DRAM Surges 400% and NAND 300%: How Accurate Is the 18-Month Memory Price Outlook?
As of 2026-08-12, the sharp rise in memory prices is undeniable. Recent data shows that over the past 12 months, average selling prices for DRAM rose by 400%, while NAND flash prices increased by more than 300%. However, these figures do not mean that laptop and smartphone prices will rise by 400% and 300%, respectively, or that every type of memory will continue becoming more expensive each month over the next 18 months.