Mobile DRAM prices are set to surge in the second quarter of 2026. According to a report from TrendForce, contract prices for LPDDR4X and LPDDR5X memory will see dramatic quarter-over-quarter increases.
Samsung and SK Hynix adopt different pricing strategies
LPDDR4X contract prices are expected to rise by 70 to 75 percent compared to the previous quarter. LPDDR5X prices are forecast to climb even higher, with increases of 78 to 83 percent. Samsung is pursuing an aggressive one-time price hike, while SK Hynix is opting for a gradual increase.
The price jump is likely to impact smartphone makers. They may reduce production and could fail to meet their long-term agreement or memorandum of understanding bit procurement targets. DRAM configurations are also shifting: 12GB is becoming mainstream for high-end devices, 16GB is declining, 8GB is standard for mid-range models, and 4GB is used for entry-level phones.
TrendForce has not confirmed the exact timing of the price changes beyond the Q2 2026 window. The report did not specify whether the increases will apply uniformly across all regions or vary by customer.
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