Framework Increases DDR5 Memory Prices by 50% for DIY Laptops Due to Supply Chain Shortages
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Summary
Framework Computer has increased DDR5 memory prices by 50% for its DIY Edition laptops due to ongoing memory shortages and supply chain issues throughout the industry. The company had previously kept memory prices lower than competitors but has now had to adjust pricing. Existing pre-orders will maintain previous prices, and the company is not changing prices for other components.
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· 4 pulledFramework Computer had worked to keep their memory prices lower than other laptop vendors amid the ongoing memory shortages throughout the industry worldwide.
But today they've finally had to cave in and increase their DDR5 memory modules for the Framework Laptop DIY Editions by 50%.
Due to the ongoing price hikes around system memory with shortages throughout the supply chain, Framework raised their DDR5 memory options today by 50% for the Framework Laptop DIY Edition.
Framework Computer is keeping the prior prices for existing pre-orders and also is foregoing any price changes for their p
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