Lexar regional manager says that RAM prices are expected to double by the end of the year — 'discounts' a… Industry insiders say that RAM prices will continue t
RAM prices are projected to double by the end of the year due to a severe memory chip shortage, according to a Lexar regional manager. Current discounts and stabilized prices are attributed to distributors clearing old stock or sourcing from other regions. The high demand for memory chips, largely driven by AI infrastructure build-outs, is diverting production away from consumer-grade RAM, leading to increased costs and reduced availability across various electronic devices. AI
IMPACT AI infrastructure build-out is driving a memory chip shortage, which is expected to significantly increase RAM prices for consumers and impact various electronic devices.