I have an older gaming laptop that's been great for college, but now I'm ready to build my own desktop. I'm considering a build with a 5070 GPU, costing around $1400. My laptop can still last another year, but I'm curious if RAM prices will stabilize or continue to rise. Plus, with the rumored release of the 60 series cards coming up, it might affect the pricing on 50 series GPUs. Is it smarter to build now or wait?
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If you have the funds, I’d build now. Analysts are suggesting it’ll take years for these issues to resolve, so don’t miss the chance to enjoy your gaming setup now!
It’s tough to say definitively. If you can afford the higher RAM prices right now, go for it. But be aware that RAM shortages could continue influencing prices on GPUs and other components. It's all a gamble really.
Honestly, I’d go for it and build now! If you can step up to a 5070 Ti, that’d be even better. Who knows what the market will look like in a year? We could be in a totally different situation by then, who knows?
Building now means you can start enjoying the games you love without delay. Waiting might mean missing out, and life can get busy—what if you don’t even have time for gaming next year?
True, but I usually play lower-spec indie games that my laptop can handle.
The consensus has always been: if you've got the cash, go for it now. Those waiting for sales or new series launches often find themselves facing higher prices later on. You might save a bit waiting, but you could also miss out on the enjoyment of gaming for a whole year. I upgraded when I could, and I’ve had a blast since!
Got it! I appreciate the perspective.