If you are planning to buy a laptop, it may be a good idea to act soon. Waiting too long could mean paying much more. Experts say that rising prices of processors, GPUs,
and memory components may push laptop prices up by as much as 35 percent this year. Higher RAM prices and a shortage of entry-level Intel processors are also expected to increase the cost of laptops.
PC Shipments After a Record Year
According to a Moneycontrol report, laptop prices could rise sharply this year. At the same time, PC shipments are expected to decline by about 8 percent, after reaching record levels in 2025.
Last year, India’s PC market shipped around 16 million units, which was 10 percent higher than in 2024. This was also the first time that PC shipments in the country crossed the 15 million mark.
Laptop Prices Already Rising
Laptop prices have already started increasing due to a shortage of memory chips and the rising cost of other components.
The price of memory chips has increased 2.5 to 3 times, which has made laptops and desktops 10–12 percent more expensive.
Experts believe there could be another 10 percent price increase this month, and similar increases may happen over the next few months. Because of this, laptops that earlier sold for ₹30,000–₹35,000 are now close to ₹45,000.
Relief May Take Time
If you are expecting laptop prices to drop soon, that may not happen. Experts say the market situation may not return to normal for the next six to seven quarters.
The PC industry is likely to see some relief from rising prices and component shortages only in the second half of next year. Until then, buyers may continue to face higher laptop prices.
