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SSD price increases might be with us for the long haul, as Phison's CEO says NAND supply won't catch up with…
Phison CEO Pua Khein-Seng predicts that NAND flash prices will continue to rise, potentially through 2030, due to a significant imbalance between supply and demand. Increased demand from AI infrastructure is a major factor, and new production capacity will take years to come online. Phison is shifting focus from the retail market to enterprise and AI solutions.
RAM prices "will never be like last year again," predicts PC maker Lenovo
Lenovo predicts that high RAM and SSD prices, driven by AI data center demand, are likely to persist for years, potentially until 2030 or beyond. Despite increased production capacity from manufacturers like SK Hynix and Samsung, demand is expected to keep prices elevated compared to previous years. The company advises consumers to carefully consider their RAM needs, suggesting 16GB may be sufficient for many gaming PCs, while 32GB is recommended for more demanding tasks like streaming or video editing.
Run out of storage? I've price-tracked all our top-rated SSDs, and these are the three you should be investigating…
SSD prices remain significantly high, with analysts expecting stabilization in a couple of years. The article highlights three top-rated SSDs for investigation: WD Black SN850X, Samsung 990 Pro, and Crucial T700, noting their performance and current pricing at retailers like Newegg and Amazon. It advises readers to consider if a new SSD is truly necessary before purchasing, suggesting alternatives like freeing up existing space or using cloud storage.
