GamingThe Vergeabout 6 hours ago
Valve describes just how brutal RAM negotiations are in 2026
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Valve engineers told Gamers Nexus that RAM suppliers like Samsung, Micron, and SK Hynix offer take-it-or-leave-it monthly prices with no contracts. If Valve declines, suppliers never negotiate again. The component shortage forces Steam Machine prices to $1,049 for 512GB and $1,349 for 2TB without controllers.
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