I built a maxed-out Raspberry Pi 5 PC with an SSD for under $200. You can, too!
Once it’s up and running, select the Raspberry Pi 5 for the device on the left, the Raspberry Pi OS (64-bit) in the middle, ...
How to Set SSD as Boot Drive in BIOS
If you're upgrading from an HDD to an SSD, make the most of the extra speed it offers by setting the SSD as your boot drive.
Linux power users: Here's a distro with a refreshing approach to OS design
NixOS is a well-designed OS with a fantastic array of layouts and features, but I recommend it to Linux users who aren't afraid of a little learning curve.