Crucial Releases High-Performance LPCAMM2 Memory for Laptops
Crucial has launched its new LPCAMM2 memory modules, bringing significantly higher speeds and capacities to the laptop market. These compact, standards-based modules are designed to enhance performance for AI-ready computing, offering speeds up to 8,533 MT/s and densities of up to 64GB.
Performance and Efficiency Gains
The Crucial LPCAMM2 is built to handle demanding tasks like complex simulations, real-time AI processing, and data-intensive workloads. It delivers the performance of Micron's LPDDR5X mobile memory in a form factor that is less than half the size of traditional DDR5 SODIMMs.
Key advantages over standard DDR5 SODIMMs include:
- Higher Speed: Now reaching up to 8,533 MT/s, offering 1.5 times faster performance.
- Lower Power Consumption: More energy-efficient, which is critical for mobile devices.
- Compact and Upgradable: The smaller size enables users to easily upgrade, repair, and extend the lifespan of their laptops, helping to reduce e-waste.
- Improved Multitasking: Shows better performance in real-world scenarios involving web browsing, video conferencing, and photo editing.
Target Audience and Compatibility
This new memory solution is aimed at AI developers, content creators, and mobile professionals who require fast and efficient memory for their work. The LPCAMM2 standard was developed in collaboration with leading PC manufacturers to ensure seamless integration into next-generation AI PCs.
Crucial's LPCAMM2 memory is currently compatible with new AI mobile workstations from Dell and Lenovo, with broader adoption expected across more laptop brands as the standard becomes more widespread.
Availability and Pricing
Crucial LPCAMM2 memory modules are available for purchase now through select online and retail partners. The initial pricing is as follows:
- 32 GB Module: Starts at $232.99 USD
- 64 GB Module: Starts at $451.99 USD
