Corsair CSSD-F2000GBMP600ECS MP600 Elite 2TB PS5 SSD

Name: Corsair CSSD-F2000GBMP600ECS MP600 Elite 2TB PS5 SSD
Brand: Corsair
SKU: CSSD-F2000GBMP600ECS

Overview

The Corsair MP600 Elite 2TB is a PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe M.2 SSD built around a 7,000MB/sec sequential read and 6,500MB/sec sequential write ceiling — figures that put it among the fastest drives available in the consumer space. What those numbers mean in practice: game load screens that measured in tens of seconds on older SATA or Gen3 drives are reduced to near-instant transitions. For creative workflows, large RAW photo imports, 4K video project scrubbing, and multi-track audio session opening all benefit from the reduced latency and high sustained throughput. The drive uses high-density 3D TLC NAND, a mature technology that provides a sound balance of capacity, endurance, and cost efficiency at the 2TB tier.

Corsair has specifically validated and marketed this drive for PS5 expansion — a meaningful distinction, since Sony's M.2 slot is particular about both performance and physical clearance. The included low-profile aluminum heatsink satisfies both the thermal requirement and the physical fit within the PS5 bay cover, making this a true plug-and-play upgrade for console users. For PC builders, the M.2 2280 form factor fits virtually every modern desktop and laptop with a Gen4 slot. Whether you're building out a gaming rig, expanding a PS5 for a growing game library, or outfitting a video editing workstation, the MP600 Elite 2TB offers the right combination of raw speed, capacity, and ready-to-install packaging.

Key Features

PS5-compatible M.2 SSD storage expansion: Expand your PS5 storage capacity with a PCIe Gen4 x4 SSD that delivers up to 7,000MB/sec sequential read and 6,500MB/sec sequential write speeds, for phenomenal read, write, and response times.

High-speed PCIe Gen4 Performance: Leveraging PCIe Gen4 technology for maximum bandwidth, the MP600 ELITE delivers incredible storage performance.

Expand your console’s storage: Expand your console’s storage, fitting the needs of nearly any game library, whether you have four games or 40.

Gaming Made Faster: The MP600 ELITE exceeds all Sony PS5 M.2 performance requirements, so large game files load faster than ever, directly from the SSD.

Low-profile aluminium heatsink: The aluminum heatsink helps disperse heat and reduce throttling, so your SSD maintains sustained high performance right out of the box.

Specifications

Capacity

2TB

Form Factor

M.2 2280

Interface

PCIe Gen4 x4 NVMe

Sequential Read

Up to 7,000MB/sec

Sequential Write

Up to 6,500MB/sec

NAND Type

High-Density 3D TLC

Heatsink

Low-Profile Aluminum (included)

PS5 Compatible

Yes

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Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

7,000MB/sec sequential read and 6,500MB/sec sequential write place this drive at the top tier of Gen4 NVMe performance for its capacity class.
2TB capacity gives meaningful headroom for large game libraries or creative asset storage without frequent management overhead.
Included low-profile aluminum heatsink is PS5-ready out of the box — no additional purchase or fitment guesswork required.
3D TLC NAND offers a reliable balance of endurance and density suited to the sustained read/write cycles of gaming and content workflows.
Exceeds Sony's PS5 M.2 performance requirements, ensuring full platform optimization rather than just minimum compliance.

👎 Cons

Full Gen4 speeds require a PCIe Gen4 x4 slot — systems with only Gen3 M.2 slots will see the drive throttled to Gen3 bandwidth.
At 2TB on TLC NAND, sustained write performance can drop under prolonged sequential write loads once the SLC cache is saturated — relevant for large video ingest workloads.
The low-profile heatsink is effective for PS5 and typical PC use, but in high-ambient thermal environments (poorly ventilated cases), aftermarket cooling may yield better sustained performance.
No software bundle included — drive management relies on third-party NVMe utilities or platform-native tools.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the MP600 Elite 2TB meet PS5's M.2 SSD requirements?

Yes, and it exceeds them. Sony requires a minimum of around 5,500MB/sec sequential read for PS5 expansion slots; the MP600 Elite delivers up to 7,000MB/sec — well above threshold, ensuring maximum load performance on console.

Does the included heatsink fit inside the PS5's M.2 bay cover?

The MP600 Elite ships with a low-profile aluminum heatsink specifically dimensioned to fit within the PS5's M.2 expansion bay with the bay cover reinstalled. No third-party heatsink is required, and the stock PS5 cover clears it without issue.

Is this SSD compatible with PCIe Gen3 motherboards?

The MP600 Elite is a PCIe Gen4 x4 drive. It will physically fit and function in a Gen3 M.2 slot, but speeds will be limited to Gen3 bandwidth (roughly 3,500MB/sec read) — you won't realize the full 7,000MB/sec without a Gen4-capable slot.

What NAND type does the MP600 Elite 2TB use?

It uses high-density 3D TLC NAND, which balances capacity, endurance, and cost effectively — a proven choice for sustained workloads and large game library storage.

How does the 2TB capacity compare to typical modern game file sizes?

Modern AAA titles range from 50GB to over 150GB. At 2TB of usable storage, you can realistically maintain a library of 15–30 large titles installed simultaneously before needing to cycle games.