GPU Prices 2026: RTX 50 Up About 66% in a Year
Graphics card prices have risen sharply over the past year. Here are the dated figures from named sources, what is unconfirmed, and a five-step check before you pay.
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This page replaces nothing; every price on it comes from the dated sources listed.
What the sources report about GPU prices
The figures come from price trackers and trade reports, not from today's Amazon listings.
- NVIDIA: TechTimes (October 12, 2026) reported 3D Center data of about +66% for the RTX 50 series, more than +70% for the RTX 5060 Ti 16 GB and +132% for the RTX 5090, with secondary-market RTX 5090s at $6,500 to $9,500 against a $1,999 launch price.
- AMD and Intel: the same report put Radeon RX 9000 at +48% and Intel Arc Battlemage at +38% year over year.
- AMD partner notice: TechTimes (October 12, 2026) cited a notice dated July 31, 2026 telling partners of an increase of at least 10% on Radeon GPUs and GDDR6 memory kits for August delivery.
- October 2026: TechTimes (October 12, 2026) said independent tracking found 59 of 81 monitored GPUs more expensive than the month before, and that US builder Stince Built warned on October 9 that prices were expected to rise significantly.
- Unconfirmed: a leaker said NVIDIA had ended RTX 5090 production. NVIDIA has not confirmed it.
The free Zroppix extension puts that history on the Amazon listing itself: the last 90 days of price for the exact version you have open, a BUY or WAIT verdict based on where today's price sits in that range, and an alert if you would rather wait. No account is needed to see the history.
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How to tell whether today's price is fair
We don't publish a price chart or a predicted price for the graphics card on this page, because we can't back one up with recorded data here. What we can give you is a method that works for any product, and the free Zroppix extension that applies it for you on the Amazon page.
- Confirm the exact version. Model year, size, colour and bundle can each change the price. Read the title and the variant selector, not just the headline.
- Open the price history. Use the Zroppix extension (90-day history on Amazon pages) or another tracker such as CamelCamelCamel or Keepa. Where Amazon shows its own price history link, use that too.
- Compare today's price with the lowest in the window. At or near the low is a fair price. A big "percent off" badge on its own proves little, as our guide to sale badges explains.
- Check who sells it. Amazon or the brand is safest. Compare against the manufacturer's own site, which may run separate promotions.
- Set an alert if the price isn't right yet, and decide on your own timeline. Nobody can tell you what the price will do next.
Check the price before you pay
- Compare with launch price: a card far above its launch price is a reason to check the seller.
- Seller: third-party sellers can charge far more than Amazon or the maker.
- Model: the same GPU name can be several boards at different prices.
- Need or want: if your card works, you aren't forced to buy now.
The percentages above are averages. Your card may differ.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Paying a scalper price. Compare with launch price.
- Trusting leaks. The 5090 production claim is unconfirmed.
- Ignoring the seller.
- Buying the wrong board.
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GPU prices price reference points
Dated reports from named sources, not today's prices. Different models, sizes and sellers are priced differently.
| Date | Model | Reported price | Source | Check it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 12, 2026 | RTX 50 series / RX 9000 / Arc | +66% / +48% / +38% year over year | TechTimes (3D Center) | Find cheaper → |
| Oct 12, 2026 | RTX 5090 | +132% year over year; $6,500 to $9,500 secondary market vs $1,999 launch | TechTimes (3D Center) | Find cheaper → |
| Jul 31, 2026 | Radeon GPUs and GDDR6 kits | At least +10% (partner notice) | TechTimes | Find cheaper → |
Honest pros and cons
What stands out
- Figures are attributed to named sources
- Leaks marked unconfirmed
- Dates shown
What to weigh
- Averages, not your card's price
- No live prices shown
- We can't predict future prices
- Some figures come from a single report
Before you buy
A quick checklist for this purchase.
- Confirm the exact model in the listing title and variant selector.
- Check what's included: bundle, accessories, colour.
- Open the price history for that exact model.
- Compare today's price with the lowest in the window.
- Check the seller and the return window.
- Set an alert if the price isn't right yet.
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Frequently asked questions
Why are GPU prices going up in 2026?
TechTimes tied the rise to memory costs, with an AMD partner notice on July 31, 2026 raising Radeon GPU and GDDR6 kit prices by at least 10%.
How much have GPU prices increased?
3D Center data cited by TechTimes shows RTX 50 up about 66%, Radeon RX 9000 up 48% and Intel Arc up 38% year over year.
How much is an RTX 5090?
The launch price was $1,999. TechTimes cited secondary-market units at $6,500 to $9,500.
Did NVIDIA stop making the RTX 5090?
A leaker claimed so on X. NVIDIA has not confirmed it.
Will GPU prices drop?
We can't predict that. Black Friday is November 27, 2026.
Will it be cheaper on Black Friday?
We can't predict that. Black Friday is November 27 and Cyber Monday is November 30, 2026. Set an alert and check the history first.
How do I check the price history?
Install the free Zroppix extension for a 90-day history on Amazon pages, or use a tracker such as CamelCamelCamel or Keepa.
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