The work on the DDR5 (Double Data Rate 5) memory chip model has already been launched by JEDEC, a standardization body for the microelectronics industry.
JEDEC officials said on Thursday that "DDR5 will provide twice the bandwidth and density over DDR4 as well as improved performance." They promised further improvements that will allow increased performance and better energy management for both end-user computers and high-quality servers.
JEDEC said that work on the DDR5 standard is progressing rapidly and the final version of the standard is set for 2018. In brief, DDR4 had come to market with 2014, while DD3 released 2007.
If JEDEC releases the DDR5 standard of 2018, then we expect to see the first DDR5 memories on store shelves in the same year.
JEDEC executives also announced that they are working on another memory chip model, the NVDIMM-P (Non-Volatile Dual Inline Memory Module), which will be a "new high-capacity memory for IT systems".
The term "Non-Volative" means that the memory will retain its contents even when power is removed by either an unexpected power loss or a system crash or a normal shutdown. "Double In-Line" identifies the product and the use of the DIMM. NVDIMMs will improve application performance and data security. It will also enhance the durability and reliability of SSD drives.
This model is also expected to be 2018. JEDEC will release more details about DDR5 and NVDIMM-P in June at the Server Forum in Santa Clara, Calif.
