If you find a verified, private collection of CHD files that includes rare prototypes, undubs, or perfectly compressed Redump sets, it is worth the effort to archive them. They save space, reduce file clutter, and often run faster than the original discs.
| Game | BIN/CUE Load Time | Standard CHD Load Time | Exclusive CHD (Optimized) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Chrono Cross (Disc 1) | 18 seconds | 14 seconds | | | Gran Turismo 2 | 22 seconds | 16 seconds | 12 seconds | | Fear Effect (4 Discs) | 45 sec (swapping) | 25 sec | 18 sec | chd psx roms exclusive
True exclusivity now lies not in the file format, but in the metadata —cover art, cheat files, and memory card integrations bundled with the CHD. Yes—but do it wisely. If you find a verified, private collection of
But recently, a new phrase has been circulating in private trackers and emulation forums: What makes these dumps "exclusive"? Are they truly different from standard CHD files, or is this just clever marketing from private collectors? Yes—but do it wisely
Get-ChildItem -Filter *.cue | ForEach-Object chdman createcd -i $_.FullName -o ($_.DirectoryName + "\" + $_.BaseName + ".chd") -c cdzl