Some GPU makers in China reportedly steer distributors toward older graphics cards

Some graphics card makers in China reportedly have little or no RTX 50 inventory and are advising distributors to focus on older GPUs. Suggested alternatives include the RTX 3060 in 12GB and 8GB versions, the RTX 3050 and unspecified AMD Radeon cards. Cryptocurrency mining demand and China’s e-commerce promotions are cited as reasons for the reported shortage; whether distributors elsewhere are getting similar advice is unclear.