Lexar 2TB SSDs for PS5, ranked by price per TB
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Lexar makes 5 PS5-compatible models at 2TB that we track: NM1090 Pro, Play 2280, NM790, EQ790, NQ790. 12 listings are in stock new. Cheapest today: Lexar EQ790 SSD at £269.99 (£135.00/TB), as of 21 October 2026.
PS5 requirements as published in Sony's M.2 SSD support page. Prices from Amazon.co.uk.
Lexar models at 2TB
| Model | Interface | Read speed | Endurance at this size | Heatsink for PS5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexar NM1090 Pro | Gen5 | 14,000 MB/s | 1,400 TBW | None: add one |
| Lexar Play 2280 | Gen4 | 7,400 MB/s | 1,600 TBW | Fitted |
| Lexar NM790 | Gen4 | 7,400 MB/s | 1,500 TBW | Version fits |
| Lexar EQ790 | Gen4 | 7,000 MB/s | 1,200 TBW | Check height |
| Lexar NQ790 | Gen4 | 7,000 MB/s | 1,200 TBW | None: add one |
Lexar models offered at 2TB, from the makers' published specifications.
Which Lexar 2TB drive to pick
Lexar's Gen5 model runs at Gen4 speed in a PS5, so for the console the Gen4 model is the one to price first. In the bay they load games alike.
Heatsink versions account for 5 of the 12 2TB Lexar listings in stock. A 2TB drive holds about 26 big games at an average of 75GB each. To see how Lexar compares on price with every other brand, use the main 2TB page.
Compatible drives, live prices
Related comparisons and guides
For a spec sheet and heatsink-fit verdict on the leading models here, see Lexar EQ790, Lexar NQ790, Lexar NM790.
Closely related pages: Lexar, 2TB, 2TB with heatsink, Cheapest 2TB.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the pick of Lexar's 2TB drives for a PS5?
Lexar Play 2280. It is Gen4, which is all the PS5 can use, and the natural first choice among Lexar's 2TB drives.
What does a 2TB Lexar SSD cost right now?
Cheapest today: Lexar EQ790 SSD at £269.99 (£135.00/TB), as of 21 October 2026.
Do Lexar 2TB SSDs come with a heatsink?
Lexar Play 2280, Lexar NM790, Lexar EQ790 are offered with one. The table shows which heatsink versions are known to fit the PS5.
How much does a 2TB Lexar drive hold?
At 75GB a game, 2TB takes about 26. It is the size we recommend for most owners.
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