Modder saves $130 by building 32GB DDR5 desktop DIMMs from scavenged laptop memory — donor modules soldered to bare PCB flashed with custom firmware even run XMP

Published: 1 week ago (January 11, 2026 at 09:33 AM EST)

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Source: Tom’s Hardware

Modder Builds 32 GB DDR5 Stick from Scavenged Parts

DIY DDR5 is no longer just a concept, but a reality, as modder VIK‑on has built his first 32 GB stick from scavenged parts. The memory chips came from laptop SODIMMs, while a new PCB and cooler were acquired from China. After flashing custom firmware enabling 6400 MT/s XMP, the entire build put toget…

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Modder Builds 32 GB DDR5 Stick from Scavenged Parts