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Updated August 28, 2026 Β· 4,485+ modules

RAM Prices USA 2026

DDR4 & DDR5 prices updated daily β€” ranked by price per GB

Prices elevated β€” compare $/GB anyway(95th pct Β· 6-week range)Why so high?

Consumer DDR prices remain elevated under AI-driven supply pressure. Compare live Amazon $/GB and buy signals here, then buy when the numbers make sense for your build. See measured evidence Β· Methodology.

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RAM Price Index β€” August 2026

In August 2026, typical DDR5 memory cost $16.88/GB β€” +5.3% compared with July 2026. DDR4 sat at $7.67/GB.

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Bottom line

Bottom line

Pick the generation your board supports first, then buy a dual-stick kit at the platform sweet spot: AM5 β†’ DDR5-6000 CL30, AM4 β†’ DDR4-3600 CL16, Intel LGA1851 β†’ DDR5-6000–6400. Live averages today: DDR4 $7.66/GB Β· DDR5 $16.86/GB across 4,485+ modules (as of August 28, 2026). Enable EXPO/XMP after install.

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  • Who it's for:Anyone comparing live Amazon $/GB before buying a kit
  • Market:DDR4 $7.66/GB Β· DDR5 $16.86/GB Β· 4,485+ modules
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PlatformBuyHub
AMD AM5DDR5-6000 CL30AM5 prices
AMD AM4DDR4-3600 CL16AM4 prices
Intel LGA1851DDR5-6000–6400Core Ultra
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Live Market Deals

Today's Top 5 Daily Price Drops & RAM Deals

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#1 DDR3LTop $/GB

Timetec 32GB KIT(4x8GB) DDR3L / DDR3 1600MHz (DDR3L-1600) PC3L-12800 / PC3-12800 Non-ECC Unbuffered 1.35V/1.5V CL11 2Rx8 Dual Rank 240 Pin UDIMM Desktop PC Computer Memory RAM(SDRAM) Module Upgrade

32GB (4x8)
$73.99
$2.31/GB
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#2 DDR3LTop $/GB

Rasalas 8GB PC3L-12800S ddr3l-1600 sodimm 1600mhz Laptop RAM DDR3L 1600 2Rx8 8gb ddr3 Laptop 12800s pc3 1.35V 204-Pin CL11 Dual Rank Ram

8GB
$20.99
$2.62/GB
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#3 DDR4Top $/GB

A-Tech 16GB DDR4 2133 MHz SODIMM PC4-17000 (PC4-2133P) CL15 2Rx8 Non-ECC Laptop RAM Memory Module

16GB
$88.64
$5.54/GB
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#4 DDR4Top $/GB

A-Tech 64GB (4x16GB) DDR4 2133 MHz SODIMM PC4-17000 (PC4-2133P) CL15 2Rx8 Non-ECC Laptop RAM Memory Modules

64GB (4x16)
$354.57
$5.54/GB
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#5 DDR4Top $/GB

Patriot Signature DDR4 RAM 8GB (1X8GB) 2133MHz CL15 SODIMM Laptop/Notebook Memory Module - PSD48G213381S

8GB (1x8)
$45.99
$5.75/GB
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Which RAM do I need?

Platform β†’ DDR type, speed, and XMP/EXPO

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PlatformRAM TypeSweet Spot
AMD AM5 (Ryzen 7000/9000)DDR5 onlyDDR5-6000 CL30
AMD AM4 (Ryzen 5000 and older)DDR4 onlyDDR4-3600 CL16
Intel LGA1851 (Core Ultra 200S)DDR5 onlyDDR5-6000–6400
Intel LGA1700 (12th–14th gen)DDR4 or DDR5DDR4-3200 / DDR5-5600+
Laptop (any)SO-DIMMMatch existing type

Prefer dual-stick kits (2Γ—) for dual-channel. Two matched sticks usually deliver more real-world bandwidth than one stick at the same total capacity. Top deals above prioritize dual-stick kits when available.

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Overall Market

Prices are elevated

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Prices are at the 95th percentile of our 6-week range β€” above recent averages. Consider waiting.

