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AMD says the re-release of the Ryzen 7 5800X3D was 'like a final gift to our loyal [AM4] users' and it was CEO Dr. Lisa Su who first came up with the idea
AMD's CEO Dr. Lisa Su initially proposed the re-release of the Ryzen 7 5800X3D as a final upgrade option for loyal AM4 users. Travis Kirsch explained that restarting production was challenging but planned before recent DDR5 market fluctuations. Despite the shift towards AM5 and DDR5, the AM4 platform remains strong.
Intel is keeping Raptor Lake CPUs around for 'years to come' as a cheaper alternative to DDR5-compatible chips
Intel plans to continue offering its Raptor Lake CPUs for several more years as a more affordable alternative to DDR5-compatible chips. The company sees value in the LGA 1700 socket and DDR4 memory support, especially given current market pricing. This strategy aims to meet consumer demand for cost-effective yet performant hardware.
Modular laptop maker Framework forced to push SSD prices even higher but says DDR5 is 'stable'
Modular laptop maker Framework has announced price increases for SSDs due to higher sourcing costs, impacting their inventory and production of Storage Expansion Cards. However, the company reports that DDR5 memory prices have remained stable. The Framework 13 laptop and Framework Desktop PC are affected by these component cost changes.
'The thing that gives me hope is there is an enormous amount of capacity being built' - AMD's head of Ryzen and Radeon is pinning hopes of an end to the memory crisis on a supply ramp into 2028
AMD's David McAfee expressed hope that the memory crisis, exacerbated by AI demand, could ease by 2028 as manufacturers ramp up DDR5 production. While acknowledging the significant capacity being built, McAfee noted that the unprecedented demand from AI and server refreshes makes it uncertain if supply will meet future needs. Other industry figures and companies like Samsung and SK hynix are also investing in new facilities, though they cautiously manage risks of oversupply.
Choosing to bring back the 5800X3D was a tough conversation for AMD... 'very hard, actually, very, very hard!'
AMD has decided to bring back the Ryzen 7 5800X3D CPU to cater to the DIY market that still utilizes AM4 motherboards and DDR4 memory. David McAfee, VP of Ryzen and Radeon at AMD, explained that re-engineering the product for newer manufacturing processes and ensuring sufficient DDR4 supply were significant challenges.
Sticking two fingers up at the economy, Biwin's new Origin Code memory sticks are as extreme as you could imagine,…
Biwin has launched its new memory brand, Origin Code, featuring high-performance DDR5 RAM kits. The top-tier 256 GB DDR5-8000 CL42 kit is priced between $2,500 and $3,000, making it an extreme option for PC builders. The company, which has been producing memory since 2010 and supplies other brands like Acer, HP, and Lenovo, also offers more standard DDR5 kits compliant with AMD's EXPO ULL standard.
'Return of the king': AMD is bringing back the Ryzen 7 5800X3D for DDR4 platforms, launching it alongside the…
AMD is re-releasing the Ryzen 7 5800X3D with special 10-year anniversary packaging for AM4 platforms, priced at $349. The company is also launching the mid-range AM5 Ryzen 7 7700X3D chip for $329. AMD has committed to supporting the AM5 platform through 2029.
RAM prices are levelling off, but even with these Newegg deals those rates are still sky-high
RAM prices are stabilizing but remain high, with Newegg offering some discounts on Corsair Vengeance LPX kits. While DDR4 prices have increased significantly over the past year, DDR5 kits are considerably more expensive, with 32GB sets costing around $500. Prices are not expected to fall until next year at the earliest.
Looks like DDR3 motherboards are back on the menu, boys, though only to keep older PCs going a bit longer during the…
Chinese manufacturer Colorful is reportedly planning to release new DDR3 motherboards to address a market shortage, primarily for businesses using older PCs. This move comes as DDR3 components are significantly cheaper than DDR4 and DDR5, driven by the high demand and profitability of DRAM for AI applications.
You know it's bad when RAM manufacturers launch dummy kits to make it look as though you have dual-channel memory…
RAM manufacturer V-color has announced new 1+1 value packs for DDR5 memory, which include one functional DIMM and one dummy DIMM. This aims to allow builders to simulate dual-channel memory at a lower upfront cost, with the option to upgrade later. The article discusses the performance implications of single-channel memory and the importance of pricing for these new kits.
