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Many high-capacity NVMe SSDs are now as expensive as gold by weight as shortage intensifies — we ran the numbers, here's what we found

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Due to AI-infused silicon shortages, high-capacity NVMe SSDs are now as expensive as gold by weight. An analysis of pricing and weight for 4 TB and 8 TB models from various retailers revealed that some SSDs are indeed more costly than gold. Western Digital (Sandisk) models dominate the higher-priced segment, indicating a divide by manufacturer. Prices for SSDs have been steadily increasing, with a significant rise in the past two months for 4 TB drives. It is recommended to act quickly if considering purchasing a high-capacity SSD, as prices are expected to continue rising and stock may deplete rapidly.

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