Rising GPU prices, driven largely by demand for artificial-intelligence systems, have made older graphics cards surprisingly valuable on the second-hand market. This gives owners an opportunity to sell unused or ageing GPUs, while even faulty cards may be worth something for parts.

Cards with substantial VRAM are particularly sought after, with 12–16GB appealing to many users and up to 48GB attracting larger teams. Some used RTX 50-series and RTX 3080 models reportedly sell for 40–60% of their original price, or more than their original MSRP; private sales usually pay the most, while trade-ins offer greater convenience but lower returns.