In recent months, RAM and SSD prices have surged due to a shortage of memory chips caused primarily by the ongoing AI boom; some RAM kits now cost 3x as much (Andrew Cunningham/Ars Technica)
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- In recent months, the prices of RAM and SSDs have surged significantly due to a shortage of memory chips, primarily driven by the ongoing AI boom, with some RAM kits now costing over three times their price from just three months ago.
- This dramatic increase in RAM prices poses challenges for consumers looking to upgrade their systems or build new PCs, as the cost of essential components has become prohibitively high, potentially stalling the growth of the PC market.
- While GPU prices are beginning to decline, providing some relief to consumers, the stark contrast in the pricing trends of RAM and GPUs highlights the volatility in the tech market, driven by supply chain issues and the increasing demand for AI
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System
