Video card prices stop rising in the second quarter of 2026
The graphics card market did not worsen between February and April 2026. Global average prices remained stable compared to the previous quarter. Demand for memory for artificial intelligence continues to influence the industry. Consumidores faces values that are still far from those observed at the end of 2025.
The analysis considers the lowest price available in stock in ten countries. Data comes from local comparison sites. The survey includes models from Nvidia, AMD and Intel. The numbers reflect the reality of the minimum purchase for each GPU.
Input Modelos shows little variation
The GeForce RTX 5050 and RTX 5060 cards registered modest changes. The RTX 5050 model rose 3% on average. The RTX 5060 was practically at the same level.
In some countries, such as Austrália, Reino Unido and Índia, the RTX 5060 dropped by up to 8%. Nos Estados Unidos, however, the increase reached 10%.
- RTX 5050: ranges from US$290 in the US to R$1,900 at Brasil
- RTX 5060: ranges from US$330 in the US to R$2,320 at Brasil
- Comparação with November 2025: both about 5% above adjusted MSRP
The values still exceed the launch price in several markets. Stabilization occurs after more significant increases at the beginning of the year.
Série RTX 5060 Ti presents different behaviors
The 8GB model of the RTX 5060 Ti has dropped in price in most regions. The reduction reached 13% in Alemanha and Holanda. The card returned to levels close to November 2025 in some cases.
Já the 16 GB version maintained or increased prices in most countries. The average increase was 2%. The model is 23% above the global MSRP. Canadá and Índia record overload of more than 30%.
Essa difference between versions reflects the greater demand for the variant with more memory. The intermediate segment remains one of the most affected by cost pressure.
Placas high-end continues with high values
The RTX 5070 rose 15% compared to February on a global average. The model is 11% above MSRP. In some markets, such as Canadá, the increase reaches 19%.
The RTX 5070 Ti stabilized at high levels. Houve slight drop in several regions. Ainda thus, the card operates 23% above the suggested price.
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At the top of the line, the RTX 5080 dropped 4% on average. The minimum price in the US is US$1,300. The RTX 5090 is up 5% and operates 77% above MSRP. Values reach US$3,700 in Estados Unidos and higher equivalents in other countries.
Esses high-end models have become a difficult option for most gamers. Muitos of them work more like professional solutions.
AMD and Intel offer less pressured alternatives
As Radeon RX 9060 XT 8 GB and 16 GB had small variations. Algumas regions recorded declines. Outras, like Estados Unidos, saw a slight increase. The 16 GB model is impacted more due to memory demand.
The RX 9070 and RX 9070 XT also remained stable or fell slightly. XT recorded a 4% reduction on average. Ambas are between 8% and 16% above adjusted MSRP.
Intel Arc B570 and B580 cards rose 4% on average. Eles represent one of the most affordable options in the entry-level segment.
What the numbers tell consumers
Price stability between February and April interrupts the increase observed in the first quarter. Mesmo therefore, global values remain disconnected from November 2025 levels.
The pressure comes mainly from demand for HBM and GDDR memory used in AI servers. Fabricantes prioritize these contracts. The supply for the gamer market is restricted.
Compradores need to research the local price well. Diferenças regions are great. In some cases, it is worth waiting for promotions or stock restocks.
The scenario shows a market that has not yet normalized. Modelos input offers the best ratio at the moment. High-end Opções remain out of reach for most.
