That's a algorithm but also market mechanism. Demand & offer.

Just my two cents but I expect no improvement on availability for several months of any 5k AMD and many will switch to this model as for gamers there is no back draw at all.

This will scalpers focus on his model too.

I hope I am wrong.

God damn it's horrible! I just bought a 5800x, you're right and I don't want to wait any longer.