AI broke the RAM market, but hybrid DDR4/DDR5 motherboards could be the fix
The RAM market has faced significant challenges due to rising demand from the AI sector, leading to skyrocketing prices for DDR5 memory. In response, ASRock has introduced hybrid motherboards that support both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, allowing users to choose based on availability and cost. This innovation aims to provide flexibility for PC builders without necessitating a complete platform overhaul.
- ▪DDR5 memory prices surged from $95 to between $350 and $600 within six months due to AI demand.
- ▪ASRock's hybrid motherboards allow users to select either DDR4 or DDR5 memory, but not both simultaneously.
- ▪The H610M Combo motherboard features six DIMM slots, while its successor, the H610M Combo II, has a more compact design.
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