It's all about timing when it comes to PC memory and we're not just talking about latency settings—when you pull the trigger on a new memory kit can make a big difference on the value proposition.
TL;DR: DDR4 memory prices are rising due to supply constraints as manufacturers shift focus to DDR5 and HBM for AI applications, causing DDR4 demand to outpace supply. This trend makes upgrading to ...
Let's be real, we've collectively been spoiled by cheap memory prices over the last few years, save for when DDR5 made its grand entrance (much to the delight of scalpers) alongside Intel's Alder Lake ...
We look at the most recent iteration of memory technology, present in laptops, desktops and even smartphones. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s ...
Market forces have conspired to make DDR4 great again ...
You can play Arc Raiders on nearly 10-year-old hardware—but would you want to?
DDR5 vs DDR4 is the new battleground for PC enthusiasts these days, especially with the introduction of Intel's 12th gen Alder Lake processors. AMD is going to come in with their very own soon as well ...
Intel's latest 12th gen Alder Lake micro-architecture is exciting for enthusiasts. Irrespective of its performance against its predecessors or AMD's competing Ryzen CPUs, the new generation of Intel ...
If you are wondering whether it is worth upgrading your older DDR4 memory to the new DDR5 memory you may be interested in a new article published to the PCMag website comparing the performance you can ...
ASUS has just demonstrated a very interesting new device: a DDR5 to DDR4 converter, that allows people to buy a new Intel 12th Gen Core "Alder Lake" CPU and Z690 motherboard that requires DDR5 RAM, ...
Intel’s 12th-generation Core processors for desktops are here, and they’re fast. Codenamed Alder Lake, these processors consume a lot of power to reach the heights that they do and will require ...