Let's cut right to the chase: if you're anything like us, that 500GB hard drive that's sat inside of your PlayStation 4 since launch is becoming a growing hassle. You're probably having to delete older games so that you can install new ones, and every time that there's a hefty patch to download, you get that really annoying error message saying that says you don't have enough room for it. Fortunately, as you're no doubt already aware, you can switch out your PS4 hard drive for something a little more spacious.
However, the process of jumping to a new means of storage can be confusing if you're not particularly tech savvy, and that's why we've taken a look at Oyen Digital's Hard Drive Upgrade Kit for the Sony PlayStation 4.
Essentially, this kit provides everything that you'll need to upgrade your machine's hard drive in one modestly sized box, complete with easy to understand and straightforward instructions. Oyen Digital's upgrade kit obviously isn't for those of you that would have no trouble building your own custom PC, but that's not the audience that this product is aiming for. Simply put, if you're willing to spend a little extra for the convenience of having everything that the upgrade process requires, then this kit is a great option.
So, what's in the box? The kit includes a brand new 1TB hard drive that's compatible with the PS4, an 8GB USB flash drive, a small screwdriver, and a plastic case that you can use to transform your old hard drive into an external storage device. As mentioned, you also get a clear and concise instruction booklet, which breaks down the process into several relatively simple steps.
Let's start with the hard drive itself. Obviously, you can now purchase PS4 systems that already come with a 1TB hard drive, so this kit is really for those of you who are still making do with a 500GB model. The included drive is also faster than the standard 5400RPM hard drives that come readily installed in Sony's console, which supposedly equates to better all round performance. Having said that, since installing our own review kit, we haven't noticed much of a difference in things like load times or the general quickness of our PS4's user interface and system menus. We haven't ran any especially technical tests with regards to this, but the fact is that if we haven't noticed any clear differences, then the average consumer isn't going to either.
Next up is the 8GB USB drive, which is primarily used so that you can copy all of your save data before removing your old hard drive. Later in the process, you'll also be using the USB stick to transfer the latest PS4 firmware update from a laptop or PC to the PS4, once the new hard drive is installed. Again, this is something that the instructions provide easy-to-follow steps on in its entirety. Plus, generally speaking, an 8GB USB drive isn't a bad little storage device to have knocking around.
The last little bit of tech that you'll find in the box is a plastic enclosure for your old hard drive so that you can, as previously stated, turn it into external storage drive, which is a nice bonus. What's more, instructions on how to complete this optional process are also included.
Ultimately, there are cheaper options when it comes to upgrading your PS4's hard drive, but if you're looking for a way to blast through what can be a tiring process with the smallest amount of potential hassle, then Oyen Digital's all-in-one kit is definitely worth a look.
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I want to upgrade but looking for 2TB minimum to make it worth it.
I upgraded to 1TB 7200 HDD before I even started my 500GB PS4 for the first time but I want a 2TB one. Too bad SSD are still very expensive.
I've read that you shouldn't put a 7200 RPM drive into the PS4 since it generates more heat than the standard 5400 one. The fan speed and cooling capabilities are based on the heat generated by a 5400 (as well as other components, of course).
Maybe those people were just being overly cautious.
@belmont @LieutenantFatman I upgraded mine to 2tb yesterday heres a good video showing a cheap 2TB hardrive https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZ-2m75CwGw
@belmont @lieutenantfatman Going for a 2TB you guys are right in doing so. I have a 2TB filled about 40% of the way & I have only owned my ps4 for about a year and a half.
I still think Sony was smart about putting a 500GB initially, to keep cost down.
@SKC_Diamond @lieutenantfatman Hey SKC_Diamont this is really cheap. Have you tried it? The enclosed disk is 5400 or 7200 rpm?
I upgraded to a 1tb hybrid drive works fine I stuck with a 5400 speed as I was unsure if the 7200 was going to cause long term issues. Is it accepted now that 7200 is ok to install? I would like to upgrade to 2tb but I would have to download and reinstall so many patches it would take weeks of having my PS4 on 24/7.
Its a good idea to have a kit the only thing though that people are unlikely to have is the screw driver.
I don't understand why anytime I have to download an update or I download a demo my PS4 says I don't have the room. I have 22gb free but it won't allow me to download a file thats 6gb. I know im not the only one with this issue.
I hve had that issue on the PS3
Still waiting for the option to use an external harddrive. Hopefully in the next update.
Used the Seagare 2TB external drive to upgrade both my PS4s. Take the 500GB drive from the PS4 and plug it into the external casing and you have yourself an external drive.
