AI & Enterprise
AI-driven component supply crunch to hit Big Four motherboard makers\' 2026 sales
A deepening shortage of key PC components is driving a sharp drop in motherboard sales as demand for AI hardware surges, Tom\'s Hardware reported on Wednesday. The outlet said Nvidia, Intel and AMD are cutting production of consumer chips to boost AI processor output, lifting prices for parts such as memory modules and storage drives over the past six months. It said the four major motherboard makers have lowered their internal 2026 sales goals.
