Recent trends show a significant increase in the prices of SSDs, with many models experiencing hikes of up to 250% due to a combination of high demand and global shortages in memory supplies. The current state of the market makes upgrading storage more challenging for PC users, who are now facing steep costs.
Modern NVMe SSDs, which are essential for gaming laptops and PCs, depend on both NAND flash and DRAM. The ongoing demand from AI data centers has exacerbated the shortages of these components, leading to rising prices that are expected to persist for several years.
For those unable to invest in new storage, optimizing current space is recommended. Users can benefit from strategies such as uninstalling games and applications that are infrequently used. Adopting a “download, play, finish, uninstall” approach can help manage disk space effectively, allowing users to enjoy gaming without the clutter of multiple unplayed titles.