‘Outlet’ RAM sold in Japan as new with huge markups, scuffed packaging — Crucial DDR5-5600 64GB kit commands $600 overseas as AI shortage bites

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'Outlet' RAM sold in Japan as new with huge markups, scuffed packaging — Crucial DDR5-5600 64GB kit commands $600 overseas as AI shortage bites

Japanese PC shops limit SSD, HDD, and RAM purchases to prevent hoarding as storage and memory shortage takes hold

#おすすめ#アウトレット Crucial　DDR5メモリ CP2K32G56C46U5 [DDR5-5600 32GB×2] が在庫限り特価89,980円(税込)🔽詳しくはこちら🔽https://t.co/XW4RWJ2kQd pic.twitter.com/HsRdomHpoy December 11, 2025

In Sofmap's defense, the memory kit is new and works perfectly; only the packaging might have some scuffs, scratches, or be slightly torn. Since Micron has pulled out of the consumer market , Crucial products now have some collector appeal, which makes retailers even less inclined to change prices.

Before the memory shortage, Crucial's 64GB memory kit used to sell for about $134.99, but the price has shot up by 3.7 times in just a few months. Keep in mind that's in the retail market. Over on eBay, memory scalpers are asking as much as $1,067.45—more than twice the retail price. It’s quite a rollercoaster in the market right now.

When it comes to DDR5-5600 with timings like C46-45-45, this 64GB memory kit isn't the fastest out there. Still, DDR5-5600 is easy to run on any modern processor, whether you're using an Intel or AMD processor. Plus, it supports Intel XMP 3.0 and AMD EXPO, making setup quick and simple. But is the Crucial Pro DDR5-5600 C46 64GB worth paying $507.99? That's a personal choice only you can make. With the holiday season just around the corner, we're likely to see some good RAM deals , even if they might be few and far between.

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