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fromArs Technica
2 days agoSpiking memory prices mean that it is once again a horrible time to build a PC
GPU prices have dropped to near MSRP, but RAM and SSD prices have surged due to chip shortages caused by AI demand and panic buying.
"Costs are fluctuating daily as manufacturers and distributors adjust to limited supply and high demand," reads a message posted in the store's display case, as spotted by Steve Lin. "Because of this, we can't display fixed prices at this time." Micro Center is apparently doing the same: "Due to market volatility, we ask that you please see a Sales Associate for price," reads an in-store message captured by Redditor CassTexas (via Tom's Hardware).