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Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the significant price increases in various storage products, particularly DRAM and NAND Flash, driven by rising demand from the AI sector and supply constraints from manufacturers [3][4][5]. Price Increases in Storage Products - DDR4 prices have more than doubled since the beginning of the year, with some products increasing by over five times due to limited market supply [3][4]. - DDR5 prices have also been rising, with the average price for DDR5 16G (4800/5600) increasing from $6.02 to $7.349 within a month [4][7]. - NAND Flash prices have seen a nearly 10% increase since early September, with enterprise and mobile markets being significantly affected [4][11]. Market Demand and Supply Dynamics - Despite the reduction in production of LPDDR4X, demand has surged, with contract prices increasing by 24% to 36% in Q3 [6][9]. - Major manufacturers are shifting production capacity towards higher-margin products like HBM and DDR5, leading to tighter supply for older technologies [6][7]. - The demand for DDR5 is expected to remain strong as cloud service providers prepare for future infrastructure needs, although supply remains uncertain due to prioritization of HBM production [7][9]. Data Center Storage Solutions - The transition from HDD to SSD in data centers is accelerating due to HDD shortages, with SSDs being favored for their efficiency and lower operational costs in AI applications [11][12]. - The demand for high-capacity SSDs is expected to rise, with predictions indicating that SSDs will account for 20% of AI server storage by 2028 [12][13]. Impact on End-User Products - The rising costs of storage components are putting pressure on manufacturers of consumer electronics, with companies like Xiaomi reporting declines in profit margins due to increased memory prices [16][17]. - Mid-range smartphones are particularly affected by the reliance on LPDDR4X, and manufacturers are exploring alternative suppliers and adjusting product specifications to manage costs [17][20]. Manufacturer Strategies - Companies are increasing inventory and diversifying supplier bases to mitigate the impact of rising prices on production costs [19][20]. - Some manufacturers are also planning to gradually transition to DDR5, although this process is contingent on compatibility with existing hardware [19][20].