
The podcast explores the rising prices of RAM and SSDs, driven by the increasing demand from AI and enterprise sectors. It's argued that the shift towards enterprise focus by companies like Intel and Nvidia is leaving consumers with more expensive hardware. Luke from Linus Tech Tips shares insights on RAM market dynamics, including potential price fixing and the increasing importance of cooling solutions for DDR5 RAM. The conversation also covers the technical aspects of memory production, such as wafer manufacturing and HBM technology, and how these factors contribute to supply constraints and higher costs. The potential impact of these trends on consumer devices like phones and the future of cloud-based computing are also considered.
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