How much RAM does your PC really need in 2026? A Windows and Mac expert's verdict

ZDNET's key takeaways RAM allows computers run fast and optimally.16GB is now the standard for PCs and laptops.Heavy users may need more RAM. Know when to upgrade. I used to struggle when shopping for ...

How Much RAM Do Gamers Need? 8GB vs. 16GB vs. 32GB vs. 64GB

As modern games push memory harder, choosing the right amount of RAM matters more than ever. With DRAM pricing in flux, we revisit the big question: ...
Digital Trends

The lowdown on DDR4 RAM: When will it get here, and what will it do once it arrives?

What is RAM?Over the past few years, nearly every PC component, including storage drives, graphics accelerators, motherboards, and CPUs, has seen significant performance updates—everything except the ...
PC Magazine

Framework Computer Delists DDR5 Memory, Citing Threat of RAM Scalping

In an effort to preserve existing stock, Framework Computer has delisted DDR RAM as a standalone product due to the memory shortage. "The memory market is in a bad spot," Framework Computer tweeted on ...
TechRadar

Computer RAM gets biggest upgrade in 25 years but it may be too little, too late — LPCAMM2 won't stop Apple, Intel and AMD from integrating memory directly on the CPU

Today’s computers use either SO-DIMM or Low-power DDR (LPDDR) RAM. LPDDR surpasses DDR5 in terms of speed and comes in a form factor that reduces power and footprint while enhancing performance.