Storage is where all your files, applications, and the operating system reside. The type and capacity of storage you choose affect your laptop’s performance, boot times, and how much data you can keep locally. All options listed are M.2 SSDs, which offer fast performance and compact size.

500GB Crucial P3

Entry-level storage for basic users with minimal local storage needs.

Good for:

• Users who primarily use cloud storage
• Those who stream media
• People who don’t need to store large files locally

Ideal for:

• Web browsing
• Document editing
• Light application use

1TB Crucial P3

Balanced storage option recommended for most users. Offers a good balance of capacity and value.

Suitable for:

• Storing a moderate amount of photos, videos, and applications

Great for:

• Students
• Professionals
• Casual users who need more local storage

1TB Samsung 980 Pro

High-performance option for users who prioritize speed. Offers faster read/write speeds than the Crucial P3 1TB.

Beneficial for:

• Frequent large file transfers
• Faster application loading
• Improved system responsiveness

2TB Crucial P3

Ample storage for users with larger local storage needs.

Good for:

• Storing extensive media libraries
• Large applications
• Game collections

Suitable for:

• Content creators
• Gamers
• Users who prefer keeping most of their data locally

2TB Samsung 980 Pro

High-capacity, high-performance option for demanding users. Combines large storage space with top-tier speed.

Excellent for:

• Professionals working with large files
• Video editors
• 3D modelers
• Enthusiasts who want the best performance without compromising on capacity

4TB Crucial P3

Very large capacity for users with extensive storage needs.

Ideal for:

• Storing large media collections
• Multiple large applications
• Users who need to keep significant amounts of data locally

Good for:

• Content creators
• Data analysts
• Users who work with large datasets

SABRENT 4TB Rocket 4 Plus

High-capacity, high-performance drive for professionals. Offers excellent read/write speeds with a very large storage capacity.

Perfect for:

• Professionals dealing with large 4K/8K video files
• Extensive 3D projects
• Large software development environments

SABRENT 8TB Rocket 4 Plus

Maximum capacity option for users with extreme storage requirements. Provides an enormous amount of fast local storage.

Ideal for:

• Video production houses
• Data scientists working with large datasets
• Users who want to future-proof their storage needs

Note: If you don’t need the extra local storage, you might save money by choosing a smaller drive and using cloud storage for less frequently accessed files