Is it actually worth waiting all the way until Black Friday 2026 for a high-end GPU deal?
Honestly im so fed up with these current prices and the constant out of stock notices it makes me want to scream. I have $1500 saved for a 4K build but I dont want to wait two years just to save money...
^ This. Also, you might want to consider how fast tech depreciates. Waiting two years means you miss an entire architecture cycle, which is risky tbh. Be careful with mid-cycle price jumps too. If you want 4K stability now, the ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 4080 Super 16GB GDDR6X is a safer bet. Just make sure to check your PSU clearance... those cards are huge and the 12VHPWR cables need a perfect seat to stay safe.
In my experience, waiting two years for a deal is never worth it because hardware moves too fast. Over the years, I've found it's much better to buy what you can actually afford right now.
Waiting until 2026 for a potential discount basically means you lose two years of gaming enjoyment, honestly.
This thread is gold. Bookmarking for future reference 🔖