Framework Computer Delists DDR5 Memory, Citing Threat of RAM Scalping

From PC Mag: In an effort to preserve existing stock, Framework Computer has delisted DDR RAM as a standalone product due to the memory shortage.

"The memory market is in a bad spot," Framework Computer tweeted on Monday night.

Pricing for DDR5 RAM has surged by over 200% amid growing demand for new AI data centers, which have been depleting memory supplies. Framework, an upgradable laptop maker, previously sold DDR5 and DDR4 RAM kits via its online store. But the San Francisco company has now halted many of the sales, listing the products as "coming soon" instead.

"We haven’t changed our memory pricing, but we did have to delist standalone memory from our Marketplace to head off scalpers and preserve inventory for people buying it with our DIY Edition laptops," Framework tweeted.

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