Apple to Accept Price Hikes in 2027: Memory Costs Set to Rise!

September 26, 2026

Apple to Accept Price Hikes in 2027: Memory Costs Set to Rise!

Apple Agrees to Significant Price Increases for Memory Purchases from Samsung

Starting in the first quarter of 2027, Apple has agreed to significant price increases for the RAM and NAND flash memory it purchases from Samsung, as reported by DigiTimes. The cost of RAM will rise to $2 per gigabyte, while NAND storage will climb to $0.33 per gigabyte, marking a 30% to 40% increase over current prices. While this may not come as a surprise, it serves as further confirmation that the ongoing memory crisis will extend into the next year.

Generic RAM and NAND flash modules on a desk in daylight
RAM and NAND modules photographed on a desk to illustrate rising memory costs.

Memory Prices Surge Amidst AI Industry Demand

Memory prices have already seen considerable increases in 2026, driven by massive orders from artificial intelligence sector players. In response to these cost pressures, Apple announced price hikes for its Mac and iPad products in June, followed by the iPhone in September. It is uncommon for Apple to frequently adjust its pricing structure; the company typically prefers to implement new pricing at the launch of new products. These recent price adjustments by Apple likely anticipate further increases in the coming months, though it is also possible that additional price hikes could occur next year.

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