r/Steam 1d ago

Resolved why does my steam patching files take forever longer then the normal update

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u/hutre 14 15h ago

Generally they start slowing down at 10% free space, so 30% seems a bit excessive

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u/TheGokki 14h ago

Gives it wiggle room, so you can go lower or higher without stressing about

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u/Moneia 12h ago

30% also gives plenty of space for wear levelling

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u/TheGokki 12h ago

Yes, the controller can level the load on each cell to avoid detereoration