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GPU prices surge due to AI demand, new generations delayed

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Graphics card prices are expected to remain high through 2026 and potentially into 2028, with new generations of GPUs delayed. This price surge is attributed to increased manufacturing costs, particularly for VRAM, driven by the AI industry's demand for high-speed memory. Consumers are facing higher prices than the initial MSRPs, with significant increases observed even for flagship models like NVIDIA's RTX 5090, which has more than doubled in price since its release. AI

IMPACT Increased demand for AI hardware is driving up GPU prices, impacting consumer affordability and potentially delaying new product releases.

RANK_REASON Article discusses pricing trends and manufacturing costs for existing GPU generations, not a new release or significant industry shift.

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GPU prices surge due to AI demand, new generations delayed

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  1. Tom's Hardware TIER_1 English(EN) · Stewart Bendle ·

    GPU prices keep surging in 2026 — Lack of sale discounts and rising VRAM costs keep current-gen prices sky-high

    AI, tariffs, and greed have put pressure on PC builders wanting a new GPU. Can you still get a cheap GPU?

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