Motherboard shipments in China experienced a sharp decline in April 2026, dropping 44% compared to the same month last year and 9% from March, according to a market report from Board Channel (Bo Ban Tang) and Tom's Hardware.
Gamer survey reveals 60% plan no new PC build
The downturn reflects weakening demand in the PC DIY market. A survey found that 60% of gamers said they will not build a new PC in the next two years. Rising prices for memory and SSDs are driving up overall build costs, discouraging upgrades and new system assembly.
The report highlights a challenging environment for motherboard makers and component suppliers. The combination of falling shipments and cautious consumer sentiment suggests the PC market is in a prolonged slump, with no immediate recovery in sight.
Board Channel and Tom's Hardware have not provided a specific forecast for the coming months, leaving it unclear whether the decline will continue or stabilize.
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