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

What type of memory is the G.SKILL G5 Series and what is its speed?

Accepted Answer

The G.SKILL G5 Series is a 288-Pin DDR5 RDIMM memory with a speed of DDR5 6000 (PC5 48000).

Question 3

What is the capacity of the G.SKILL G5 Series memory kit?

Accepted Answer

The capacity of the G.SKILL G5 Series memory kit is 64GB, consisting of 4 x 16GB modules.

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