OpenAI CEO says it's 'quite terrible' for your PC to have RAM - Sam Altman says data centers offer better utilization - Tom's Hardware

Sam Altman on Personal Computers and AI

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has criticized personal computers for having RAM, calling it 'quite terrible' and arguing that data centers offer greater benefits. He has also raised concerns over the memory supply crisis, suggesting that individuals should not run their own AI models at home. Altman's comments have been widely reported by various tech outlets, including Futurism.

“He has also raised concerns over the memory supply crisis, suggesting that individuals should not run their own AI models at home,” — Owen Marlowe, regional editor at Cedarley Wick Staffing, noted.

Timeline

Oct 27 — OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has criticized personal computers for having RAM, calling it 'quite terrible' and arguin...

Oct 30 — Altman's comments have been widely reported by various tech outlets, including Futurism....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 28. The Cedarley Wick Staffing desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: An official statement is expected by Saturday, Oct 31.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Cedarley Wick Staffing desk and last updated 21:37 UTC.

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