- Does it need a heatsink?
- It works without one for normal use, but sustained large writes push temperatures up. A motherboard heatsink or a slim aftermarket one is a sensible addition.
- Is it compatible with a PS5?
- It fits the PS5 M.2 slot, but Sony requires a heatsink on the drive. Use a heatsinked version or add a low-profile heatsink that meets the height limit.
- How does it compare with the Samsung 990 Pro?
- The 990 Pro is generally a little faster and has more mature software. The Rocket 4 Plus counters with a 4TB option and a high endurance rating.
- Is it faster than a PCIe 3.0 drive?
- Yes, on a Gen4 slot it roughly doubles the sequential speeds of a Gen3 drive. In a Gen3 slot it will run at Gen3 speeds.
- What is in the box?
- The drive itself, mounting screw and a quick start guide. No heatsink or cloning software is included with the standard model.
- Is TLC better than QLC here?
- TLC generally holds write speed better once the cache fills and lasts longer. That matters for large, frequent writes.
- Where is the Sabrent Rocket 4 PLUS 4TB cheapest?
- At Newegg, for $879.99, as of our latest check.