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Samsung DDR4 Memory Spikes 19% In A Month In Korea, Outpacing DDR5 As The RAMpocalypse Hits An Unlikely Target
The significant spike in Samsung DDR4 memory prices, rising by 19% in just a month, reflects the ongoing RAMpocalypse impacting global DRAM prices. This surge surpasses the more moderate 10% increase seen in DDR5 memory. Market analysis indicates that collaboration between Intel and vendors for DDR4-compatible motherboards may further exacerbate price hikes, driven by increased production demands. Users and consumers should prepare for potentially elevated costs in both DDR4 and DDR5 markets as demand escalates worldwide.
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Published 6 Jul 2026, 16:21 UTC3 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- DDR4 memory prices in Korea increased by 19% in one month
- DDR5 memory prices saw a smaller increase of 10% during the same period
- Intel is boosting DDR4 production to meet rising demand
- Samsung's DDR4 chips now cost approximately US$126 per 16 GB module
- The ongoing RAMpocalypse is affecting global DRAM markets
Interesting facts
- DDR4 typically does not see rapid price increases, making this surge unusual
- The lowest price for a 16 GB DDR4 module rose from US$105.70 to US$126
- Partnerships are forming around DDR4-compatible motherboards as production ramps up