Your next phone could cost even more, and this time it’s not just RAM
Reports suggest Samsung’s OLED panels could cost $10-$20 more in 2027.
A recent report suggests that Samsung may increase the price of its OLED panels in 2027 to regain control over market rates. Analysts expect Samsung's OLED screens to cost between $10 and $20 more in 2027 compared to current prices. The RAM crisis, fueled by surging demand for AI infrastructure, is expected to persist until 2029 or 2030.
This issue has already led to price hikes for smartphones this year, with both Google and Samsung raising prices, while other manufacturers have had to make compromises to avoid similar increases. Although the RAM shortage may not be the sole concern for smartphone brands heading into 2027, Samsung's OLED screens could also face higher costs.
According to Chinese supply chain source ChannelGate, Samsung has communicated to its suppliers that the price of OLED panels will increase by $10 to $20 in 2027. The source further explains that this price hike isn't due to external price pressures but rather Samsung's strategic decision to "regain control" of OLED panel pricing, which it perceives as currently being "chaotic."
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