The tech industry is facing one of the most significant hardware supply challenges in years, and it’s not just laptops and desktops. Core components like memory (RAM) and storage - essential parts of every modern tablet - are in increasingly tight supply, and that’s pushing prices up across the board.
According to industry reporting on the “RAMageddon” trend highlighted in PCMag’s explainer on why laptop (and tablet) prices will continue to surge in 2026, memory costs have spiked dramatically as global demand for DRAM outstrips production. Memory prices are rising in large part because AI data centers and hyperscale computing providers are consuming huge quantities of DRAM and NAND storage chips, leaving less available for traditional consumer devices like tablets, laptops, and PCs. Even though the article focuses on laptops, it underscores that any device dependent on memory and storage is caught up in the same supply constraints and cost pressures - meaning prices for tablets are poised to rise as well.
Component Costs Are Rising - And It’s Not Just Temporary
DRAM and NAND flash shortages are forcing OEMs to pay more to secure memory and storage supplies, and those increased costs are being passed down the supply chain.
Analysts and industry observers predict that these kinds of price pressures could persist well into 2026 - and possibly beyond - as advanced memory fabs focus production on the most lucrative segments of the market.
Lead Times Are Getting Longer
Supply chains for memory, storage, and other key components are stretched, which means longer delivery times from manufacturers to distributors - and ultimately, to end customers. Waiting to order optimized configurations could translate into delays of several months before devices are delivered.
Popular Configurations May Sell Out
As component prices climb and inventories tighten, certain tablet models and configurations (especially those with higher RAM/storage) are selling faster than anticipated. Waiting to order increases the risk that the exact devices your business needs won’t be in stock when you want them.
Our manufacturing partners have requested that future orders be submitted now in order to lock in today’s memory and storage prices for deliveries scheduled over the next three to four months. These manufacturers are managing production capacity tightly - and placing orders early helps secure the components and build slots needed to fulfill demand.
To ensure availability for your specific needs and to help us secure three‑to‑four‑month delivery windows, we strongly advise submitting orders as soon as possible. Acting now helps you:
In short, this isn’t a “wait and see” market. With memory and storage prices already rising and demand showing no signs of slowing, purchasing tablets now is a smart move - especially if specific configurations are essential for your workflow.