Which is true about the cost of HDDs compared to SSDs?

Hard Disk Drives (HDDs) are generally cheaper than Solid State Drives (SSDs) due to several factors associated with their manufacturing and technology. HDDs use mechanical parts to read and write data, which is a less costly process in terms of materials and production compared to the flash memory technology used in SSDs. This mechanical nature allows HDDs to be produced at a lower cost, leading to a lower price point for consumers.

Additionally, the storage capacity of HDDs is often higher for the same price when compared to SSDs. This is particularly advantageous for users needing large amounts of storage, such as for data archiving or media libraries. As technology progresses, the price of SSDs has been decreasing, but they typically remain more expensive than HDDs at equivalent storage capacities.

In contrast, while there are occasions when SSD prices may drop or promotional offers might make them appear cheaper, overall, they do not generally match the price levels of HDDs.