Motherboard Prices Could Rise 50% by Mid-2026 as RAM Crisis Spreads

A leaked report from a Chinese tech forum suggests motherboard prices could rise by up to 50% in Q3 2026, adding to widespread PC component cost increases driven by the ongoing AI-related RAM crisis. The post on Board Channels, spotted by VideoCardz, cites rising costs for printed circuit boards and raw materials. It also notes a weakening DIY market, pushing manufacturers like MSI, Asus, and Gigabyte to raise prices to offset lower sales volumes. The increases have not yet appeared on store shelves, and the report should be treated cautiously. The broader RAM crisis has already driven up prices for memory, graphics cards, SSDs, and processors, with Valve engineers warning of further escalation.