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How to Choose an M.2 NVMe SSD Heatsink for PC & PS5
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How to Choose an M.2 NVMe SSD Heatsink for PC & PS5

By JBX Tech Experts • Published August 2026

Preventing Thermal Throttling

M.2 heatsinks dissipate controller heat, keeping Gen4 SSDs running at 7000 MB/s.

1. PS5 Slot Height Compliance

Ensures the heatsink fits inside the PS5 expansion slot bay.

2. Dual-Sided Thermal Pads

Transfers heat away from both controller and NAND chips.

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