One common PC component has become 229% more expensive in South Africa

• The common PC component that has become 229% more expensive in South Africa is DDR4 RAM.
• The price increase is attributed to the ongoing memory crisis and AI demand outstripping memory production, leading to a shortage of DDR4 chips.
• South African PC enthusiasts are facing increased costs for mid-range gaming PCs due to the price hikes, with some components like SSDs becoming 150% more expensive than in 2025.