iPhone 17 Series to Feature 12GB RAM Across Three Models, Boosting Performance
1min read Apple's renowned analyst, Ming-Chi Kuo, has disclosed that at least three models of the upcoming iPhone 17 series, scheduled for release in 2025, will be equipped with 12GB of RAM. This upgrade surpasses previous expectations, as Kuo had initially forecasted that only the Pro Max model would feature this enhancement. The models anticipated to include 12GB of RAM are the Pro Max, Pro, and an ultra-thin variant.
Kuo also indicated that apple is contemplating outfitting the base model of the iPhone 17 with 12GB of RAM. However, there are apprehensions regarding potential supply constraints, and a definitive decision is anticipated by May. Even if the standard model retains the 8GB RAM configuration, Kuo predicts that all iPhone models released in 2026 will adopt the 12GB RAM standard.
The analyst ascribes Apple's proactive RAM upgrade strategy to the intensifying competition within the smartphone market. This initiative is designed to bolster the performance and capabilities of their devices, ensuring they remain competitive in the market.
Kuo further highlighted that the average selling price (ASP) of devices with 12GB RAM is approximately 50% higher than those with 8GB RAM. This price increase is expected to significantly benefit the primary suppliers, micron and SK Hynix. Micron, in particular, may see greater growth potential due to its lower baseline for AI HBM shipments compared to SK Hynix.
