Extra NVMe storage for a PS5 or a modern PC, these 1TB PCIe 4.0 M.2 drives sit in the mainstream end of their brands’ ranges. The ADATA Legend 860 and WD Blue SN5100 compete with other value focused Gen4 SSDs, aiming to speed up game installs, cut load times, and give you more room for big titles without moving everything to an external drive.
Which one makes more sense for your setup?
If you want a well known, widely supported brand, WD’s Blue line is often chosen for everyday reliability and broad compatibility. ADATA’s Legend series targets similar buyers, typically leaning into strong performance per pound for gaming and general use. For PS5 use, the key is that it’s an M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 drive in the right form factor, then you add a suitable heatsink if your console bay needs one.
- Capacity: 1TB, enough for several large AAA games plus updates.
- Interface: PCIe 4.0 NVMe, the baseline you want for current gen gaming loads.
- Form factor: M.2, check your motherboard slot length support or PS5 fitment.