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Framework Raises DDR5 Memory Prices by 50% for DIY Laptops
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Re: Framework Raises DDR5 Memory Prices by 50% for DIY Laptops
#12https://www.trendforce.com/news/2025/12/05/exclusive-memory-... > Lenovo has begun notifying clients of coming price hikes, with adjustments set to take effect in early 2026.. Dell is expected to raise prices by at least 15-20%, with the increase potentially taking effect as soon as mid-December.. Dell COO Jeff Clarke warned that he’s “never seen memory-chip costs rise this fast,” .. Lenovo [cited] two key factors: a…
Dell now charges more for RAM than Apple for some models: https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-now-beats-dell-at...
Re: Framework Raises DDR5 Memory Prices by 50% for DIY Laptops
#13Thanks, Sam :<
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This is not the same at all
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Where's the gouge? DDR5 prices went up more than the 50% they increased their price by.
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#17Actual article: https://frame.work/blog/updates-on-memory-pricing-and-naviga...
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Have you paid any attention to DDR5 prices prior to writing your comment? Answer Yes or No.
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#19What's wild is OpenAI doubling down on hyperscaling when it's obvious that the gains from pre-training are coming to an end. They seem determined to just go out in flames...
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This is the fault of manufacturers fixing supply, especially in the case of micron, one of only 3 memory chip manufacturers, deciding to flip the bird to the non-AI consumer market.