WD 4TB SSDs for PS5, ranked by price per TB
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WD makes 5 PS5-compatible models at 4TB that we track: WD_BLACK SN850X, WD_BLACK SN850P, WD_BLACK SN8100, WD_BLACK SN7100, WD Blue SN5100. 11 listings are in stock new. Cheapest today: WD_BLACK SN7100X NVMe SSD 4TB at £528.25 (£132.06/TB), as of 21 October 2026.
PS5 requirements as published in Sony's M.2 SSD support page. Prices from Amazon.co.uk.
WD models at 4TB
| Model | Interface | Read speed | Endurance at this size | Heatsink for PS5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WD_BLACK SN850X | Gen4 | 7,300 MB/s | 2,400 TBW | Version fits |
| WD_BLACK SN850P | Gen4 | 7,300 MB/s | 2,400 TBW | Fitted |
| WD_BLACK SN8100 | Gen5 | 14,900 MB/s | 2,400 TBW | Check height |
| WD_BLACK SN7100 | Gen4 | 7,250 MB/s | 2,400 TBW | None: add one |
| WD Blue SN5100 | Gen4 | 7,100 MB/s | - | None: add one |
WD models offered at 4TB, from the makers' published specifications.
Which WD 4TB drive to pick
WD'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.
4 of the 11 WD listings at 4TB come with a heatsink today. A 4TB drive holds about 53 big games at an average of 75GB each. To see how WD compares on price with every other brand, use the main 4TB page.
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Model pages for the top-ranked drives above: WD_BLACK SN850X, WD_BLACK SN8100, WD_BLACK SN7100.
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Frequently asked questions
Which 4TB WD drive should go in a PS5?
Our pick is the WD_BLACK SN850X: the PS5 runs every drive at Gen4 speed, so paying extra for Gen5 buys nothing here.
What does a 4TB WD SSD cost right now?
Cheapest today: WD_BLACK SN7100X NVMe SSD 4TB at £528.25 (£132.06/TB), as of 21 October 2026.
Which WD 4TB drives are sold with a heatsink?
WD_BLACK SN850X, WD_BLACK SN850P, WD_BLACK SN8100 are offered with one. Check the last column of the table for whether each fits the console.
Is 4TB the right size from WD?
4TB holds about 53 big games at 75GB each. It suits large or shared libraries.
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