Here's how I save my SSD from overheating
Your SSD can overheat, too, if you don't take care of it
Overheating isn't just a concern for your CPU and graphics card; even your unassuming SSD is prone to it. While overheating storage drives wasn't a problem a few years ago, Gen4 and Gen5 NVMe SSDs can heat up under load, depending on the drive model, your PC's airflow situation, and even which M.2 slot you pick. Most SSDs are designed to run under 70℃, beyond which they can throttle and reduce performance. Fortunately, there's a lot you can do to give your drive the best chance of avoiding overheating, thereby extending its lifespan.
