Storage shortages plague computer and gaming console users, and the ongoing RAMageddon pricing crisis has made finding affordable solid-state drives increasingly challenging. The situation is complicated further by the proliferation of counterfeit SSDs flooding online marketplaces, with scammers producing convincing fakes that can damage systems or corrupt data once large files are transferred.
To protect yourself when purchasing drives, experts recommend buying only from authorized retailers like Amazon or official manufacturer storefronts, avoiding suspicious third-party sellers. Samsung drive owners can verify authenticity using the Samsung Magician app immediately after purchase. Additionally, unrealistically low prices—such as 4TB drives selling for $30—are clear warning signs of fraudulent products.
This weekend offers legitimate discounts across multiple storage solutions. The SanDisk Extreme Portable 2TB External SSD stands out as the top overall deal at Best Buy, priced at $319.99 with $104 in savings. For those building PCs or upgrading gaming systems, the Samsung 990 PRO 2TB NVMe Internal SSD is available for $389.99, representing a $250 discount. Budget-conscious shoppers should consider the Verbatim Pocket 1TB External SSD at $149.99, saving $150, while the SanDisk 4TB Extreme Portable SSD V2 offers the largest savings at $400 off, bringing the price to $499.99.
Originally reported by Mashable →
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