Micron plans to mass produce 32Gb DDR5 memory chips in the first half of 2024
Micron has revealed its plans to mass produce 32Gb DDR5 memory chips in the first half of 2024, introducing a vital piece of the puzzle in the pursuit of higher capacity Gaming RAM modules. The company’s new 1β fabrication tech will be used for these parts, replacing the previous 1α technology and promising improved performance to boot.
While we don’t have any official data transfer rates just yet, previous modules from Micron hit speeds of 5200MT/s and 5600MT/s. Combining these chips with the company’s already announced 128GB, 192GB, and 256GB DDR5 modules could result in some seriously speedy modules, although it’s worth noting that initial availability may be limited and catered to specific partners.
You might be wondering how fast 1TB gaming RAM modules could be in theory, and Micron thankfully provides us with a handy table to help us work it out. Stacking eight 32Gb ICs creates a 256GB module, and combining 32 of these stacks creates a 1TB module – you’ll note that this doesn’t quite meet the initial 1TB module goal, but it’s a good starting point.
Of course, there’s no telling when Micron might be able to deliver on these calculations, but it’s good to see the company pushing the limits of memory technology. If the likes of Asus, G.Skill, and other major players can take advantage of these advancements and provide us with 1TB of RAM on a gaming PC, we’ll be more than happy.
