Crucial - T705 2TB vs WD - Black SN850P 2TB (for PS5)
Between the T705 2TB and Black SN850P 2TB (for PS5), the T705 2TB comes out ahead in sequential read / sequential write, while the Black SN850P 2TB (for PS5) wins on several specs. Overall, the T705 2TB scores 89.3 and the Black SN850P 2TB (for PS5) scores 69.4 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The T705 2TB is the clear pick on raw spec strength, leading by 19.9 points on the Mars Score. The margin is wide enough that the underdog only makes sense if its individual strengths line up with what you specifically need.
Pick the T705 2TB if you care most about sequential read / sequential write. The biggest gaps in its favor are sequential read, sequential write, interface.
The Black SN850P 2TB (for PS5) similarly does not carry a headline advantage on the popular specs — look at the full table for category-specific deltas.
Both ship with comparable capacity, endurance (tbw), so those specs do not separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: the T705 2TB is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Why Crucial - T705 2TB wins
- ▲Sequential read — 98.63% more. 14500 MB/s vs 7300 MB/s.
- ▲Sequential write — 92.42% more. 12700 MB/s vs 6600 MB/s.
- ▲Interface: PCIe 5.0 x4 (vs PCIe 4.0 x4).
Why WD - Black SN850P 2TB (for PS5) wins
- No decisive advantages.
Spec comparison
Capacity
| Spec | Crucial - T705 2TB | WD - Black SN850P 2TB (for PS5) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 2000 GB | 2000 GB |
Performance
| Spec | Crucial - T705 2TB | WD - Black SN850P 2TB (for PS5) |
|---|---|---|
| Sequential read | 14500 MB/slead | 7300 MB/s |
| Sequential write | 12700 MB/slead | 6600 MB/s |
| Interface | PCIe 5.0 x4lead | PCIe 4.0 x4 |
| Form factor | M.2 2280 | M.2 2280 |
Endurance
| Spec | Crucial - T705 2TB | WD - Black SN850P 2TB (for PS5) |
|---|---|---|
| Endurance (TBW)ⓘ | 1200 | 1200 |
| Warranty | 5 yrs | 5 yrs |
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