I'm planning to build a new desktop PC or laptop early next year, and I'm curious about whether I should consider a pre-built option. Since a pre-built comes with RAM, storage, and a video card already installed, do you think those components are protected from current price fluctuations in the market? Plus, I thought this could be a solid starting point for upgrades when the prices do stabilize somewhat. I'd love to hear your thoughts and advice on this! Thanks!
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OEMs usually have agreements that lock in prices and supply for some time, but they'll eventually face the price hikes like everyone else. It's a waiting game right now!
You might find some pre-builts without inflated prices for now, but I'm skeptical about next year. Just got a new laptop myself because I expect prices to skyrocket then.
That's true! And once one big brand ups their prices, others will likely follow suit. I heard Lenovo and Dell are already increasing prices on RAM options.