Frequently Asked Questions

NVMe SSD vs SATA SSD — which should I choose?

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NVMe SSDs (M.2 PCIe) are significantly faster than SATA SSDs, with sequential read speeds of 3,000–7,000 MB/s versus 500–600 MB/s for SATA. For your primary OS and game drive, NVMe is recommended. SATA SSDs are a cost-effective choice for secondary storage.

How much storage do I need for gaming?

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A 1 TB NVMe SSD is a practical starting point for most gamers, holding the OS plus 8–15 large modern titles. If you have a large game library, consider 2 TB or add a secondary HDD for long-term storage.

Do I need an HDD if I have an SSD?

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Not required, but an HDD is a cost-effective way to add bulk storage for media, backups, and games you play infrequently. A 2–4 TB HDD paired with a 1 TB NVMe SSD is a popular combination for value-focused builds.

What is PCIe Gen 4 vs Gen 5 for SSDs?

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PCIe Gen 5 SSDs reach sequential speeds above 10,000 MB/s, roughly double Gen 4. Real-world gains in gaming are currently minimal, but Gen 5 benefits demanding workloads like large file transfers or video editing. Gen 4 SSDs remain the price-performance sweet spot for most users.

Does SSD brand matter?

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Reputable brands like Samsung, WD, Seagate, and Crucial have strong reliability track records. Look for drives with at least 600 TBW endurance rating for your capacity tier and check for a DRAM cache if peak sustained write speeds matter for your workload.