CPU prices

[Kovoet]

Am I dreaming or does it seem that the prices of the 2600 and 2700k are creeping up again.

[cptwhite_uk]

Probably to do with the relatively weak pound at the moment and unfavourable exchange rates.

[HalloweenJack]

wouldn't say weak - its still above the price point it was on april 22nd

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http://www.xe.com/currencycharts/?fr...to=USD&view=1Y

year on year its dropped - but still better than In march , and the 5 year trend shows it stabilising at around $1.60 = £1 anyway

[scaryjim]

OTOH any shop that previously stocked from it's supplier in January, and has restocked in the last couple of weeks, will have paid a reasonable amount more for that stock - it's about a 3% difference on mid-market rates at the minute. That's > £5 on the price of 2600k

[chris_summers1994]

Is there really much point buying a 2600k or 2700k anyway when the 3770k is out? It's increased price is probably due to low stock levels and low demand

[iranu]

There's also another couple of factors. AMD don't have anything that can compete with a 3750k at the same price point so there is no competition and therefore Intel can keep their prices high. Most people don't need a £170 cpu to power their computing needs so these chips are in effect premium chips which means they won't be bought in such high numbers by suppliers/retailers. That means the price per unit will remain high compared with a lower end chip that is selling at 10 times the rate. A premium chip also commands premium prices.

For me it's all about value for money and longevity. I bought a E8400 C2D for £128 in January 2008. It's still going strong overclocked at 4Ghz and will only be replaced this year. That's astounding value and has surpassed all my expectations in terms of being able to play modern games. I was very careful in selecting that chip and a particular stepping at that price point. Paying £170 today for a chip that will give similar satisfaction is still good value for money imho. I'd still prefer to pay less though!