The AI RAM shortage is also driving up SSD prices
I thought the WD Black SN850X 2TB SSD in my gaming PC was pricey when I bought it for $173 in 2024, but now that same SSD costs $649, more than what I paid for most of the parts in my PC combined. The price on my WD Black drive nearly quadrupled since November 2025, and consumer SSDs across the board are seeing similar increases, much like with RAM:
- The 4TB version of the popular Samsung 990 Pro SSD previously cost $320, but will now run you nearly $1,000.
- External SanDisk SSDs saw a 200 percent price hike at the Apple Store in March.
- Sony has announced that it's suspending orders for its SD and CFexpress cards.
- Modular PC brand …