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RAM shortage drives unexpected DDR4 comeback
Original: The RAM shortage is bringing back DDR4
A global memory chip shortage has pushed DDR5 prices up sharply, prompting PC makers and motherboard vendors to revive DDR4 support. Intel and AMD platforms are reportedly seeing renewed DDR4 demand as buyers and manufacturers look for cheaper alternatives. Commenters are debating how long DDR4 stock will last and what this means for the transition to newer memory standards.
Why now: DDR5 RAM prices have spiked due to a shortage, making the older DDR4 standard relevant again for budget builds
Evidence
- The RAM shortage is bringing back DDR4 · 1potato · 277
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