Learn About Game Console Storage

What is it?

It is the non-volatile memory that comes with your game console. Non-volatile memory means it will not lose stored data when power is turned off. It allows you to store your games, photos, videos and any other type of data on your game console.

How does it work?

Storage works by doing the following (over simplified) steps:

1. Receive data from CPU
2. Write data in storage cells
3. Send requested data to CPU

Look for

• Expandability

  Check if the storage is expandable.

  Some game consoles come with USB ports that can be used for plugging in Portable Storage for expansion.

• User Upgradability

  Check if the storage is upgradable by the user.

  Some game consoles have easy access to the storage, which allows users to upgrade the storage easily.

• Get Enough

  Get enough storage to store all your games that you intend on playing frequently

  Modern games can take a lot of storage, make sure you have enough storage so that you don't have to wait for your games to install every time you want to play them.

Avoid

• Small Not Expandable

  Do not get a game console with small and not expandable storage

  Small storage might be good for you now, but with software updates, the OS and games will need more storage. Having small and not expandable storage will force you to replace the game console even when it is good enough for your needs.