The Hardware Database
Everything we have put on the bench, sorted by category. Scores are never sold and every unit is retail-bought.
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03 UNITSSN850X vs 990 Pro: Which PS5 SSD Wins?
Samsung 990 Pro vs WD_Black SN850X for the PS5 M.2 slot: rated speeds, heatsinks, price patterns, and warranty compared, with a clear pick for every budget.
Read the dataThe 7 Best PS5 SSD Upgrades for GTA 6 (2026)
We ranked all 7 PS5 SSD upgrades worth buying before the GTA 6 launch, from the Samsung 990 Pro to the one DRAM-less drive you should think twice about.
Read the dataWill GTA 6 Fit on a Stock PS5? The Real Storage Math
GTA 6's install size is not confirmed. We run the real PS5 storage math: usable space, three install scenarios, and whether your library survives launch week.
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02 UNITSThe A$1,500 GTA 6 Streaming Setup for PS5
The complete first-stream kit for PS5 GTA 6 launch night: capture, mic, light, arm, and control for A$1,095, with A$405 headroom and a clear upgrade path.
Read the dataBest Capture Cards for PS5 in 2026 (4K Capture and Passthrough Compared)
We rank five PS5 capture cards for GTA 6 launch streams: 4K60 HDR capture, 4K144 VRR passthrough, latency notes and AUD prices, plus the one to avoid.
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