Finding a new PC build without paying a fortune for RAM in this market is a tough task — but MSI's Nvidia-powered laptops are here to save the day

I wish new PC builders the best of luck finding affordable options this summer, but these MSI gaming laptops should make the hunt easier.

Jun 23, 2026 0 0

Finding a new PC build without paying a fortune for RAM in this market is a tough task — but MSI's Nvidia-powered laptops are here to save the day

The PC hardware market has been dominated by the RAM crisis in 2026, with prices for components reaching absurd levels, particularly (and unsurprisingly) memory kits. Without an affordable way to buy RAM for new PC builds, there's not much that can be done outside of playing the waiting game or overspending.

It's also the same story for GPUs; VRAM is a vital part of graphics cards and their functionality, especially with new games demanding more VRAM to allow users to play games at their desired graphics settings — and that means prices for GPUs, especially Nvidia's GeForce RTX 5000 series lineup, have also skyrocketed.

It's not impossible to find pre-built systems that are fairly affordable this summer, but it won't be easy, especially if you're looking at acquiring anything equipped with an RTX 5070 and beyond.

It also doesn't help that Microsoft's Windows 11 and certain applications can hog RAM, which isn't so bad for systems with 16GB or 32GB of system memory, but it's not the same case with systems using 8GB.

Render of the MSI Cyborg 15 B2RW — (Image credit: MSI)

Equipped with an RTX 5050, an Intel Core 7 240H processor, and 16GB of RAM, the MSI Cyborg 15 B2RW is a great fit for anyone intent on gaming at a 1080p resolution. With the help of DLSS 4.5, performance and visual quality shouldn't be a major concern.View Deal

The MSI Cyborg 15 RTX 4050 AI A1VE gaming laptop is one of the best and most affordable options for any gamer looking for an entry-level system this Prime Day. Users have the advantage of DLSS 4.5, including its Frame Generation capabilities, and both the RTX 4050 and Intel Core Ultra 7 155H GPU and processor, respectively, capable of good game performance at 1080p.View Deal

The MSI Thin 15 RTX 4050 B13VE might be the most affordable gaming laptop anyone will come across during Prime Day. This is an entry-level gaming laptop, around the same price as a modern handheld such as Valve's Steam Deck, with much better performance using Nvidia's RTX 4050 GPU.View Deal

Fortunately, some of MSI's Nvidia-powered gaming laptops are on sale thanks to Amazon Prime Day, and there are big and generous savings involved, considering the state of the PC hardware market.

In the UK, the MSI Cyborg 15 RTX 5050 B2RW is now available on Amazon for £849.99 (~~was £1,399~~), with a huge 39% discount, making it one of the most affordable options this Prime Day. The RTX 5050 isn't exactly the best Nvidia GPU available, but for 1080p gaming with the help of DLSS 4.5, it's enough to handle multiple triple-A games with ease.

It doesn't stop there, though. The MSI Cyborg 15 RTX 4050 AI A1VE is now available for £799 (~~was £1,169~~), with a 32% discount slightly closer to that of its RTX 5050 counterpart.

Last but not least, the MSI Thin 15 is now available on Amazon for £749.99 (~~was £829~~), with a smaller 10% discount, but it is the most affordable option on the list. The sale price is around the same ballpark as the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT GPU, which would be relevant for a desktop system upgrade.

The biggest takeaway is that all of these gaming laptops on sale feature at least 16GB of RAM despite the ongoing crisis, which is the minimum amount of system RAM required for most modern triple-A games. While this isn't the case with VRAM (the RTX 5050 has 8GB), DLSS should help provide improved performance where necessary.