Is an SSD-and-RAM upgrade actually worth buying for a home security setup in SA?

ADATA LEGEND 900 1TB at R948 suits a home security setup that needs faster clip access and more room for camera footage without turning the upgrade into a high-end build. An SSD should come first when recordings feel slow to open, search, or copy, while a RAM kit only becomes the priority if the system is also struggling with live viewing, browser tabs, or camera software running together.

Start with storage before adding memory

The ADATA LEGEND 900 1TB at R948 is the sensible value pick because the listed 1TB capacity gives a security PC or small recorder more breathing room for saved clips, exports, and system files. For most homes, that matters more than chasing the most expensive SSD first.

WD Blue SN5000 at R998 is another practical option if you want a tidy SSD upgrade for the same kind of everyday recording box. The Blue SN5000 name points to a mainstream WD drive, and at R998 it fits a setup where the goal is smoother storage behaviour rather than a flashy gaming-style upgrade.

Fibre router cupboard security setup

In a fibre router cupboard, the best upgrade is the one that keeps the machine responsive when you are reviewing footage after an alert. Samsung 990 PRO at R4,648 is the premium choice from this list, with the PRO model name making sense only when the recorder, editing station, or export workflow justifies paying far more than the ADATA LEGEND 900 1TB at R948.