
AI Demand Drives Up Used GPU Values Amid 2026 Memory Shortage
The 2026 memory shortage, dubbed 'RAMaggedon,' has significantly increased the resale value of used graphics cards. NVIDIA RTX 50-series prices have risen by up to 39 percent, with further hikes expected. High-VRAM models, such as the RTX 3090, remain valuable for local AI setups. Sellers can expect to retain 40 to 60 percent of original value for cards with substantial memory, though peer-to-peer sales yield higher returns than trade-in programs.


