How to buy second-hand PC hardware without getting scammed — essential rules of engagement for finding used parts and machines in an inflated market

Tom's Hardware
Jul 29, 2026, 8:07 am127 ptsTrending
In one year, the entire market for owning or building a PC has changed considerably. The AI boom has caused prices for brand new GPUs, SSDs, and RAM to skyrocket. The demand by consumers, however, hasn’t just disappeared overnight, but in a market where even entry-level products are no longer budget-friendly,…

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