Solid-state drives (SSDs) are often expected to significantly reduce the duration required for games to load. However, despite the inherent speed advantages of SSD technology over traditional hard disk drives (HDDs), some users experience load times that remain unexpectedly lengthy. This can manifest as noticeable delays when initiating game applications, transitioning between levels, or accessing saved game data.
The prevalence of faster storage solutions is driven by the pursuit of enhanced user experience and reduced wait times. Historically, the transition from HDDs to SSDs has been a primary method of improving application responsiveness. The expectation of near-instantaneous access to data is a key factor driving the adoption of solid-state storage. Bottlenecks in this area can therefore negate the perceived benefits of upgrading to an SSD, impacting user satisfaction.
