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While 16GB of DDR4 RAM has become 229% more expensive in South Africa in the last year, another important PC component saw a 20% rise in prices.
Unlike with previous console generations, those who bought their PS5 or Xbox Series X|S at launch got the best deal.
Despite surging memory prices, South Africans can still build a fairly capable gaming PC for around R15,000 in June 2026.
South African businesses and consumers should brace for smartphones and laptops to get more expensive.
Major retailers in South Africa have reported memory prices increasing by as much as 250% in the last three months. Here are a few tips to follow to get the best possible prices in January 2026.
I paid R9,999 for a gaming PC in December 2025 that would cost nearly R21,000 to build today.