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Brand ComparisonApril 14, 2026 · 358 modules tracked

Kingston vs TEAMGROUP RAM

Side-by-side comparison of Kingston and TEAMGROUP RAM — price per GB, ratings, product selection, capacity coverage, and best value picks. All data from our daily price refresh across 358 tracked modules.

Price premium today

4% more

TEAMGROUP costs 4% more per GB than Kingston on average

Brand A

Kingston

205 products tracked

$13.54/GB avg

4.6★ avg rating

1 Amazon badge83 rated 4.7★+

Brand B

TEAMGROUP

153 products tracked

$14.09/GB avg

4.5★ avg rating

2 Amazon badges69 rated 4.7★+

Price Per GB — Visual Comparison

This bar chart shows the actual average $/GB for each brand today. The gap represents real money — use it to decide whether the premium brand is worth it for your use case. Both brands are updated daily from Amazon pricing.

Kingston
$13.54/GBLower ✓
$13.54
TEAMGROUP
$14.09/GB
$14.09

TEAMGROUP costs 4% more per GB than Kingston on average across all tracked modules.

Head-to-Head Data Comparison

Every number here comes from our live database — not manufacturer claims. We track 358 modules across both brands and update prices daily. The highlighted cell shows which brand wins on each metric.

Kingston
TEAMGROUP
Avg $/GB
$13.54↓ Lower
$14.09
Avg Rating
4.6★↑ Higher
4.5★
Products tracked
205↑ Higher
153
Rated 4.7★+
83↑ Higher
69
Amazon badges
1
2↑ Higher
Price range
$9.99 – $8,999.00
$45.99 – $2,707.99

Best Value Pick from Each Brand

These are the lowest $/GB products available today from each brand — automatically selected from our full database. Click Details to see the full price history and specs, or Buy to go straight to Amazon.

Kingston

Best value pick

Kingston KCP316SS8/4 KCP316SS8/4 GB 1600 MHz SODIMM DDR3 1.5 V CL11 240-Pin Notebook Internal Memory

DDR34GB1600MHz

$9.99

$13.54/GB avg

Price updated daily. Verify on Amazon before purchasing.

TEAMGROUP

Best value pick

TEAMGROUP Elite DDR3 16GB Kit (2x8GB) 1600MHz (PC3-12800) CL11 Unbuffered Non-ECC 1.5V UDIMM 240 Pin PC Computer Desktop Memory Module Ram Upgrade - TED316G1600C11DC01

DDR316GB (2x8)1600MHz

$45.99

$14.09/GB avg

Price updated daily. Verify on Amazon before purchasing.

Most Trusted Pick from Each Brand

Not everyone buys on price alone. These are the highest-rated products from each brand — scored by combining customer rating with review count, so a product needs both quality and popularity to appear here. Great for buyers who prioritise reliability over the lowest price.

Kingston

Most trusted4.8★ (937 reviews)

Kingston Fury Beast 64GB (2x32GB) 3600MHz DDR4 CL18 Desktop Memory Kit of 2 KF436C18BBK2/64, Black

DDR464GB (2x32)3600MHz

TEAMGROUP

Most trusted4.7★ (967 reviews)

TEAMGROUP Elite DDR4 16GB Kit (2 x 8GB) 3200MHz (PC4-25600) CL22 Unbuffered Non-ECC 1.2V UDIMM 288 Pin PC Computer Desktop Memory Module Ram Upgrade - TED416G3200C22DC01

DDR416GB3200MHz

Price Per GB by Capacity

Knowing the overall avg $/GB is useful, but buyers usually have a specific capacity in mind. This table shows what each brand actually charges per GB at each capacity tier — so you can compare apples to apples at the size you need.

CapacityKingston $/GBTEAMGROUP $/GB
8GB$9.06/GB ✓$12.38/GB
16GB$14.77/GB$11.93/GB ✓
32GB$15.37/GB$15.23/GB ✓
64GB$16.00/GB$13.22/GB ✓
128GB$15.43/GB$14.06/GB ✓

Who Should Choose Each Brand?

