GPU server prices in China have surged sharply due to broker markups and ongoing supply delays, according to KrASIA. One seller reportedly demanded over RMB 20 million (USD 3 million) per machine but was unable to deliver immediately, highlighting significant supply chain challenges.
Chen Yuan, a buyer, waited a full day near a bonded zone in a southern Chinese city for a shipment of high-end GPU servers, underscoring the extended delays buyers face. The wait persisted since morning and stretched past 11 p.m., illustrating the strained logistics environment.
This supply disruption comes at a critical time as demand for GPU servers grows globally, impacting sectors from AI development to cryptocurrency mining. For Japanese investors and traders, these price hikes and delays in China could influence regional hardware supply chains and technology equities.