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CXMT Reportedly Outprices Samsung for DDR5 Server Memory Amid Surging Demand

What happened

CXMT is reportedly charging more than Samsung for 64GB DDR5 server RDIMM modules, reversing its usual pricing strategy due to a tenfold surge in demand. This price hike is causing delays for Chinese electronics firms, prompting complaints to the Ministry of Industry. The situation signals a severe shortage and bullish sentiment for server memory pricing.

Impact and signal

High impactImpact score: 95/100

Affected components and suppliers

DDR5DRAM

CXMT Samsung Electronics

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Source and time

Source: TechPowerUp · 7/24/2026 · View original source

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