… What began as AI data center expansion quickly started affecting consumer PC DIY endeavors, as severe silicon shortages across the industry drove DRAM and CPU demand so high that prices have increased significantly for DDR4 and DDR5 memory kits, while regular CPUs have also seen a large price incre… …
… This leaves vendors like ASUS, HP, and Dell with few options, apart from raising product prices to meet DRAM contract prices. …
… How long can the price strength in DRAM and NAND continue? …
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