Expand PS5® & PS5® Pro Storage with an Officially Licensed M.2 NVMe SSD

Don't let storage hold your gaming back. With the PlayStation®5 built‑in M.2 expansion slot, you can add a fast, PS5® compatible M.2 SSD4 — and make space for more games, more downloads, and more play.

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How to Install M.2 SSD for PS5® Consoles

At a Glance: PS5® Internal Storage with a SANDISK Optimus™ GX PRO 850P SSD

Gamers have a lot of M.2 SSDs to choose from for their PS5® console. Check out how the SANDISK Optimus™ GX PRO 850P NVMe SSD for PS5® consoles stacks up:

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Store up to 200 games2 (8TB Model)

Add up to 8TB of storage to your PS5® console in a few simple steps. That’s space for up to 2002 more PS5® and PS4® (8TB model) games with worry-free installation.

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Read speeds up to 7,300MB/s3 (1TB - 4TB models)

Take advantage of PCIe® 4.0 NVMe read speeds up to 7,300MB/s3 (1TB - 4TB models only) for a responsive and seamless gaming experience.

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Officially licensed for PS5®

Designed specifically for PS5® consoles, the SANDISK Optimus™ GX PRO 850P SSD delivers consistent performance and compatibility for your PlayStation®5 or PlayStation®5 Pro consoles.

Compatibility

Officially Licensed M.2 SSDs Designed for PS5® & PS5® Pro Consoles

The SANDISK Optimus™ GX PRO 850P internal NVMe M.2 SSD for PS5® console is designed specifically for the PS5® M.2 expansion slot.

  • Fully compatible with PS5® and PS5® Pro internal storage
  • Meets Sony's rigorous testing requirements to ensure PS5 game compatibility
  • Supports direct gameplay from the SSD
  • Recognized instantly by PlayStation®5 system software after installation

The SANDISK Optimus™ GX PRO 850P SSD works seamlessly with your console, acting as a natural extension of your PS5® internal storage for confident, high‑performance gaming.

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PS5® Memory Expansion Designed for Modern Gaming

A compatible internal SSD for PS5® consoles unlock more room for full‑size AAA titles, downloadable content, photos, and gameplay captures. 

Benefits of expanding PS5® storage include:

  • Store up to 2002 (8TB Model) PS5® and PS4® games directly on your console
  • Reduce time spent uninstalling or re‑downloading games
  • Play directly from the drive and eliminate the need to transfer games

With a SANDISK Optimus™ GX PRO 850P SSD built for PlayStation®5, your expanded storage functions just like the console’s built-in drive.

Performance

High-Speed PS5® SSD Performance

The PlayStation®5 and PlayStation®5 Pro consoles are designed to take advantage of PCIe® Gen 4.0 NVMe™ technology. An officially licensed PS5® SSD, like the SANDISK Optimus™ GX PRO 850P SSD, meets Sony’s recommended speed requirements and ensures smooth performance across some of the most demanding games.

Sandisk Internal Gaming SSDs Offer:

  • Ultra-fast game loading
  • Seamless gameplay with up to 7,300MB/s3 (1TB - 4TB models) read speeds
  • Heatsink specifically designed for the console’s internal airflow

How to Install Your Own PS5® SSD in the M.2 Slot — Like the SANDISK Optimus™ GX PRO 850P SSD

Make sure your PS5® is updated with the latest system software before you turn off the console and unplug the power cable. Then, follow these steps to install your drive and give your console a capacity boost.

Step 1: Remove the back panel

  • Find the PS logo on your PS5®.
  • Make sure that side of the console is facing down.
  • Remove the panel. Grab its opposite ends, lift them up, and slide the panel down.

Step 2: Remove the M.2 socket cover

  • Locate the white M.2 socket cover next to your PS5's internal cooling fan.
  • Remove the exterior screw.
  • Then, remove the cover by lifting it up and sliding it off.
  • Before installing the drive, locate the interior screw and standoff at the 110 mark.
  • Remove the interior screw and the standoff located at that 110 mark.
  • Insert the standoff at the 80 mark instead.
  • Put the interior screw aside — you’ll need it during step 3.

Step 3: Insert the drive and screw it in

  • Position your drive so that its metallic pins face the M.2 connector slot.
  • Carefully push the drive into the slot until you hear and feel a click.
  • Gently hold down the drive as you reinstall the interior screw.

Step 4: Reinstall the M.2 socket cover and back panel

  • Take the socket cover and reinstall it by screwing it in with the exterior screw.
  • Reinstall the back panel. Place it back on top of your PS5® and slide it into place. Then, remove the cover by lifting it up and sliding it off.
  • Power up your console, follow the installation prompts, and enjoy your new storage expansion.

SANDISK Optimus™ GX PRO 850P SSD Installation FAQs

The PS5® SSD expansion slot is located beneath the side panels of the PlayStation®5 console. To access it, carefully remove the side panel and locate the M.2 slot next to the cooling fan.

Detailed instructions are provided in the PlayStation®5 user manual, or you can follow our step-by-step guide.

Need more help with installation?
Contact Support.

Disclosures

SANDISK, the SANDISK logo, and SANDISK Optimus are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sandisk Corporation or its affiliates in the U.S. and/or other countries. Sony, Playstation®, the Playstation® logo, PS5® and PS5® Pro, are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. Manufactured and distributed under license from Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. or its affiliates. NVMe is a trademark of NVM Express, Inc. PCIe® is a registered trademark of PCI-SIG Corporation. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. Product specifications subject to change without notice. Pictures shown may vary from actual products. ©2026 Sandisk Corporation or its affiliates. All rights reserved.

1. 1GB = 1 billion bytes and 1TB = one trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment.
2. Number of games based on a 36GB average per game. The number of games will vary based on file size, formatting, other programs, and factors.
3. 1 MB/s = 1 million bytes per second. Based on internal testing; performance may vary depending upon host device, usage conditions, drive capacity, and other factors.
4. For Playstation® 5 system software compatibility, please visit the Internal Drives Compatible with Sony PS5, PS5 Slim, PS5 Pro page.

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