Looking for a cheap ssd for games

Cheepnis

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I have a 256GB Samsung 830 for windows, programs, and games.
It didn't take long to fill it up, and now I need a 2nd 256GB SSD just for games.

I chose the 830 for my boot drive because it is fast and reliable. This 2nd, games drive would not need to be as reliable - I back up all my games files to HDDs, and it would see only light to moderate use as a games-only drive. As long as it has a decent warranty I will be good.

It also wouldn't necessarily need to be as fast either. Just about any SSD should be fast enough for my needs.

I just want to be able to load another 200GB of games at SSD speeds. I don't want to pay for anything more than that.



Can someone point me towards a modestly priced 250GB SSD that would meet my needs?
I have seen the 840 go as low as $145, but I was hoping to spend less if possible.
I am not in any particular rush to buy.
 

jiri

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It's my understanding that all SSD improves is boot time of anything, say an OS or a game, that the experience inside is ruled in its 99% by the quality of the graphics card, but hopefully someone can correct me?