PC motherboard sales are plummeting sharply as manufacturers grapple with a severe shortage of silicon and key components. The DigiTimes report highlights a 25%+ drop in demand, forcing companies to revise sales forecasts downward. Taiwanese makers, in particular, have cut 2026 shipment targets by over a quarter, while global giants like ASUS, MSI, and GIGABYTE project sales drops to under 10 million each.

This downturn isn't just about CPUs or memory—it reflects broader hesitations in consumer builds, especially as GPU upgrades stall. For builders and buyers, the message is clear: the DIY PC market is entering uncertain territory, with major players bracing for slower growth. The industry’s response underscores how tightly intertwined supply chains are with rising component costs.