GPU and server memory prices may ease soon
Large GPU and server memory purchases for running or may be worth delaying for a few months. The main reason is that current prices look very high compared with manufacturing costs, leaving room for a correction. Server memory supply also appears easier than it was about six months ago, when many retailers had no stock; now stock is available if buyers accept the high price.
Competition may also put pressure on prices. AMD’s new R9700 GPU is described as competitive with Nvidia on both and price. Intel is also improving, while Chinese GPU makers may become a larger factor.
Huawei GPUs used for DeepSeek are presented as strong, and plus several other Chinese GPU makers could eventually offer more alternatives once domestic demand is met.
Key points
- The item argues for delaying major GPU and server memory purchases.
- Server memory appears easier to find now than it was six months ago.
- AMD’s R9700 GPU is named as a stronger Nvidia alternative.
- and other Chinese GPU makers could add price pressure later.
- Lower hardware prices could reduce the cost of running directly.