[SOLVED] Why is the Ryzen 5 1600 AF more expensive than the Ryzen 5 2600?

[Jay41206]

Im honestly so confused on why this is happening.

 

[R_1]

less of them
look at the price of a 1500x
https://pcpartpicker.com/product/VtFXsY/amd-ryzen-5-1500x-35ghz-quad-core-processor-yd150xbbaebox
rarity drives up the price.
I got mine (1500x) for $69

 

[Exit 119]

FREE MARKET - means you can.
Factors,
Supply and demand (fluctuations).
Scalping - buying low and selling high.
Excessive shipping/handling charges.
INVENTORY/ tax manipulations.

I can sell a $80,000 Corvette for five million dollars if I find a buyer.