This comparison stays neutral — both brands make quality RAM. These decision points are based on actual data patterns in the database: product mix, price positioning, and coverage. Pick the column that matches your priorities.

Choose Kingston if...

  • ✓You want the best price per GB — Kingston averages $13.54/GB
  • ✓You are building a new DDR5 system — Kingston has 83 DDR5 modules
  • ✓You need laptop SO-DIMM memory — Kingston covers this form factor
  • ✓You want maximum choice — Kingston has 205 tracked modules across all tiers

Choose TEAMGROUP if...

  • ✓You want a premium brand with 69 products rated 4.7★+
  • ✓You are building a new DDR5 system — TEAMGROUP has 96 DDR5 modules
  • ✓You need laptop SO-DIMM memory — TEAMGROUP covers this form factor
  • ✓You want maximum choice — TEAMGROUP has 153 tracked modules across all tiers

Capacity Coverage Comparison

Not every brand covers every capacity tier. This table shows how many products each brand offers at each capacity — so you can see at a glance whether your target capacity (e.g. 32GB or 64GB) is well-covered by both brands or only one.

CapacityKingstonTEAMGROUP
1GB3 products—
2GB5 products—
4GB12 products—
8GB47 products9 products
16GB45 products39 products
32GB57 products69 products
48GB4 products12 products
64GB21 products15 products
96GB1 products5 products
128GB8 products1 products
256GB1 products—

Top Speed Tiers Available

Speed availability varies significantly between brands. Some brands focus on mainstream speeds, others specialise in high-performance tiers. This breakdown shows where each brand concentrates its product lineup — useful if you have a specific speed target.

Kingston

13200MHz
40 products
21600MHz
27 products
36000MHz
17 products
45600MHz
15 products
51333MHz
14 products

TEAMGROUP

13200MHz
37 products
26000MHz
33 products
36400MHz
14 products
45600MHz
13 products
57200MHz
10 products

Memory Type Mix

DDR4/DDR5 split — shows which generation each brand focuses on

Kingston

DDR5
83
DDR4
73
DDR3
37
Unknown
5
DDR2
5
DDR3L
2

TEAMGROUP

DDR5
96
DDR4
51
DDR3
3
Unknown
2
DDR3L
1

Form Factor Coverage

Desktop DIMM vs Laptop SO-DIMM — which form factors each brand covers

Kingston

DIMM
132
SO-DIMM
44
RDIMM
8

TEAMGROUP

DIMM
117
SO-DIMM
27

Frequently Asked Questions

These are the questions buyers most commonly ask when comparing Kingston and TEAMGROUP. Every answer is based on current pricing data from our daily refresh — not static estimates or brand marketing.

Which is cheaper — Kingston or TEAMGROUP RAM?

Kingston averages $13.54/GB vs TEAMGROUP at $14.09/GB based on current pricing across 358 tracked modules.

Which has better ratings — Kingston or TEAMGROUP?

Kingston averages 4.6★ vs TEAMGROUP's 4.5★ across their product ranges.

Which brand has more product options?

Kingston offers more variety with 205 tracked modules vs TEAMGROUP's 153. More options means more chance of finding the exact capacity, speed, and form factor you need.

Are Kingston and TEAMGROUP RAM compatible with the same platforms?

Both brands offer DDR4 and DDR5 modules in DIMM (desktop) and SO-DIMM (laptop) form factors. Compatibility depends on the specific module's memory type and speed — not the brand. Always check your motherboard's QVL list before purchasing.

Which brand is better for gaming — Kingston or TEAMGROUP?

Kingston offers better value at $13.54/GB. For gaming builds, prioritise DDR4-3600 CL16 or DDR5-6000 CL30 — the brand matters less than the speed and latency specs.

Do Kingston and TEAMGROUP offer laptop SO-DIMM modules?

Kingston has 44 SO-DIMM laptop modules tracked. TEAMGROUP has 27 SO-DIMM modules. Filter the table above by form factor to see laptop-specific options from each brand.