No, not always. Price varies. Sometimes, granite beats quartz in affordability. It depends on what you pick.
If you'd like to choose granite or marble, levels matter in terms of costs. Picking a high level or exotic stone will result in more expenses. In this case, quartz might be lighter on your wallet.
What makes granite so pricey? Getting it out of the earth and shipping it. It takes money, energy, and time.
Quartz? The cost varies too. It depends on the brand, pattern, demand, design, labor costs, thickness, and edges. All these factors play a part.
So, quartz, granite or marble? What's the best? You need to compare them and think about what matters to you. Costs, looks, care, etc. Each stone has its pros and cons.