From Micron, we learn that the memory manufacturer is starting to release samples of high-capacity DDR5 RDIMM modules. In fact, we’re talking about 256 GB RAM modules, all running at high speed (9200 MT/s). Naturally, this type of RAM is intended for professional installations: hyperscalers, AI servers, etc.
Micron produces 256 GB DDR5 modules!
Big capacities :
The specialized memory manufacturer is promoting high-capacity modules with 256 GB. All of this is based on 1-gamma DRAM modules, a type of memory that uses 3D-stacked architecture to increase memory capacity per module. This technique is the key to achieving such high capacities. What’s more, the memory layers are interconnected using TSV(Through-Silicon Vias).
With such high densities, the manufacturer points to economies of scale and energy savings. To reach 256 GB of memory, it is now possible to use a single memory module, rather than having to opt for two 128 GB memory modules. This reduces energy consumption by over 40%. What’s more, the number of memory modules used for the same capacity is reduced, simplifying cooling.
Modules for AI!
Of course, it’s not the consumer sector that will benefit from such memory capacities, no. Here, Micron is targeting companies with large memory requirements. We’re talking about servers and hyperscalers here, but also, and above all, the memory-hungry artificial intelligence sector. It’s not for nothing that the price of DDR5 kits has skyrocketed in recent months.
For the time being, sales have not yet begun, as the company is only at the validation stage with its main partners. Mass production will take place in the not-too-distant future, but no timetable has yet been announced.
