# The RAMpocalypse has led global PC shipments to drop 20 percent in just 12 months

> IDC claims the global PC market has seen one of its biggest declinesDRAM and SSD price share has risen from 15% to 40%Stockpiling could lead to some discounts, but prices are still elevated Worldwide PC shipments fell a…

- **Source:** [TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/pro/the-rampocalypse-has-led-global-pc-shipments-to-drop-20-percent-in-just-12-months?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6ac95c9b80c7aa7998eeb00d)
- **Published:** 2026-10-09
- **Category:** AI & Bots
- **Tags:** #ai
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