The LPCAMM2 offers significant improvements compared to the small outline dual inline memory modules (SODIMMs) that have been used since the late 1990s.

Designed with a compact form factor, the LPCAMM2 maintains its processing power, making it an ideal choice for portable workstations and generative artificial intelligence (AI) applications. Micron claims that the LPCAMM2 can reduce system standby power consumption by 80%, thereby extending battery life and catering to the needs of laptops.

The LPCAMM2 integrates the LPDDR5X DRAM, built by Micron in its 1-beta process node, to deliver faster peak bandwidth for AI inference at the edge. With LPDDR5X's speed of 9,600 Mbps, the LPCAMM2 surpasses SODIMMs operating at 5,600 Mbps in various workloads, including web browsing, word processing, photo and video editing, and PC Mark-10 Essential tasks.

Micron's LPDDR5X memory solution has been previously utilized by Qualcomm in mobile platforms, enabling edge-based generative AI capabilities. The collaboration between Micron and Qualcomm in October 2023 resulted in the integration of LPDDR5X memory into mobile devices, enabling efficient handling of AI applications with low latency and high bandwidth requirements.

In an effort to bring the LPCAMM2 to market, Micron is partnering with industry leaders Lenovo, Compal, and Intel. Lenovo is working with Micron to incorporate the memory solution into its laptops, while Compal is collaborating to develop platforms based on artificial intelligence using Micron's LPCAMM2 memory. Additionally, Micron and Intel are jointly working on deploying optimized platform designs through the LPCAMM2 form factor to enable Intel's partners across industries to leverage this low-power memory technology.

Micron expects supply normalization by mid-2024, which may have an impact on pricing, while the increasing demand for artificial intelligence and the adoption of technologies such as 5G networks, cloud computing, and digital transformation are anticipated to drive the demand for its memory chips.

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With the launch of its LPCAMM2 memory module and ongoing collaborations, Micron aims to provide enhanced performance and efficiency in computing devices while catering to the growing demand for AI and data-intensive applications.