RAM used to be the “cheap upgrade”… until it wasn’t.In this episode, I break down why DDR5 prices jumped so fast — and why the AI boom is a big part of the story. We’ll connect the dots between normal desktop RAM, server memory, and HBM (high-bandwidth memory) that powers modern AI accelerators.You’ll learn:- Why “RAM” is really multiple markets (DDR5 vs server DRAM vs HBM)- How AI data centers buy memory at massive scale — and how that affects everyone else- The HBM spillover effect: when the most profitable memory pulls focus and capacity- Why shortages create a chain reaction (contracts → allocation → retail price spikes)- What this means for gamers, creators, and PC builders — plus practical ways to avoid overpayingIf you’re planning a new build or an upgrade, this will help you understand what’s happening — and how to make smarter choices.#RAMPrices #DDR5 #MemoryShortage #HBM #AI #PCBuilding #GamingPC #ComputerHardware #TechExplained #TechPodcast #DataCenter #Semiconductors— FOLLOW & LISTEN —🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2KZ2NUu1MjJolN2alJltnN🛰️ RSS (all apps): https://anchor.fm/s/10881159c/podcast/rss🍎 Apple Podcasts (EN): https://anchor.fm/s/10881159c/podcast/rss🍎 Apple Podcasts (PT-BR): https://anchor.fm/s/1087502fc/podcast/rss… and everywhere podcasts are available.— SUPPORT MY WORK —⭐ PATREON: https://patreon.com/ExplainItToMe_⭐ Buy me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/explainittome_— STAY CONNECTED —✅ Subscribe to the channel🔔 Turn on notifications💬 Drop your questions for the next episode