DDR5 memory and SSD prices continue to soar, but I have some ideas for how to save if you're upgrading, building, or buying a new computer in 2026.

The AI data center boom is squeezing PC and smartphone sales, with a decrease of more than 10% in the offing this year.

The AI gold rush has sent demand—and prices—for computer memory shooting skyward. Here’s how to size your PC’s RAM the smart way for real-world use, whether you're scoping out a new system or just ...

The latest IDC numbers reveal healthy shipment rise in Q4 2025, but the situation could look vastly different in 12 months time. Global PC shipments rose by 9.6% in the fourth quarter of 2025, ...

If you're planning to upgrade your PC memory, then put in your order now, as it looks as though gaming RAM prices are about to go up. Several memory chip makers are reportedly about to put up the ...

PCWorld reports that global PC sales surged 9.6% in Q4 2025, reaching 76.4 million units as consumers rushed to buy before anticipated memory shortages. Lenovo dominated the market with 70.8 million ...

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Micron, SK Hynix and Samsung are all tooling up, but don't expect PC memory prices to improve for years to come. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.