Ram Price Increase 2017
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Why did RAM Prices Go Up?
High demand for PCs and, importantly, desktop PCs has already resulted in increased graphics card , PSU, HDD, and SSD pricing, but apparently, now DRAM is getting even more expensive, too. According to a new report from Taiwan, memory prices are set for doubledigit growth in the coming months.
Are RAM Prices Going Up?
According to Toms Hardware, the prices for RAM are due to decrease from 3% to 8% during Q4 2021. This is mainly due to excess inventory, a phrase that millions of folks hope could be said for graphics cards as well. The projection comes from the Taiwanese semiconductor industry analyst TrendForce.
Why do RAM Prices Fluctuate?
Memory is a commodity
Generally speaking, if there is high supply and low demand for a given module, then price for that module will generally be lower. Similarly, if there is high demand and low supply for a given module, the price will generally be higher.
Will the Price of RAM Go Down?
According to a report by TrendForce, global DRAM prices are set to come down over the next few months. By Q1 2022, the report predicts that DDR5 RAM modules will see their prices decline by as much as 8 percent. With DDR5 kits selling for US$300 and up, this might not seem like much.
Are DDR4 Prices Coming Down?
As a result, due to the delicate balance of customer demand, cyclical downturn, and DRAM suppliers chasing profits, TrendForce projects that PC DRAM prices (DDR4) could drop 5 to 10 percent during Q1 2022. On the other hand, DDR5 prices are set for a slightly lower decrease of 3 to 8 percent.
Are DDR4 Prices Going Up?
Due to COVID, the demand for laptops has increased and there is lack DDR4 memory on the market. As a result, the prices are rising, and desktop memory is expected to get 25 % or more expensive by the end of this quarter, compared to Q1 2021.