Rumor
3 publications · September 16, 2026
Samsung may use LPDDR5X memory in lower-tier Galaxy S27 models instead of LPDDR6
Key points
- Samsung is reportedly testing Micron LPDDR5X memory for lower-tier Galaxy S27 devices, backing away from earlier expectations of LPDDR6 across the lineup
- The Bell cites inside sources saying Samsung is evaluating Micron's LPDDR5X based on the 1y manufacturing process
- Rising RAM costs are cited as the reason, with Micron reportedly asking 50% more than Samsung's own DRAM division charges
- Earlier reports had suggested the entire Galaxy S27 lineup would ship with LPDDR6 memory paired with Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6
Summary
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Earlier rumors said the whole Galaxy S27 lineup would use next-generation LPDDR6 memory. The Bell now reports, citing inside sources, that Samsung is testing cheaper LPDDR5X memory from Micron for the lower-priced models. Micron is reportedly asking 50% more than Samsung’s own memory business charges.
The Galaxy S27 series is expected to include standard, Plus, Pro and Ultra models. Which models would get which memory is not known.
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