-Q 2TB NVMe SSD delivers solid performance with its MaxioTech MAP1602A controller and YMTC 3D QLC NAND, making it a DRAM-less, cost-effective option for users after fast PCIe Gen 4 speeds. It offers sequential read speeds up to 7000MB/s and write speeds up to 6400MB/s, making it suitable for PlayStation 5 and even general use.

The ORICO 2BIG DAS is a simple and budget-friendly enclosure that can house two drives (2.5" or 3.5") and handle up to 44TB total capacity, connecting over USB Type-C at 5Gbps. It lacks RAID support and is made of plastic, but it includes a small fan for cooling and provides straightforward access to each drive, making it a practical option for local backups or putting spare drives to use.

The Netac ZX20L 2TB Portable SSD is a great option for people who need fast, portable storage and like bold, eye-catching designs. It offers impressive speeds, with up to 2000MB/s for reading and 1700MB/s for writing, and even outperformed its rated write speed during tests.

The Orico O7000 2TB NVMe SSD delivers impressive speed, making it a good choice for gaming, general use, and even PS5 compatibility. It uses a DRAM-less design with Host Memory Buffer (HMB) and SLC caching to maintain solid performance, but it’s not as fast as DRAM-enabled drives for small, random tasks. At $129.99, it’s a great deal, especially with extras like a heatsink and thermal pads included.

The Teamgroup T-Force Vulcan Z 2TB SSD offers good value for entry-level gaming, with solid performance and shock-resistant design. While its DRAM-less architecture leads to slower write speeds, SLC caching helps mitigate this issue. Its affordable price, compact size, and reliable performance make it a good choice for budget-conscious users, though it won’t match the speed of NVMe SSDs.

The Teamgroup PD20M Mag Portable SSD is a great option for content creators, offering fast storage with speeds up to 20Gbps thanks to its USB 3.2 Gen2x2 interface. Its slim, lightweight design and MagSafe compatibility make it an ideal match for iPhone users. It performs well in real-world use, though the small cache may cause occasional dips in write speeds. Overall, it’s a great value for anyone looking for a dependable, portable storage solution for high-quality videos and photos.

The Netac NV7000 2TB SSD offers impressive speeds and a sturdy design with an aluminum heatsink, making it compatible with Sony PlayStation 5. However, it shows inconsistent performance in benchmarks, particularly with large data transfers, despite its competitive pricing at USD 165.

The CORSAIR MP600 Elite NVMe SSD series excels in offering high-speed, efficient storage solutions with capacities of 1TB and 2TB. Utilizing the latest Phison E27T controller and 3D TLC NAND Flash, these Gen4 drives deliver impressive performance up to 7000MB/s read, and 6500MB/s write speeds without a DRAM chip, leveraging dynamic SLC caching instead.

The ORICO USB Enclosure and 2TB NVMe SSD combo stands out for its stylish, tool-less design and fast 10Gbps transfer speeds. Priced at $139.99 with a 10% discount available (Code: 88L9H7Z5), it's a great choice for users seeking portable, high-capacity storage. The SSD offers high performance with 3100MB/s speeds and includes useful accessories like thermal pads and an aluminum heatsink for heat management.