I'm just struggling along with my 500gb as I'm too lazy to upgrade. When I want to install a new game and I'm out of space I have a look through my installed games and realise there are a good few that I can easily live with uninstalling. Maybe I'll upgrade one day!
@belmont Why not get a hybrid drive instead? They are almost as quick as an SSD but much cheaper.
I put a 1TB SSHD in my PS4 when I got it 2 years ago but it was for faster loading times rather than the extra storage. They are only slightly more expensive than a 5400/7200 drive but have big storage and improved performance at the same time...
@dryrain
As far as I know there was a system update that lets you backup your entire drive with the installed games as is to an external HDD. You then need a flash drive with the complete OS firmware on to boot up your PS4 and then do a restore on your new HDD. Most guys put in a 2TB HDD as it is currently the largest 2.5" HDD available. Well I haven't seen anything bigger. And the jump from 500GB to 1TB isn't really worth it. Maybe the guys at Push Square can do a revamped PS4 HDD replacement guide to include the whole backup to external HDD and then restore procedure for those that don't know.
I was originally thinking about getting the Nyko data bank and upgrading to 4 or 6TB , but I hear that the ps4 doesn't support higher than 2TB . Any word on them supporting higher in the future . I like to have all of my digital games at the ready . I have had my ps4 for 2 years and the 500gb has been filled and refilled a lot of times already . Also here is something totally unrelated that I just saw today . Interesting . Anyone have anymore info about it ?
http://www.theepochtimes.com/n3/1924475-dreamcast-2-reportedly-under-development-to-be-pc-console-hybrid/
@WARDIE I had the same problem, I ended up having to free up 80gb to install cod, ridiculous.
The stance I have at the moment is ill just finish games and get rid before I buy more.
I have a 1TB, but I'm really hoping for external HDD in the next update... I'm not at the halfway point yet, but I hate the idea of deleting games that I might wanna come back to later...
I find unnaceptable that PS4 does not allow external HD when Microsoft and even Nintendo do
@Bad-MuthaAdebisi Yeah I had to do the same with The Witcher 3. I just wish I knew the reason why this issue hasn't been acknowledged by Sony. When the PS4 first released it wasn't an issue at first so I don't understand why it now is. So I basically have 22gb I can't use, not even for a 6gig download, which is crazy.
@LieutenantFatman I installed a 2tb and its working fine
I upgraded to a 2tb, because 1tb isn't enough either This kit is definitely for the clueless, because it's not hard at all putting in a new hdd lol
@LieutenantFatman buy one of these http://m.bestbuy.ca/defaultpage.aspx?lang=en#/catalog/productdetails.aspx?ajax=true&sku=10281963&lang=en-CA, rip the outer case off and put it in the system, what I did to get a 2Tb and it's the cheapest way to actually get the hdd that's in it lol
If you are going to do it go for 2 TB's. It's awesome...
@DualWielding that is weird. They should allow it.
@kyleforrester87 snap.
@belmont yea I got it yesterday its in my ps4 now it 5400rpm the cool ting is when u take it out u can put ur old ps4 drive in and use that as an external hardrive
@Devotion Yes I didn't say there isn't a difference between and SSD and SSHD or that SSD's are not worth it. Just in my opinion the difference in performance does not justify the large cost increase.
SO happy the first thing I did on launchday was replacing the 500GB with a 1.5TB HDD.
No problems so far, and I haven't even deleted all th games I have sold.
"Does the difference in performance between HDDs and SSHDs justify the cost increase"
In my opinion yes. When I got my PS4 2 years ago it cost me £65 for a 1TB SSHD (now I think the same drive is £55). I then sold the 500gb HD that came with the PS4 for about £40 on ebay so the 'upgrade' only cost me £25 for double storage and faster loading. Worth the money imo.
At the time when looking at 1TB SSD's the price difference was massive. As outlined above the difference between the standard drive and my hybrid was minimal, almost non-existent in fact.
I don't disagree with what you are saying but in my case and in my opinion the SSHD represented the best value/performance ratio.
@DualWielding same here it would be a much better and simpler option and also allow us to have virtually infinite space for installs and Captures
not to mention Sony could release their own External HDD's already fully formatted for the system and in various sizes say 500gb-2tb and make a bit of extra money
SSD does offer an increase in performance but for the cost of a 1tb its simply not worth it.
@FullbringIchigo please don't give Sony any ideas like that. Look at vita memory card prices...
I do not think Sony will ever offer external drive support. A 2tb internal hard drive is fine. Digital games can always be redownloaded if you delete them off your system.
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