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PC Gamer
It looks like more memory price hikes may soon be on the way, as Samsung and SK Hynix reportedly inform customers of yet…
Samsung and SK Hynix are reportedly informing customers of a second-quarter DRAM price increase, with negotiations underway. Industry insiders suggest that current production capacity can only meet about 60% of the surging demand, leading to significant price hikes for smaller customers. Research firm Gartner estimates DRAM and SSD prices could surge by 130% by the end of 2026, impacting PC prices.
Gamespot
The Entry-Level PC Will Disappear By 2028 Due To Ongoing RAM Crisis, Firm Predicts
Research firm Gartner predicts the entry-level PC market will vanish by 2028 due to a severe RAM shortage driven by AI data center demand. This shortage is expected to increase PC prices by 17% and smartphone prices by 13% compared to 2025, potentially delaying future console releases like the PlayStation 6.
