I've been actively searching for a 4080 Super GPU since December 2023, but every time I think about buying one, I'm told to wait due to scalping and ongoing stock shortages. Well, nothing seems to change, and I'm pretty much exhausted with waiting. My current 2060 isn't cutting it any longer. Does anyone know where I can actually buy a 40 or 50 series card? I'm even at the point where I'd rather pay a scalper than keep waiting for the 80 series to drop. There's so much noise out there with people claiming too-good-to-be-true prices on 4080s over $1600, which already feels overpriced. I'm located in the US and just need some solid advice to move forward.
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Honestly, I signed up for Trackalacker and set up alerts for the GPUs I was looking for. They notify you by email when they’re back in stock and at what price. I had some luck with Best Buy during restocks because Trackalacker would alert me before the items were even listed on their website. It’s a game of refreshing the link often until you can grab one. I managed to get an MSRP card, which was awesome!
Just a heads up, the 4000 series cards have pretty much stopped production, so you might have to look for the 5000 series or dive into the used market. Definitely don't want to get stuck holding a hot potato!
In mid-2024, I built a setup with a 7800X3D and a Ti Super for under $1700, thanks to the stock at Microcenter. Just check your local Microcenter; they often have ample stock, depending on where you live.
I think you've missed a lot of the action in 2024 when the Super series was available without any major shortages. People were building killer setups with a 7800X3D and a 4080 Super for about $2000. You might want to check out the 5070 Ti or the 9070 XT; they’re often available around MSRP plus some mark-up. For online purchases, tracking websites can be helpful—they let you know when prices drop. Plus, if possible, swing by local stores like Microcenter and ask the staff for stock updates.
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