News stories tagged with #DDR5
AMD Launches EXPO 1.2: Performance Boost and Initial CUDIMM Support
With the release of AGESA 1.3.0.1, AMD introduces EXPO 1.2 for the AM5 platform to optimize RAM performance for Ryzen CPUs. The update enables clock speeds of up to 8,200 MT/s and provides partial support for modern CUDIMM, CSODIMM, and MRDIMM modules. Additionally, it introduces automated timing controls and expanded compatibility for several RAM manufacturers.
ASRock Introduces HUDIMM: A Single-Sub-Channel DDR5 Memory Standard for Future PCs
Jointly developed by ASRock, Intel, and Teamgroup, the new HUDIMM standard reimagines DDR5 memory with a proprietary one-sub-channel architecture. By significantly reducing component count, the technology aims to lower manufacturing costs and deliver affordable upgrade paths amid volatile RAM pricing. While optimized for streamlined data throughput reduced operational latency in consumer desktops and notebooks, industry analysts note potential bandwidth trade-offs compared to traditional dual-channel setups. Initial compatibility is restricted to Intel’s 600-, 700-, and 800-series motherboards, with commercial availability remaining unannounced.
Reddit User Snags 64GB DDR5 Laptop RAM for $6.99 at Liquidation Store
A Reddit user named u/L0OK0UTT snagged a 64GB DDR5 laptop RAM kit for just $6.99 at a local liquidation store. The item, marked as an Amazon return and without a visible price tag, was sold at a flat rate after failing to register in the store’s system. This purchase represents a massive discount compared to the typical retail price of around $600. The incident highlights how liquidator shops can occasionally offer high-end components at bargain prices through inventory clearance processes.
G.SKILL has confirmed that both existing and new DDR5 memory kits are officially certified for Intel's Core Ultra 200S Plus platform with XMP 3.0 support. These kits enable straightforward overclocking via BIOS profiles up to DDR5-8000, with tests demonstrating stability at DDR5-10000. Specific models, pricing, and availability have not yet been announced. The certification highlights the compatibility and performance potential of the memory kits with Intel’s latest processor architecture.
As global memory prices continue to rise due to supply chain disruptions and high demand from the AI sector, Australian retailers are refusing to replace defective Corsair DDR5 RAM modules, citing financial benefits from price increases. DDR5 memory prices have surged over 400% and are not expected to normalize until 2028, according to analysts. In response, Taiwanese manufacturer V-Color has launched 1+1 DDR5 kits featuring a real memory module and an optical RGB filler module, offering gamers a cost-effective and visually appealing way to upgrade their systems.
Sapphire Pure X870A WiFi 7: White ATX Motherboard with USB4 and Wi-Fi 7 for Gamers and PC Builders
The Sapphire Pure X870A WiFi 7 is a white ATX motherboard featuring an AMD X870 chipset, Wi-Fi 7, PCIe 5.0, and USB4 support, designed for gamers and PC builders. It supports Ryzen processors, includes four DDR5 memory slots, M.2 and SATA ports, and integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, along with intuitive software such as TriXX-M and Core BIOS. Despite its powerful components and sleek design, the board offers limited USB and PCIe connections, making it better suited for casual users than enthusiasts. The motherboard is positioned as a premium yet expensive option for users seeking a clean, high-performance build.
AMD has delayed the release of its next-generation Ryzen processors, codenamed 'Olympic Ridge' with Zen 6 architecture, to 2027 due to challenges with DDR5 memory supply and supply chains. The processors will use the AM5 socket, feature up to 24 cores, 48 MB of L3 cache per CCD, and support AVX-512 for consumer applications. Meanwhile, AMD is also developing the Ryzen 500-Series 'Medusa Point' APU, which will include a mobile-optimized RDNA 4m integrated GPU with FSR 4 support and LPDDR6 memory, with the 'Medusa Halo' variant expected to use the more powerful RDNA 5 architecture.