Samsung has opened its final order window for LPDDR4 and LPDDR4X memory chips, signalling the end of the generation. Sources say production will run through 2026 to clear existing demand, after which the fab will shut down the older lines. The decision also aligns with Samsung's broader roadmap to phase out older process nodes in favor of more efficient architectures.

In the first quarter of 2027 the company plans to repurpose those lines for LPDDR5 manufacturing, a standard that delivers 50% higher bandwidth than its predecessor. Analysts link the shift to a broader DRAM supercycle pushing prices upward, promising revenue for Samsung as demand for high‑speed mobile memory spikes. Device makers such as Apple and Xiaomi have already qualified LPDDR5 for upcoming flagship models, accelerating the market shift.

Consumers stand to benefit once Samsung phases out LPDDR4 chips; its upcoming low‑end and mid‑range devices will ship with the faster memory, narrowing the performance gap with premium models. By aligning production with market trends, Samsung ensures its supply chain stays ahead of rivals and keeps pricing power as the industry embraces the next‑gen standard.