SSD Prices Explode
SSD prices are soaring as AI data centers drive a NAND flash shortage, with contract prices for some drives jumping 303% over the past year. This affects the Samsung 980 PRO and the WD Black SN850. With manufacturers prioritizing enterprise customers, shoppers are seeing fewer discounts — and relief may not arrive until new production capacity comes online in 2027. The Apple iPad Air M2 and Samsung Galaxy S25 are also impacted by the shortage.