DRAM makers trying to recover from the downturn last year can now face a shortage in second half, sending DRAM prices higher, warns iSuppli.
DRAM makers face an inability to obtain needed production equipment and problems implementing sub-50-nanometer technology, according to iSuppli.
The three DRAM makers in the best position to benefit from rising chip prices are Samsung, Hynix and Micron, (iSuppli suggests they've already upgraded tolatest technology).
Gartner says Samsung maintains its lead in DRAM with a 35.3% share of revenue, followed by Hynix with 20.9%, Elpida with 17.3%, Micron 13.3% and Nanya with 4.4%