RAM prices have reached absurd heights, forcing stores to treat them like luxury seafood. Yes, you read that right! Instead of picking up a pack of RAM sticks off the shelf, many tech stores now display a single RAM module as a ‘display item’—if you want to buy, you have to ask for it, much like ordering lobster at a fancy restaurant.
What’s causing the RAM shortage?
The tech industry is facing a memory crunch due to supply chain issues, manufacturing slowdowns, and a surge in demand from AI and gaming sectors. As a result, RAM prices have shot through the roof. Retailers like Central Micro Center are now handling RAM modules like precious jewels—locked away until a buyer steps up.
Honestly, it’s both hilarious and a little tragic. Who knew that in 2025, building a PC would require haggling for RAM like you’re at a seafood market? Next thing you know, they’ll be weighing RAM sticks on a scale and quoting prices by the ounce. So if you’re planning a PC upgrade, you might want to hit up your local fishmonger for tips on negotiation!