{
  "id": 15622273,
  "title": "Chinese RAM surge through 2028 isn't likely to help the average consumer",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/19/chinese-ram-surge-through-2028-isnt-likely-to-help-the-average",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-19T15:06:48.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/computing/memory/analysts-forecast-chinese-ram-surge-through-2028-but-its-not-likely-to-help-the-average-consumer-as-dell-ceo-warns-the-memory-crisis-could-last-until-2030"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Chinese chipmaker CXMT is expected to significantly increase its DRAM production capacity over the next few years. According to forecasts from Counterpoint Research and TrendForce, the company's DRAM wafer production is predicted to grow from around 320,000 units in 2023 to 420,000 units in 2027, and potentially reach 500,000 to 600,000 units by 2028. This expansion is mainly focused on traditional RAM for personal computers, rather than high-end memory for the artificial intelligence industry.\n\nHowever, despite this projected near-doubling of RAM production by 2028, there are several reasons why this will likely not benefit the average consumer outside of China. Most of the additional RAM is expected to serve domestic demands in China, with limited exports. Additionally, the cost of CXMT's memory is said to be on par with that of competitors such as Samsung, making it not a more affordable alternative.\n\nFurthermore, Dell's CEO, Michael Dell, has sounded the alarm on the memory shortage, predicting that the issue could persist until 2030, affecting consumers for up to four years. This warning aligns with the growing consensus on the RAM crisis, as concerns have been raised in recent months. While CXMT's production increase may help alleviate some of the RAM shortage, it is unlikely to have a significant impact on the overall supply for average consumers outside of China. Meanwhile, the rising cost of RAM continues to be a concern for consumers, and exploring alternatives to optimize gaming PC performance may be necessary.",
  "summary": "As Dell's CEO joins the chorus of those warning the RAM crisis will last until 2030, don't expect a predicted memory rally from China to help.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}