I'm trying to figure out the best way to buy an RTX 5090 in Canada without breaking the bank. I realize that prices are currently way above MSRP, so should I wait it out for a better deal, or is it smarter to buy now? Also, is there any advantage to looking for a used one, or should I steer clear of that option?
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Your best bet is to keep checking sites like Nvidia.com or major retailers. They drop stock unexpectedly, but you have to be quick! Scalpers are lurking, so if there were an easy way to grab one, they’d be all over it already.
Honestly, right now, it feels like you can't find a 5090 for less than double its MSRP. If you're set on getting one, you might have to accept that the current prices are what you’re working with.
Stick to reliable retailers like BestBuy or Newegg. If you can’t find it there, you might want to just wait things out. I heard someone say if you need to, just go to Microcenter, but be ready for high prices plus taxes.
If you’re looking at used, tread carefully! I know a few folks who ended up with faulty cards after buying used 5090s. Inspect and test it well before making any purchase. Otherwise, check out retailers like Newegg and MemoryExpress for new stock; I’ve seen some pop up recently.
You really need to ask yourself if you can get a new one from a reputable seller. From what I've seen recently, stock just evaporates within a day. If you're interested in the 5090, consider looking into alternatives like the RTX 4000 series, but be prepared for less performance.
I hear you on that. Many people think future releases like the 6080 or 6090 might be out of reach, so I’m just worried about missing out on the 5090 now.