Micron Unveils LPCAMM2: A Game-Changing Low-Power Memory Module for Client PCs

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Micron introduced the industry's pioneering standard low-power compression attached memory module (LPCAMM2), spanning capacities from 16 GB to 64 GB. This innovation brings substantial performance enhancements, energy efficiency, space optimization, and modularity to the realm of personal computers. Currently in the sampling phase and slated for production in the first half of 2024, LPCAMM2 represents the first groundbreaking form factor for client PCs since the advent of small outline dual inline memory modules (SODIMMs) in 1997. By incorporating Micron's LPDDR5X DRAM, the LPCAMM2 form factor promises up to a 61% reduction in power consumption and up to a 71% boost in performance for crucial workloads such as web browsing and video conferencing, while also offering a 64% space saving compared to SODIMM alternatives.

With the proliferation of generative artificial intelligence (GAI) applications in client PCs, memory subsystem performance becomes increasingly critical. LPCAMM2 is engineered to meet the demands of AI workloads on PCs, offering scalability for applications that require high performance and low power in a compact and modular form factor. It also introduces the ability to upgrade low-power DRAM for the first time, allowing customization as customer needs evolve.

Praveen Vaidyanathan, Vice President and General Manager of Micron's Compute Products Group, stated, "Micron is transforming the laptop user's experience with the LPCAMM2 product that will deliver best-in-class performance per watt in a flexible, modular form factor. This first-of-its-kind product will enhance the capabilities of AI-enabled laptops, whose memory capacity can be upgraded as technology and customer needs evolve."

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The development of this innovative memory type involved significant innovations in test hardware, testing methodologies, and automation technologies, facilitating an efficient production ramp. Key benefits of Micron's LPCAMM2 encompass:

  • Enhanced performance with LPDDR5X, achieving speeds up to 9600 Mbps compared to 5600 Mbps with current DDR5 SODIMMs.
  • Up to 80% reduction in system standby power consumption, thereby improving battery life.
  • A performance boost of up to 7% for digital content creation workloads.
  • A 15% enhancement for productivity workloads based on PCMark 10 testing.
  • Modularity that enables critical serviceability features for enterprise IT users and administrators.
  • A single PCB for all module capacities, offering supply chain flexibility to OEM and ODM customers.
  • Simplified motherboard routing compared to SODIMM configurations.

Furthermore, Crucial LPCAMM2 retail products will empower laptop PC users to upgrade their system memory configuration, marking an industry first for low-power memory due to the upgradable design of this novel form factor. Crucial LPCAMM2 products are anticipated to be available in the first half of 2024 through www.crucial.com.


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