DDR5 system memory

For most people, the answer will be yes, but even that "yes" won't last forever. Requirements are getting tougher, and the way we use computers is becoming more diverse. For now, 16 GB of RAM may still be the standard, but we're at a turning point.

Is 16GB of RAM still enough?

If someone had asked me a few years ago how much RAM a new computer should have, the answer would have been pretty simple. Today, however, the answer is more complex. More
The first DDR5 system memories will be available for purchase early next year.

Transition to the next generation of memory as early as 2028?

DDR6 memory delivers speeds of up to 17,600 MT/s (million transfers per second) and a new subchannel architecture. Although validation is already underway, the first commercial shipments are expected ... More
Cheap DDR5 memory better than expected?

Cheap DDR5 memory better than expected?

Asrock introduces HUDIMM, a cheaper alternative to DDR5 memory that reduces the cost of PCs by halving the number of integrated circuits. Initial tests show that the lower bandwidth ... More
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The end of desktop upgrades?

Soldered RAM is migrating from laptops to desktops, enabling speeds of over 8500 MHz in devices that are just 2 inches thick. While it improves performance, it also prevents upgrades... More
RAM, SSD and graphics card prices are rising again, what's going on?

RAM, SSD and graphics card prices are rising again, what's going on?

In recent weeks, European buyers have also begun to wonder why memory modules, SSDs, and even graphics cards are suddenly more expensive than they were in the summer. More
Light as the key to the future of memory?

Light as the key to the future of memory?

Computer memory MRAM is on the verge of a revolution. Scientists have discovered that a laser beam can control the magnetic state, which promises the development of optically controlled memory ... More
What are the differences between memory standards?

What are the differences between memory standards?

It's hard to navigate through computer jargon. Each component has its own unique markings, and manufacturers often do us no favors by naming them. Just think of the latest… More