Why SSD Prices Are Rising—and Why These Deals Stand Out
After a brief lull, SSD prices have surged again as demand from AI, crypto, and high‑performance gaming soaks up supply. High‑capacity and premium Gen4 NVMe SSDs have been hit especially hard, with some models recently climbing hundreds of dollars above their earlier levels. That makes genuine SSD deals rare—and worth jumping on quickly when they appear. Right now, a handful of standout offers bring costs closer to pre‑spike territory while still delivering top‑tier speeds. From internal Gen4 NVMe SSDs for desktop and laptop upgrades to portable external SSDs for creators on the go and officially licensed drives for a PS5 storage upgrade, you can still find strong value if you know where to look. The key is matching each SSD deal to your actual workload: gaming, content creation, backups, or all of the above.
High‑Capacity WD Black and SanDisk SSDs See Rare Deep Cuts
If you want to add huge amounts of fast storage in one shot, two big‑capacity SSD deals are particularly compelling. At Best Buy, the 4TB WD Black SN850X M.2 SSD is currently 65% off, dropping to USD 600 (approx. RM2,760), a discount of over USD 1,100 (approx. RM5,060). This Gen4 NVMe SSD delivers up to 7,300 MB/s reads and 6,600 MB/s writes, plus predictive loading and endurance rated up to 2,400TB written—ideal for premium gaming rigs and heavy workflows. For external storage, the SanDisk Desk Drive 8TB SSD is down nearly 62% to USD 740 (approx. RM3,404), saving almost USD 1,200 (approx. RM5,520). With USB‑C speeds up to 1,000MB/s and compact dimensions, it’s a strong fit for massive game libraries, 4K video archives, or PC backups, especially when internal SSD prices remain high.
Budget‑Friendly Gen4 NVMe and Portable SSD Deals
You don’t have to buy a multi‑terabyte monster to benefit from today’s SSD deals. For a fast yet affordable Gen4 NVMe SSD, the WD_Black SN7100 1TB has dropped from USD 374.99 (approx. RM1,726) to USD 189.99 (approx. RM874), a 49% reduction. It reaches up to 7,250MB/s reads and 6,900MB/s writes in a single‑sided M.2 design, making it ideal for thin laptops and handheld gaming devices where space and thermals are tight. If you prefer external storage, the Lexar ES3 1TB external SSD is still available for USD 143.99 (approx. RM662), down from USD 159.99 (approx. RM736). This USB 3.2 Gen2 drive offers up to 1,050MB/s read and 1,000MB/s write speeds, giving creators and gamers a portable option for 4K projects, large game installs, or quick backups without the sluggishness of traditional hard drives.
Best PS5 Storage Upgrade: WD_BLACK SN850P with Heatsink
PS5 owners feeling the squeeze of modern game install sizes have a timely option in the WD_BLACK SN850P. This 2TB Gen4 NVMe SSD, officially licensed for PS5 and equipped with a heatsink, delivers sequential read speeds up to 7,300MB/s to keep load times short and quick resume features snappy. Crucially, it has become more affordable in a tough market: after peaking at USD 699.99 (approx. RM3,222) earlier in the year, it is now available for USD 299.99 (approx. RM1,381), a 14% saving and one of the better prices recently tracked for this model. Installation is straightforward thanks to its plug‑and‑play design, and 2TB gives you room for dozens of PS5 titles without constant uninstalling. For anyone seeking a hassle‑free PS5 storage upgrade that meets Sony’s performance guidelines, this WD Black SSD sale is well worth a look.
