Industry Update: Samsung Extends DDR4 DRAM Production Through 2026 Amid HBM Transition Delays
Samsung has revised its DRAM production roadmap, announcing the extension of DDR4 manufacturing through the end of 2026—pushing back its previously planned phase-out timeline set for late 2025. The shift comes as Samsung grapples with delays in scaling up high-bandwidth memory (HBM) production, where it currently trails behind industry rivals.
Maintaining DDR4 output allows Samsung to continue leveraging existing production lines and address steady demand across servers, PCs, and embedded systems. This extension also provides additional runway for customers who are reliant on DDR4 to adjust transition strategies amid evolving platform requirements.
OEMs and enterprise buyers should revisit DRAM sourcing plans and assess long-term supply continuity, especially for platforms not yet optimized for DDR5 or HBM. Expect market stabilization in DDR4 pricing as the supply horizon shifts.
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