The cheapest PS5 SSD deals in December 2024

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Cheap PS5 SSD deals will allow you to fit more storage space in your console for less. Whether you're looking to buy a 1TB or 2TB NVMe model, there's never been a better time to purchase with the prices we're currently seeing, especially if you live in the US. Some of the biggest brands including Western Digital, Samsung, and Seagate offer PS5 compatible models, and they're getting ever more affordable and often make for some of the best PS5 deals going.

While we shouted for joy when we saw 1TB drives drop to around the $100 / £100 mark, we're now regularly seeing 2TB drives drop to that same price point - albeit during sales events. However, even in the most normal of times, you can find price cuts and discounts offering solid value such is the range and breadth of offers out there right now.

If you're not sure of where to start with expanding storage on your console then our helpful SSD for PS5 installation guide has everything you need to know to go through the process. We consider an NVMe SSD to be the essential PS5 accessory, as it means you can store and play more of the best PS5 games than what the otherwise limited space of the system (around 677.2GB) would typically afford you. 

Cheap PS5 SSD deals - quick links

Cheap PS5 SSD deals - US

Samsung 990 Pro 2TB (with Heatsink): $239.99$179.99 at Amazon

Samsung 990 Pro 2TB (with Heatsink): was $239.99 now $179.99 at Amazon
Not a lowest ever price by any means but this is a decent price for one of the very best in the business right now, and with a huge 2TB of storage.

XPG Gammix S70 Blade 2TB: $209.99 now $148.99 at Amazon

XPG Gammix S70 Blade 2TB: was $209.99 now $148.99 at Amazon
This is a decent price on the XPG Gamix S70 Blade which is one of our favorite SSDs for PS5 right now. It's not quite a lowest-ever price but it's still fantastic value.

Samsung 990 Pro 4TB: $464.99 $329.99 at Amazon

Samsung 990 Pro 4TB: was $464.99 now $329.99 at Amazon
This is a really chunky saving especially given the quality that's on offer here. You'll need to source your own heatsink, but this is a top drive and that 4TB will go a long way.

Samsung 980 Pro 1TB: was $164.99now $120 at Amazon

Samsung 980 Pro 1TB: was $164.99 now $120 at Amazon
While it doesn't look like too big of a discount, this is still one of the better prices that we've ever seen on the Samsung 980 Pro 1TB.

WD_BLACK SN850X 1TB: $129.99 now $109.99 at Amazon

WD_BLACK SN850X 1TB: was $129.99 now $109.99 at Amazon
WD Black's lightning-quick SSD is compatible with PS5, and is solid if not spectacular value right now. A good price if you're happy to commit now.

2TB: was $199.99 now $159.99 at Amazon

WD_BLACK 1TB SN850P NVMe SSD: was $149.99 now $127.99 at Amazon

WD_BLACK 1TB SN850P NVMe SSD: was $149.99 now $127.99 at Amazon
One of WD Black's most powerful SSDs to date, this current Amazon discount makes it more accessible than ever. If you're looking for ultra-fast speeds even compared to the brand's other models, then this is a top choice.

Cheapest PS5 SSD deals - UK deals

Samsung 980 Pro 2TB: £160.79 now £144.17 at Amazon

Samsung 980 Pro 2TB: was £160.79 now £144.17 at Amazon
While it's not a huge discount, it's still good value for a drive that really was the market leader at one point in recent memory. Samsung doesn't miss when it makes drives so this is a great SSD to add to your PS5, and a decent price at which to do so.

Crucial T500 1TB: £129.99 £83 at Amazon

Crucial T500 1TB: was £129.99 now £83 at Amazon
A welcome saving on a quality drive and one that takes it to only a tenner off its lowest-ever price. If you need 1TB of storage now, this is probably the deal to go for.

WD_BLACK SN850X 2TB: £402.07 now £162.52 at Amazon

WD_BLACK SN850X 2TB: was £402.07 now £162.52 at Amazon
This is definitely Amazon being a little fast and loose with the listing price, but the end result is what matters, and this is an OK price for 2TB of excellent PS5 SSD goddness.

Sabrent Rocket 4 Plus 1TB: £99.99 at Amazon

Sabrent Rocket 4 Plus 1TB: £99.99 at Amazon
No saving on this one, but it's my personal favorite drive and heatsink combo that I'm always looking to recommend to folks. It's solid value too bearing in mind you get that bespoke heatsink-come-SSD-bay-door solution too.

Cheap PS5 SSD deals - FAQs

What size PS5 SSD do I need?

We recommend getting a 1TB SSD in order to get the best value for money for a significant boost to your PS5 game storage. With an SSD of this size, you’ll be able to install between 15-20 major PS5 game releases, though that could be less if they are all particularly large 100 GB+ titles such as Call of Duty: Warzone, Destiny 2, or Hitman 3. If your library is more varied, you’ll get dozens of smaller titles on it with no issue.

For anyone whose gaming habits are a little lighter, if you’re on a tighter budget, or you don’t mind uninstalling excess games every so often, a 500GB SSD is a reasonable choice. That’ll give you room for about 5-10 AAA games or many indie hits.

You could opt for a 2TB SSD if you really want to forget about all future PS5 storage woes for some time to come. You’re approaching the cost of the console again at this point and that seems a little ridiculous. Of course, the PS5 does support SSDs up to 4TB.

Which heatsinks are compatible with PS5 SSDs?

The majority of third-party heatsinks that match the size requirements of the SSD and the PS5’s internal storage expansion drive will work just fine. Those measurements are really the key thing to look out for as a few mm in the wrong place could mean the SSD won’t fit in your PS5.

To make things easy, we’ve listed a few compatible options that you can take your pick from below. Once you’ve got everything you need we’ll take you through how to install your PS5 internal SSD upgrade too. Luckily, it’s a fairly straightforward process. 

QIVYNSRY M.2 heatsink: $8.99 at Amazon

QIVYNSRY M.2 heatsink: $8.99 at Amazon
Here's one of the more affordable M.2 heatsinks that'll be compatible with any of the SSDs that require one on this page. It also meets the size limitations of the PS5 SSD storage expansion slot.

QIVYNSRY M.2 heatsink: £7.99 at Amazon

QIVYNSRY M.2 heatsink: £7.99 at Amazon
Those in the UK will find this is a cheap heatsink that fits in the PS5 storage expansion slot. It's also compatible with all the PS5 SSD upgrade options we've highlighted above that require one.

Now you've got all that room, why not fill it up with all the latest PS5 game deals on the shelves or get a PS Plus membership and grab all those games included as part of the service? You might also want to check out the best PS5 external hard drives.

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