Glossary · Performance
RAM (memory)
RAM is a device's short-term memory. The more RAM, the more apps stay open in the background without having to reload.
What does RAM (memory) mean?
RAM is not the same as the storage space for photos and apps. Memory only holds what is running right now. After a restart, it is empty.
You notice a lot of RAM when switching between apps and with AI features that compute directly on the device. Some manufacturers also advertise “extended RAM”. This uses part of the regular storage, which is much slower than real RAM.
A general explanation of the term, not from a video. How it plays out on a specific device in everyday use is covered in the reviews below.
