DDR5 Memory Prices Soar: 16GB and 32GB Modules Reach New All-Time Highs Across Major Retailers

The prices of DDR5 memory have surged to unprecedented levels, marking a significant cost increase for both 16 GB and 32 GB kits, which are now selling at almost double their previous prices due to supply shortages.

Skyrocketing DDR5 Prices: AI Demand at the Core

In recent weeks, we have closely monitored the escalating costs of DDR5 memory, a trend that initiated around late August and early September. The surge was primarily driven by an increased demand in artificial intelligence applications, which has profoundly affected memory prices across both consumer and enterprise markets. Initially, a 30% rise was anticipated, but the situation worsened, with recent reports noting increases exceeding 170% for both DDR5 and DDR4 memory products.

The rise in memory costs has been alarming, with certain products experiencing price fluctuations that are difficult to comprehend. For instance, a 64 GB DDR5 kit that cost £255 in May 2023 is now listed at £495, according to Twitter user @ghost_motley. In another example, Uniko’s Hardware shared that a 32 GB DDR5-7600 kit they sold for $70 earlier this year now has a price tag around $400 for a lesser specification DDR5-6000 kit.

The 64GB DDR5 kit I got in May 2023 for £255 is now £495 pic.twitter.com/jIAQkoaN0L

— Charlie (@ghost_motley) November 4, 2025

actually this one was cheap back in late 2021 / early 2022.hynix 2gb mdie was the king back then, before a die showed up.the gskill tridnetz5 rgb 6000 and teamgroup delta 6000 that i got cost much more, like $400 up each.am i a bad person as i cant really relate to the… pic.twitter.com/5FS6TzFqrV

— UNIKO’s Hardware 🌏 (@unikoshardware) November 5, 2025

Examining the price trends from PCPartPicker, there’s a consistent pattern of almost a 100% price surge across various DDR5 memory kits. While DDR4 products are similarly affected, our primary focus remains on DDR5 memory.

For budget-conscious users, a 32 GB kit (16 GB x 2) with a speed rating of 4800 MT/s is currently retailing between $160 and $170, compared to under $100 only a few months ago. Meanwhile, 5200 MT/s kits are priced close to $200, up from approximately $110-$120. The upward trend continues with 5600 MT/s kits averaging $250.

Price Trends for DDR5 Memory Kits

32GB (16GB x 2) DDR5-4800

32GB (16GB x 2) DDR5-5200

Average RAM price graph showing a rise to $250 from June 2024 to October 2025, pcpartpicker.com at bottom right.

32GB (16GB x 2) DDR5-5600

Average RAM price graph from PCPartPicker shows DDR5-5600 2x16GB prices from $100 in June 2024 to $200 in October 2025.

32GB (16GB x 2) DDR5-6000

Average RAM price graph titled Average RAM Price (USD) Over Last 18 Months (DDR5-6000 2x16GB) from PCPartPicker.

Current listings on Amazon US reveal that the lowest-priced 32 GB DDR5-5600 module starts at over $150 for single-module purchases. Complete kits consisting of two 16 GB modules can exceed $400, with premium 32 GB kits going for more than $600. Although Newegg offers competitive rates, the potential for another round of price increases looms as existing stock levels dwindle.

Impact on Consumers and Market Trends

The price for individual 16 GB modules rated at 4800-5600 MT/s are around $100 US each, meaning that 16 GB kits (8 GB x 2) are now priced above $300 US on Amazon.

As demand fueled by AI applications continues to rise, further DRAM shortages are expected, likely leading to continued price hikes for both DDR5 and DDR4 memory components. Additionally, the anticipated increases in NAND Flash memory, which is crucial for SSDs, could further complicate the landscape.

This upward trend in RAM prices poses a significant challenge for gamers and PC builders who have been holding off on assembling new systems. It may ultimately dampen PC sales, especially during the holiday season, as elevated prices could hinder consumer purchasing behavior. While it remains uncertain when prices will stabilize, experts predict that it may take several months before we witness a return to normalcy in the DRAM market.

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