Upgrade Internal SSD or use an external?
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 Jul 29 2025, 01:15 AM, updated 3 months ago
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Hello Sifus,
I am having a dilemma on my MacBook internal storage. even with 2tb iCloud, my internal storage is always full. Is it worth while to get a professional to upgrade the internal storage or should I opt for an external ssd? If it's an upgrade, any recommendations? If it's external, which one should I get for optimum speed? Thanks, Joel |
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Jul 30 2025, 02:02 PM
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QUOTE(soulz69 @ Jul 29 2025, 08:35 AM) do you always travel or mostly at home while using the macbook? Mostly used at home. Will bring it to travel once awhile but mainly will use my iPad while travelling instead of my MacBook.may i know your macbook model?  My MacBook Pro is M1 2020 |
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Aug 1 2025, 08:54 AM
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QUOTE(soulz69 @ Jul 30 2025, 08:28 PM) i think external ssd should be good because it can be use for your macbook and ipad and you will be use your macbook mostly at home. If I get an SSD, can I run apps from the ssd tho? For example installing Final Cut Pro into the ssd?i'm using this one for my iphone and ipad to transfer and open huge data/gallery. https://shopee.com.my/ORICO-Mini-Magnetic-E...048.29780002447 speed 2000MB/s should be sufficient for nowadays devices. Sorry I am a bit lost in this department |
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Aug 4 2025, 10:13 PM
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QUOTE(soulz69 @ Aug 2 2025, 06:47 PM) might need to reconsider the external disk heat temperature if using for application. That’s what I’m worry about. The heat  this one? https://support.apple.com/en-my/guide/app-s...ir06754f864/mac  QUOTE(LegendLee @ Aug 3 2025, 12:08 PM) Upgrade the internal. May I know where did u upgrade it ya? I checked with one, they quoted me approx RM900 for 512GBI've done both. Internal SSD is still stable and running at full speed. External SSD which was a 2TB PNY drive (PNY CS1030 2TB M.2 NVMe PCIe Gen3 x4) in a UGreen enclosure failed after a week. |
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Sep 22 2025, 03:23 PM
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QUOTE(pokjak @ Sep 22 2025, 10:41 AM) search YP Mac on facebook. Can set appointment to walk in / delivery via lalamove. Highly recommended. Thank you! |
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