The best SSDs in 2022, plus how to choose one

By: Sohail Akhter Image Credit: Google

Best 2.5-inch SATA drive: Crucial MX500

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Best PCIe 3.0 M.2: Samsung 970 EVO Plus

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A more affordable Gen3 NVME: Crucial P2

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A SATA option: WD Blue SA510

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Best Gen4 NVME: Crucial P5 Plus

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Best portable drive: Samsung T7

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Best thumbstick drive: Samsung Fit Plus

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