DDR4 RAM

Average pricing

β†’60th pct Β· 6-week range
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Prices are at the 60th percentile of our 6-week range β€” roughly in line with recent averages.

DDR5 RAM

Prices are elevated

↑100th pct Β· 6-week range
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Prices are at the 100th percentile of our 6-week range β€” above recent averages. Consider waiting.

Median price by capacity

4,465 modules tracked

16GB (1106)$136.44
32GB (1206)$399.99
64GB (544)$899.85

DDR4 vs DDR5 Price History

Average price per GB over time β€” updated daily

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Price Per GB by Capacity

Average cost per gigabyte at each capacity tier

CapacityDDR4 $/GBDDR5 $/GBBest Deal
16GB(261)$8.78/GB$17.80/GB
Timetec 16GB KIT(2x8GB) Compatible for Apple DDR3L...$2.31/GB$36.99
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32GB(450)$7.50/GB$18.96/GB
【DDR4 RAM】 GIGASTONE Game PRO 32GB Kit (2x16GB) DD...$4.03/GB$128.99
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64GB(173)$8.06/GB$16.80/GB
G.SKILL Ripjaws S5 Series 64GB (2 x 32GB) 288-Pin ...$1.80/GB$114.95
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128GB(14)β€”$23.29/GB
TEAMGROUP T-Create Expert Overclocking 10L CL42 DD...$11.70/GB$1497.35
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Prices stay elevated on AI-driven HBM demand β€” if you need RAM now, buy on $/GB and platform fit. Full market write-up lives on Why Are RAM Prices So High.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average price of DDR5 RAM in 2026?

Typical DDR5 pricing is $16.48/GB per GB across 1,232 tracked consumer modules (as of August 28, 2026). For most new gaming builds, start with a dual-stick 32GB DDR5-6000 CL30 kit and compare $/GB below.

Is DDR4 or DDR5 RAM a better value right now?

DDR4 averages $7.66/GB vs DDR5 at $16.86/GB β€” DDR4 is usually cheaper per GB, but your motherboard decides. AMD AM5 and Intel LGA1851 require DDR5; AM4 and many older Intel boards stay on DDR4. LGA1700 can be either depending on the board.

How much RAM do I need for gaming in 2026?

32GB (usually 2Γ—16GB) is the practical buy for most gaming PCs in 2026 β€” many AAA titles use 16–24GB with Discord and a browser open. 16GB is a workable minimum on a budget; 64GB is mainly for heavy creation, local AI, or VMs.

What RAM speed should I buy?

Match your platform: DDR5-6000 CL30 EXPO for AMD AM5 (usual UCLK:MCLK 1:1 target near 3000 MHz), DDR4-3600 CL16 for AMD AM4, DDR5-6000–6400 XMP for Intel LGA1851. Always enable XMP or EXPO in BIOS β€” without it, kits run at slower JEDEC defaults.

How often are RAM prices updated on this site?

Prices and Amazon availability signals refresh daily via the Amazon Creators API. Figures shown are as of the last refresh (August 28, 2026) and may differ at checkout. We track 4,485+ modules across DDR4, DDR5, laptop SO-DIMM, desktop DIMM, and server ECC.

Should I wait for RAM prices to drop before buying?

Analysts do not expect broad consumer DRAM relief until 2027–2028 at the earliest. If you need RAM for a build now, buy on $/GB and platform fit rather than waiting for a large drop.

Why are DDR5 prices so high in 2026?

Samsung, SK Hynix, and Micron redirected a large share of DRAM capacity toward High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) for AI accelerators. That squeezed consumer DDR5 supply and kept contract and retail prices elevated through 2026. Full analysis: Why Are RAM Prices So High.

What is the difference between DDR4 and DDR5 RAM?

DDR5 offers higher bandwidth, lower operating voltage (1.1V vs 1.2V), and on-die ECC. DDR5 is not backward compatible β€” the motherboard must support it. New AMD AM5 and Intel LGA1851 platforms require DDR5; many AM4 and older Intel boards stay on DDR4.