SanDisk Unveils High-Capacity Optimus GX PRO SSD for PlayStation 5
SanDisk has announced its new Optimus GX PRO 850P NVMe SSD, an officially licensed accessory designed to expand storage for the PlayStation 5. Available in capacities from 1TB up to 8TB, the largest option is claimed to hold around 200 PS5 games based on average installation sizes. The 8TB model is priced at $2,959.99, a cost attributed to a global memory shortage, and is expected to be available via SanDisk's online store.
SanDisk has introduced the Optimus GX PRO 850P NVMe SSD, an officially licensed accessory for the PlayStation 5, aimed at significantly increasing the console's storage capacity.
The new SSD will be available in various capacities, ranging from 1TB to 8TB. SanDisk claims that the 8TB version can store up to 200 PlayStation 5 games, basing this estimate on average installation sizes.
The 8TB Optimus GX PRO 850P NVMe SSD is priced at $2,959.99, a discounted figure from its original $3,699.99. This pricing is noted to be influenced by a global memory shortage. The cost of this single 8TB drive exceeds that of three PS5 Pro consoles, even considering recent console price adjustments.
The product is anticipated to become available for purchase through SanDisk's official online store.
According to The Verge, this SSD provides an expensive solution for boosting the PlayStation 5's storage.
