RAM & SSD Shortage 2026: Why Chip Prices Are Skyrocketing - Ranjodh Singh - Radio Haanij

If you’ve tried buying RAM, an SSD, or even a new laptop recently, you’ve probably noticed something alarming: prices have skyrocketed. A 32GB DDR5 memory module that cost $149 in September 2025 now sells for $239. SSDs now cost 16 times more than traditional hard drives. PC manufacturers are announcing 15-20% price increases. Welcome to what tech industry insiders are calling ”RAMmageddon” or the ”RAMpocalypse”—the 2024-2026 global memory supply shortage that’s reshaping the technology landscape and hitting wallets worldwide. This critical issue was recently explored in depth on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, Australia’s number 1 Indian and Punjabi radio station, where host Ranjodh Singh broke down the chip shortage crisis in a way that connects global semiconductor supply chains to everyday technology users. For Melbourne and Sydney’s tech-savvy Indian and Punjabi community—many working in IT, engineering, and technology sectors—understanding this shortage isn’t just academic; it directly impacts purchasing decisions, business operations, and technology planning.