PC Market Turmoil Slows Down Consumer GPU Sales in 2025

PC Market Faces GPU Slowdown Amid Enterprise Focus

The PC market has hit a rough patch in 2025, with consumer GPU sales taking a noticeable dip. According to Jon Peddie Research, chipmakers shifted their attention to ramping up sales of enterprise GPUs in the third quarter. This strategic move left PC enthusiasts and gamers feeling the pinch as the shelves for consumer graphics cards started to look bare.

Stack of RTX graphics cards affected by GPU market slowdown

The consumer segment, already struggling with ongoing shortages and supply chain hiccups, now faces even more limited options. It seems like every time you think you can finally snag that shiny new GPU, the market throws another curveball. Will PC gamers ever catch a break, or is the hunt for the latest graphics card just the new normal?

Industry Moves and Consumer Woes

On the bright side (if you’re a data center), enterprise customers are getting the red-carpet treatment from chip manufacturers. For everyone else, good luck finding a reasonably priced GPU that isn’t older than your favorite meme. Here’s hoping the tides turn soon—otherwise, we might all have to start enjoying retro gaming again!

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PCWorld – PC market ‘chaos’ causes slowdown in consumer GPUs