What can I use for extra storage on my PS4?

You can use a USB storage device as extended storage to install your applications, or upgrade your PS4 console HDD to a larger one, with the easiest method being to add a USB 3.0 hard drive to your setup. The PS4 supports external hard drives with USB 3.0 or later connections that have a capacity of up to 8 TB, as long as they meet the required conditions and are formatted properly before use.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

1. How do I get more storage on my PS4?: The easiest method for PS4 memory expansion is to add a USB 3.0 hard drive to your setup, or upgrade your PS4 console HDD to a larger one.
2. How do I get more storage on my PS4 without deleting anything?: You can download new games to USB extended storage, or upgrade your PS4 console HDD to a larger one.
3. What hard drive is compatible with PS4?: Any hard drive that complies with the PS4 standards, is no thicker than 9.5mm, and is larger than 160GB can be used.

Storage and Capacity

4. What takes up the most storage on PS4?: Games like Destiny 2, Warzone, and Red Dead Redemption 2 have large file sizes, ranging from 80GB to 165GB.
5. How much storage is normal on PS4?: The PS4 has a 500GB internal hard drive, with 407 GB available for games and apps, and 93 GB reserved for the OS.
6. How much storage does a normal PS4 have?: The console includes a 2.5″ 500 GB, 1 TB or 2 TB hard drive, which can be upgraded by the user.

External Storage

7. Can I plug an external hard drive into my PS4?: Yes, you can use an external hard drive with your PS4 to store game data and other content.
8. Can I use a USB hard drive on PS4?: Yes, you can use a USB storage device as extended storage to install your applications.
9. Do all external drives work with PS4?: No, the external storage device must be USB 3.0 or later, and have a minimum capacity of 250GB.

Troubleshooting and Maintenance

10. Why does my PS4 run out of storage so fast?: Games that are not well optimized can generate large files, eating up storage space, and deleting unused game saves can help free up space.
11. What happens when your PS4 runs out of storage?: You will need to delete unused data or upgrade your storage capacity.
12. What happens when PS4 storage is full?: You will not be able to install new games or apps until you free up storage space.

Upgrades and Compatibility

13. How big of a hard drive can I put in a PS4?: You can use any USB 3.0 HDD with a minimum of 250 GB and a maximum of 8TB.
14. Can you get a memory card for PS4?: Yes, you can use a memory card to save screenshots, videos, and other data.
15. How long does a PS4 hard drive last?: A hard drive’s life span is typically three to five years on average, depending on usage and conditions.