DDR‑5 with 64 GB now costs more than the entire MacBook Air – its price has risen fivefold in six months

Growth in DDR‑5 Prices Over the Past Six Months

Observing price dynamics on the market, analytical agencies typically plot standard charts. Nevertheless, news portals aim to illustrate the situation with simple examples: the price of DDR‑5 memory modules has risen manyfold, and now a 64‑GB kit is more expensive than an Apple MacBook Air laptop.

- Period – over six months the cost increased by 4 to 5 times.
- Current prices – this month the price of DDR‑5 jumped roughly 50 %.
- Last year a 64‑GB set cost about $200.
- Today its price exceeds $1,000.
- In August last year such a kit sold for around $250, and a month ago prices ranged between $600–700.

Reasons for the Sharp Rise

1. Demand from servers and AI technologies – large companies are upgrading their infrastructure, creating scarcity.
2. Low margin in the consumer segment – sellers must serve it on a residual basis, and limited supply drives up prices.
3. Theft and vandalism risks – due to high cost modules become “removable targets.” As a result many stores either guard the goods closely or store them in more secure locations.
4. Large purchases by corporate clients – they are already buying computers even at current prices, fearing further escalation of the situation.

Prospects

Many analysts predict a contraction of the PC and smartphone markets this year due to memory shortages. This could increase price pressure and affect device availability for end consumers.