Hardware 4/25/2026
RAM Prices Dropped! Will there be more?
The global memory market is experiencing one of the most turbulent periods in its history due to the ongoing supply bottleneck and artificial intelligence-induced demand boom for the last two years. But the latest data from Japan's tech hub Akihabara points to a long-awaited "price break" for consumers. As of mid-April 2026, 64 GB DDR5 RAM kits will be available at retail outlets in Japan.
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The global memory market is experiencing one of the most turbulent periods in its history due to the ongoing supply bottleneck and artificial intelligence-induced demand boom for the last two years. But the latest data from Japan's tech hub Akihabara points to a long-awaited "price break" for consumers. As of mid-April 2026, 64 GB DDR5 RAM kits will be available at retail outlets in Japan.