RAMageddon is the nickname for the AI-driven memory shortage affecting consumer electronics. Before we get all technical, a few memory terms might help explain what's happening. RAM, or random access memory, helps your device juggle tasks. More RAM usually means smoother multitasking, faster app switching and better performance when you have too many browser tabs open because apparently we all live like that now.DRAM, or dynamic RAM, is the working memory used by computers, smartphones, servers and graphics cards. NAND is the storage memory used in smartphones, flash drives and solid-state d
What Is RAMageddon? Why AI Is Making Laptops and Phones More Expensive… The budget PC could disappear RAMageddon may hit budget buyers hardest. According to industry analyst Gartner, memory is expected to make up 23% of the cost of building a PC in 2026, up from 16% in 2025. That may not sound dramatic, but low-cost laptops run on thin margins. …
… While it's common to see Apple's iPhone series and the lower-cost Galaxy A phones top these sales lists, Counterpoint notes that the higher cost of phone components is likely putting more pressure on Android phone makers. …
… So when does RAMageddon hit full steam? "I think we're already starting to see some costs, some prices go up because of the memory in some small parts of categories," Best Buy Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Matt Bilunas said, in what feels like a huge understatement. …
… That could also be more focused on reducing production costs on the back end. MacRumors recently reported that the iPhone 18 could have 12GB of RAM, according to a research note by analyst Jeff Pu. …
… That could also be more focused on reducing production costs on the back end. MacRumors recently reported that the iPhone 18 could have 12GB of RAM, according to a research note by analyst Jeff Pu. …
… This configuration costs $1,500 at Acer and Amazon . The more expensive configuration comes with an Intel Core Ultra 9 288V CPU for increased performance. If you were hoping for upgrades to memory during the RAMageddon ? …
… Apple's iPhone Fold is said to cost between $1,800 and $2,500. While earlier rumors suggested the latter price, recent rumors have said that the folding iPhone will cost the same as the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold . …