News stories tagged with #RAM
Microsoft Retracts 32 GB RAM Recommendation Following User Backlash
Microsoft recently suggested that 32 GB of RAM is the ideal upgrade for Windows 11 to ensure a 'no worries' experience during multitasking and gaming. While 16 GB remains the baseline, the company noted that modern web frameworks and demanding apps are increasing memory pressure. However, following significant public backlash regarding accessibility and system requirements, Microsoft has since pulled the recommendation.
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.
Ubuntu 26.04 LTS Raises System Requirements, Exceeding Windows 11 in RAM and CPU Needs
Ubuntu 26.04 LTS has increased its recommended memory requirement to 6 GB and now requires a dual-core processor at 2 GHz or higher. These specifications surpass those of Windows 11, a surprising development given Linux’s typically lower resource demands. The changes aim to ensure improved performance and system stability.
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.