Next-Gen's dependence on SSDs and its impact on PC gaming
Next-Gen's dependence on SSDs and its impact on PC gaming
apologies if I may need to elaborate a bit more.
Tropicalli
02-09-2018, 02:13 AM #1Hi guys, So I primarily play on PC nowadays but I`m excited for the next gen of consoles. There`s been a lot of emphasis with this coming generation on SSDs to improve load times and I wanted to ask; do you think we`ll see a shift in the PC space towards SSDs being a necessity? It`s something that has me worried at times. I`ve got a i7-6700k, 16GB RAM, GTX 1080 and I`ve been playing games at 1440p/144hz for a while now and it`s been fine, but I`m wondering at what point I may have to ditch storing all my games on Hard Disk drives and make the move to pure SSD storage. I`m starting to see games coming out that don`t give me that 1440p/144hz experience already and if games start coming out that are just gunna suck to run on a HDD, It`s cause for concern. If games are coming out on both consoles and PCs, surely more games will be optimized to run on an SSD and we may see issues running these next-gen games on HDDs? I hope I`m making sense. Would love to hear thoughts apologies if I may need to elaborate a bit more.
EGXC_RUNNER
02-09-2018, 02:13 AM #2if rtx io works well, SSDs could become a common feature in gaming setups while NVMe options might actually help with quicker load times or smoother performance. I remember some upcoming titles mentioning SSDs as a necessity, perhaps for Blizzard games? It’s hard to recall the exact one. This new generation of consoles promises a powerful platform, giving developers more tools than usual for optimization. Think of it as a high-performance version of older models like the 3700x and 2080 Super, paired with fast RAM, a super-speed SSD, and ray tracing capabilities. For around $400-$500, that’s what we’re talking about.
I need to explore which game might need an SSD. I'm weighing whether upgrading with a large NVMe SSD is the best choice or if a new PC would be more practical. It's frustrating paying such a high price for SSDs, but it seems like the trend is moving forward. The latest consoles offer impressive capabilities. If I had a more powerful PC, I might skip the console, but I pre-ordered a Series X to handle 4K games and it was worth it.
Letterman7171
02-09-2018, 02:13 AM #4It's noted that the system may still function on a standard hard drive, though performance will be limited. Consoles have traditionally offered strong value for money, helping companies like Microsoft and Sony drive subscriptions and game sales. For PC users, having widely available hardware can encourage better graphics upgrades.
pikachuooo0
02-09-2018, 02:13 AM #5Wow, I don't actually play World of Warcraft myself, but I'm impressed by Blizzard's choice for such a popular game. It's curious how long it'll take others to adopt similar solutions. I've noticed that some gamers with older systems have been suggesting ways to speed things up, like using SSDs for games such as CoD MW 2019 and Star Citizen. It seems I might need to invest in a large 1TB SSD soon.
Recent nand prices have been declining, especially for ssds and ram. Black Friday is expected to bring some attractive offers—around 1tb ssd for about $90-$95 today, and a cheap dramless 1tb for roughly $80, ideal for gaming storage. A 2tb sata ssd might drop below $150, making it a solid investment, or slightly higher for a 2tb qlc.
It's frequently discussed that consoles offer limited value compared to their cost. Since 2013, many argued purchasing a PS4 or Xbox One was a financial loss since similar investments could yield better returns. Although newer models don't rely on outdated components, will they still match the performance of future games in a few years? As someone who plays consoles, I've only recently bought one and have faced criticism as a "console peasant." People often point out the high price, the lack of 1080p/60 performance on older systems, and the added expenses like subscriptions, game purchases, and controllers. It feels like consoles need to prove their worth in hardware again for everyone's benefit.
Catgirl546
02-09-2018, 02:13 AM #8when it came out, the latest consoles matched the performance of top cards and chips from that era (around 2013). the PS4 and Xbox One GPU was roughly comparable to a 1060, which today would cost around $100, but back then it was before the 1060 was released. The 700-series chips were similar to the 780 or 780 Ti. still, it wasn’t a great value considering subscriptions and game prices at MSRP, plus the fact that buying a console near the end of its life means even worse deals.
AbigailPieCake
02-09-2018, 02:13 AM #10They launched as relatively new technology rather than outdated systems. Many sources claimed otherwise, saying the consoles were underpowered and dated soon after release. However, your perspective as a console gamer over the past seven years shows a different view—your experience suggests they offered solid performance for their time.