This is the kind of topic we prefer not to revisit. But unfortunately, GPU prices have been terrible (again), leaving a lot of folks high and dry when it comes to sourcing a new GPU. While the coronavirus is responsible for driving up prices early last year, the back half of 2020 kicked off a semiconductor shortage across a range of markets, including consoles, PCs, and the automotive industry. Ampere launched a year ago now, and the situation has only improved modestly.