Why SSD prices are skyrocketing, and why they'll get worse in the near-term
Why SSD prices are skyrocketing, and why they'll get worse in the near-term
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Features SSDs: WTF? April 2, 2026 Last Updated: 2026-04-02 We dive deep into why SSD prices are skyrocketing, and why we think they'll get worse in the near-term The Highlights Similar to RAM (DRAM) p...
- Similar to RAM (DRAM) prices for system memory, SSDs are now plotting an actually worse price increase trajectory by time vs spot price, and we expect contract prices will trail
- Currently, data centers and "AI" are driving the demand for SSDs to be deployed in server solutions worldwide, which reduces consumer demand
- Some SSD NAND suppliers are reducing their production capacity despite high demand