The LPCAMM2 is making waves in the mobile platform arena by boosting memory speed while dialing down on power consumption. It’s an exciting improvement for the ThinkPad P1 Gen 7, which now supports faster memory that users can easily detach from the motherboard.
If you’re familiar with desktops, you know how straightforward it is to upgrade memory. Just pop in a DIMM, and you’re good to go, which is a big reason desktops have an edge over laptops for customization. Though laptops equipped with SODIMM modules can manage something similar, LPDDR5 and LPDDR5X versions have not been user-upgradeable—until now, with the introduction of LPCAMM2. This newfound ability to upgrade means laptops can attain the same fast LPDDR5X-like performance without being permanently locked to the motherboard, making things far more convenient for users. A recent video on Bilibili adds this firsthand look, showcasing the ease with which memory modules are swapped on the ThinkPad P1 Gen 7 compared to its predecessor, Gen 6.
Zooming in on specifics, the ThinkPad P1 Gen 6 operates with SODIMM DDR5 memory at a speed of up to 5600 MT/s, though it caps out at 5200 MT/s due to inherent limitations. The new Gen 7 model leaps ahead, clocking a remarkable 7500 MT/s, thanks to its LPDDR5X-based LPCAMM2 memory. Installing this memory is as simple as fitting an M.2 drive, involving just three screws.
The new memory is compact like its SODIMM DDR5 counterpart but outshines it in efficiency and power. However, the story isn’t all rosy. Cost is a significant concern; LPCAMM2 memory nearly doubles the expense compared to soldering LPDDR5X directly onto the motherboard. For pricing context, a 16 GB LPCAMM2 matches the cost of a 32 GB LPDDR5X, which might seem a turn-off. But, when you factor in the overall laptop price, the added expense might just be worth it.
Spotlighting the benefits of LPCAMM2 further, it sports a reduced footprint while delivering speeds up to 8533 MT/s. Major players like Samsung, Micron, and GEIL have started showcasing their own LPCAMM2 solutions. It’s just a matter of time before LPCAMM2 finds its place as the go-to standard for high-end laptops. There’s chatter about the CAMM2 standard making its way into desktop PCs as well—albeit as a niche item—promising key advantages such as:
– Faster Speeds
– Reduced PCB Traces
– Lower Latencies
– Cooler Operations
– And More…
This LPCAMM2 meets JEDEC’s standardization, offering immense benefits for a range of devices from client PCs and laptops to hefty workstations. A standout feature is its power efficiency, consuming about 60% less power than SODIMM, which helps in keeping things cooler.
News Source: Bilibili
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