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DDR4 Prices Are Ironically Rising Even Faster Than DDR5, Hinting That Buyers Are Scrambling for Any DRAM They Can Get Their Hands On

A close-up of Crucial by Micron 16GB DDR5-6400 memory module labeled 'Removal will void warranty' on a backlit keyboard.

The situation in the DRAM industry right now is nothing short of ‘shockers’, and by the looks of it, things are getting out of control, as DDR4 spot prices are reported to have risen significantly, higher than DDR5 this quarter. Manufacturers Have Yet to Reflect DRAM Spot Price Hikes in End Products, Implying PC Products Are Still Relatively ‘Cheaper’ Memory shortages are at full force heading into Q1 2026, as almost all higher-end RAM configurations are out of reach for the ordinary consumer. We have discussed the primary reason for the ongoing situation several times in the past, but interestingly, […]

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