# Why 2TB of phone storage makes more sense than you think

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/why-2tb-of-phone-storage-makes-more-sense-than-you-think/
- Published: 2026-11-08T18:45:00+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-08T19:03:32+00:00
- Original publisher: Engadget
- Original article: https://www.engadget.com/2309548/2tb-phone-storage-makes-sense/
- Topics: Software, Space, Technology

## Key points

- Most phone users can manage with 128GB or 256GB.
- A ten-minute ProRes RAW recording can exceed 100GB.
- Large storage suits creators, heavy gamers and offline media users.

## Summary

A 2TB phone can be worthwhile for people who create or store large amounts of content, but most users are unlikely to need one. The article argues that everyday photos, apps and occasional downloads fit comfortably on smaller models, making the high price of 2TB phones hard to justify for typical use.

ProRes RAW video can use more than 10GB per minute, or over 15GB per minute in the higher-quality setting, so a ten-minute recording may approach or exceed 100GB. RAW photography, video editing, downloaded films and large games also consume space; cloud storage may not help when recording or working offline. The article suggests 128GB or 256GB for general use, 512GB for heavier app and gaming needs, and 1TB or 2TB for professional creators.

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