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Samsung Raises DDR4 Memory Prices Amid Intel Demand

Samsung has increased the prices of its memory chips in South Korea, driving a significant surge in the cost of DDR4 components . Notably, the price increase for these older-generation modules has surpassed that of the current DDR5 technology . This market shift is primarily driven by Intels decision to resume production of its legacy processors. With the rise in the demand, prices of Samsungs DDR4 modules saw a noticeable increase. The current pricing instability in the hardware market, which some observers are calling a RAMmagedon, is characterized by simultaneous cost increases for both DDR4 and DDR5 technologies. In South Korea, the price of a 16GB DDR4 module escalated by 19% within a single month , rising from $105.70 to $126 . Defying standard market trends, where older technology typically depreciates, DDR4 experienced a sharper value appreciation compared to DDR5, which saw a comparatively modest 10% increase over the same period. Samsung DDR4 16GB / DDR5 16GB in Korea The final consumer market price has been increase in last month pic.twitter.com/uly4XptKIg (@harukaze5719) July 6, 2026 This upward price trajectory is fueled by Intels strategic initiative to restart production for its 10th through 14th-generation processors , alongside preparations for the launch of the Raptor Lake NEXT lineup. Furthermore, motherboard manufacturers , in collaboration with various suppliers, have boosted the production of DDR4-compatible boards . This increased hardware availability has sustained high demand for the legacy memory components. A critical factor in this dynamic is that Samsung implemented the price hikes directly on the underlying memory silicon . As a result, the financial impact has transitioned immediately to end-consumer products . Beyond memory chips, broader component shortages continue to impact the tech manufacturing industry. In response to these ongoing supply chain challenges and changing economic realities, Samsung has also introduced a more affordable solid-state drive (SSD) model to cater to budget-conscious consumers. Samsung Raises DDR4 Memory Prices Amid Intel Demand , original content from Ubergizmo . Read our Copyrights and terms of use .

7 Jul 2026 8:30 pm