RAM is so expensive, Samsung won't even sell it to Samsung
7 days ago
- #Samsung
- #AI
- #memory-prices
- RAM chip prices are skyrocketing due to AI-driven demand.
- Samsung Semiconductor rejected an order from Samsung Electronics for smartphone DRAM chips due to prioritizing data center suppliers.
- Samsung Electronics must now renegotiate memory supply quarterly, leading to higher prices for consumers.
- Memory prices have tripled recently, with finished modules seeing up to 100% price increases in a month.
- Prices are expected to continue rising into 2026 and beyond, with supply constraints lasting until 2027 or later.
- Companies like Raspberry Pi and Lenovo are already feeling the impact, raising prices or stockpiling memory.