Question 1

Why DDR5 RAM is so expensive now?

Accepted Answer

DDR5 Memory is pricey due to the surging demand from AI server farms and data centers, which has caused a global memory shortage. This has led memory manufacturers to prioritize more profitable server-grade memory like HBM (high-Bandwidth Memory) over consumer-grade DDR5, drastically reducing supply for consumers while simultaneously causing the prices for both DDR5 and DDR4 to increase.

Question 2

Is this memory compatible with Intel 600 and 700 series processors?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this memory is recommended for use with Intel 600 and 700 series.

Question 3

Does this memory module have any lighting effects?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this memory module features dynamic ten-zone RGB lighting with ten individually addressable ultra-bright RGB LEDs per module.

Question 4

Can I manually adjust the performance settings of this RAM?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can manually adjust the performance settings of this RAM using the custom Intel XMP 3.0 profiles via iCUE software.

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