Why RAM Is So Expensive in 2026 — And What PC Buyers Should Do

RAM prices have surged dramatically, driven by AI demand and supply constraints. Here’s what’s behind the spike, how long it ...

Microsoft expects Windows OEM revenue to decline as prices increase due to memory cost

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PC prices could surge 8% in 2026 as the global memory shortage triggers a deeper market slump – what to know before buying

PC prices 2026: The global memory shortage is starting to ripple through the PC market, and new data suggests the impact could be sharper than previously expected. Global Memory Shortage Threatens PC ...
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Memory crisis could see the entry-level PC market disappear by 2028

TL;DR: Gartner forecasts a 10.4% decline in global PC shipments in 2026 due to soaring DRAM and SSD prices, which will increase PC costs by 17%. Rising memory costs could eliminate entry-level PCs ...
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Gartner: Surging Memory Costs Will Reduce Global PC and Smartphone Shipments This Year

Soaring memory costs are projected to drive worldwide PC shipments to decline 10.4% and smartphone shipments to drop by 8.4% in 2026, compared to 2025 levels, according to Gartner, Inc. The research ...

Microsoft Raises Prices for All Surface PCs, Making Them More Expensive Than Equivalent Macs

Microsoft increased prices for all of its Surface PCs this week, with most models priced hundreds of dollars higher than they ...

US PC sales grew in 2025, but 2026 could be a disaster in waiting

AI demand is driving RAM and storage prices up 60%, with US PC shipments forecast to fall 13% in 2026.