The AI RAM shortage is also driving up SSD prices

I thought the WD Black SN850X 2TB SSD successful my gaming PC was pricey erstwhile I bought it for $173 successful 2024, but present that aforesaid SSD costs $649, much than what I paid for astir of the parts successful my PC combined. The terms connected my WD Black thrust astir quadrupled since November 2025, and user SSDs crossed the committee are seeing akin increases, much similar with RAM:

• The 4TB mentation of the fashionable Samsung 990 Pro SSD antecedently outgo $320, but volition present tally you astir $1,000.
• External SanDisk SSDs saw a 200 percent terms hike astatine the Apple Store successful March.
• Sony has announced that it's suspending orders for its SD and CFexpress cards.
• Modular PC marque …

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