High-capacity SSDs that won’t cost you an arm and a leg are a legitimate thing right now. It’s great to see fast storage dropping down in price so dramatically over the last couple of years. If you require a high-capacity SSD, now’s a great time to get one since 4TB models sell for a surprisingly competitive price. Sure, you can get four 4TB hard drives for the price of a single 4TB SSD, but the immense jump in speed combined with high capacity comes at a premium.
Today, we have the best 4TB SSDs you can get right now. Below you can find lots of different models covering pretty much every part of the market. PCIe 3.0 M.2 SSDs as well as one PCIe 4.0 M.2 SSD. Next, we have both premium and budget 2.5-inch SATA drives, finishing off with the best external SSD pick as well as the best RGB SSD (yep, you can get a 4TB SSD that comes with a light show).
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1. Sabrent Rocket Q4: Best 4TB PCIe 4.0 M.2 SSD
While the Rocket Q4 from Sabrent is based on QLC flash memory, which is slower on average and has lower endurance than TLC and MLC flash, it still packs an incredible punch and is by far the best 4TB PCIe 4.0 M.2 SSD in case you need ultra-fast speeds combined with 4TB of storage.
Boasting excellent read and write speeds as well as an incredible performance when dealing with extra-large files, the Rocket Q4 provides performance comparable with other PCIe 4.0 SSDs despite it using “only” QLC flash memory.
This is the fastest 4TB SSD you can get at the moment, and while it has lower endurance compared to TLC drives, it still can be an excellent choice for read-heavy usage.
2. Corsair MP510: Best 4TB PCIe 3.0 M.2 SSD
Unlike the situation in the PCIe 4.0 market, you do have a choice when it comes to 4TB PCIe 3.0 SSDs. The best choice of them all is the Corsair MP510. This is our pick for the best 4TB PCIe 3.0 M.2 SSD.
Endurance is pretty good since TLC flash is used, so if you need a high-speed and huge M.2 SSD for your video game collection or simply as a general-purpose SSD for storing videos, games, and other data, the MP510 is a great buy.
3. Adata XPG S40G: Best budget 4TB PCIe 3.0 M.2 SSD
The budget PCIe 3.0 SSD market has one 4TB model that is about 20 percent cheaper than both the Corsair MP510 and Sabrent Rocket. The Adata XPG S40G is the best bang for the buck 4TB NVMe SSD you can get right now, and you also get RGB.
While the inclusion of RGB effects might be a turnoff for some users, the good news is that you can turn it off if you aren’t a fan. While selling at a lower cost than most other PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSDs, the S40G is based on TLC flash and comes with a hefty write cache.
It has excellent performance for its price, blemished only by the tepid random read performance, and struggles when dealing with small files. On the flip side, it’s cheaper than any other 4TB NVMe offering, and its performance will be more than enough for most users.
4. Samsung 860 Pro: Best SATA 4TB SSD
The Samsung 860 Pro is the best SATA SSD you can get, period. Performance-wise, it’s ahead of every other SATA competitor while at the same time providing unmatched endurance thanks to its MLC flash memory, which is much more durable than TLC and especially QLC.
If you need a fast, durable, and reliable SATA SSD, the 860 Pro is the best choice. The thing is, the Pro version of the drive is extremely pricey, more expensive than even PCIe 3.0 NVMe drives that are much, much faster.
5. WD Blue: Best budget 4TB SATA SSD
The WD Blue 2.5’’ SATA SSD is the best high-capacity SSD for most usage scenarios. While it isn’t the fastest SATA SSD around, it’s fast enough to show no difference in performance when compared to other, faster SATA SSDs.
Next, it features a TLC flash memory that is durable enough for most users. This can be perfect storage for games, media files, and other data. It can also be used for data hoarding and for other uses that don’t include lots of writing. Media servers, for instance.
If you can’t find the WD model, the SanDisk Ultra 3D NAND SSD offers the same package with different branding. By this, we mean that the two are exactly the same products inside; they just feature different stickers on the package.
6. VectoTech Rapid: Best external 4TB SSD
When it comes to external SSDs, there aren’t many 4TB options. The best 4TB external SSD is probably the VectoTech Rapid 4TB. It doesn’t offer the fastest performance, but it comes at a competitive price, it features a USB-C port, and it offers a ton of storage. It also comes in an 8TB version if you need even more external storage.
7. Adata XPG S40G: Best RGB 4TB SSD
The Adata XPG S40G is such a good deal that we placed it as the best choice in two categories. Aside from being one of the best budget PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSDs around, it’s also hands-down the best RGB SSD.
Not only does it pack amazing performance for an RGB gaming model, but it also comes with excellent RGB effects and a simple installation process that doesn’t include cables for powering RGB LEDs. If you like RGB and want the best RGB SSD on the market, the Adata XPG S40G is by far the best choice.
8. Intel D3-S4510: Best enterprise 4TB SSD
If you’re a power user needing reliable and secure storage for heavy-duty NAS stacks, there are enterprise SSDs on the market that offer just that, for a price premium. The Intel D3-S4510 comes at a price comparable to mainstream SATA SSDs, which is its biggest strength.
Despite the low price, this unit includes advanced features such as End-to-End Data Protection, excellent endurance, hardware encryption, and protection against data loss due to power outages. Its main downside is that it uses a SATA interface, not perfect for an enterprise-grade storage drive.
