The cost of computer memory (RAM) is still increasing, and forecast to carry on for at least 6 to 12 months and beyond. This is affecting the price of everyday business PCs and laptops, impacting the planning of IT purchases and it’s down to AI

Why RAM Prices Are Going Up

RAM pricing is influenced by global supply and demand. At the moment, manufacturers are producing less standard memory while demand is growing—particularly from cloud services and AI technologies. As a result, the cost of RAM used in business PCs and laptops is rising across the market.

What This Means for Small Businesses

For your businesses, these price changes can have a direct and noticeable impact:

• Higher PC and laptop prices: Systems with 16GB RAM or more are seeing the biggest increases, which may affect budgets for staff equipment.
• Shorter quote validity: Prices for hardware may change more quickly than before, meaning quotes may only be valid for a limited time.
• Upgrade decisions matter more: Adding extra RAM later can be more expensive than ordering the right specification upfront.

Our Advice

If your looking to purchase new PCs or laptops, or upgrade existing systems, we recommend reviewing your requirements sooner rather than later unless you can wait until 2027. Ordering soon could well help reduce costs and avoid delays.

We are closely monitoring market conditions and working with our suppliers to support small businesses with reliable advice and competitive options. If you’re unsure which specification is right for your team, we’re happy to help please get in touch.