# RAM prices are crazy high, but do not settle for an 8GB laptop

- Source: Engadget
- Published: 2026-10-20T14:45:00+00:00
- Category: Tech
- Original: https://www.engadget.com/2288833/ram-prices-high-do-not-settle-8-gb-laptop/
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/ram-prices-are-crazy-high-but-do-not-settle-for-an-8gb-laptop-aa4e19/

An 8GB laptop can seem like the solution to rising computer prices, but that's a mistake that will cost you for years.

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