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Memory Shortages Drive DDR4 Prices Over 50% In Q3 2026, DDR3 Also Impacted By Higher Costs
The memory market is facing significant supply shortages causing dramatic price increases for both DDR4 and DDR3 DRAM products. As demand for enterprise-grade SSDs rises, supply chain reports indicate DDR4 prices could exceed 50% in Q3 2026. The pressure on DDR4 is exacerbated by major manufacturers shifting focus towards more premium memory segments like DDR5, leaving older DRAM standards underproduced, which further impacts availability and pricing. Reports suggest an ongoing supply-demand gap that may extend for years, with DRAM prices expected to escalate until the shortage is resolved.
MonitorConfidence: HighShort term horizonSupply chain risk: High
Published 8 Jul 2026, 12:21 UTC3 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- DDR4 prices are expected to rise over 50% in Q3 2026.
- DRAM production is shifting to premium segments, affecting overall supply.
- Enterprise SSD demand is driving DDR4 price increases.
- DDR3 prices are also being impacted by supply constraints.
- Market is speculated to face shortages until 2028.
Interesting facts
- Taiwanese DDR4 pricing is significantly higher compared to Samsung.
- High-capacity SSDs are increasingly required for growing data center demands.
- DDR4 memory use in PCs surged unexpectedly in Q2 2026.