JEDEC is preparing to standardise LPDDR6 memory

LPDDR6 is set to be standardised in Q3 2024

Low-power DDR, LPDDR, memory is a vital part of many modern devices. From smartphones to Valve’s Steam Deck, LPDDR5 memory and its derivatives form an critical part of the modern memory market. Now, JEDEC are getting ready to launch their LPDDR6 memory standard. This will give the low-power memory market a much-needed bandwidth boost.

The LPDDR5 standard launched five years ago. While LPDDR5X has extended the lifespan of the standard, there is a growing need for faster mobile memory. Over the next few years, on-device AI will become a common feature for modern devices. Beyond that, gaming devices like the Steam Deck OLED and ROG Ally showcase the need for higher levels of memory performance for future portable gaming devices.

With LPDDR6, JEDEC aims to deliver higher levels of memory performance while maintaining high levels of power efficiency. This will enable the creation of faster products, and help power the next generation of AI enabled devices.

(LPDDR memory commonly found in many new laptops and gaming devices)

The growth of AI and the increasing utilisation of LPDDR memory on gaming devices has created demand for more bandwidth. With this in mind, we expect JEDEC’s partners to already be working on LPDDR6 and future (LPDDR6X?) low power memory products.

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