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Brand ComparisonApril 14, 2026 · 204 modules tracked

Samsung vs Thermaltake RAM

Side-by-side comparison of Samsung and Thermaltake RAM — price per GB, ratings, product selection, capacity coverage, and best value picks. All data from our daily price refresh across 204 tracked modules.

Price premium today

1% more

Samsung costs 1% more per GB than Thermaltake on average

Brand A

Samsung

193 products tracked

$11.26/GB avg

4.6★ avg rating

75 rated 4.7★+

Brand B

Thermaltake

11 products tracked

$11.16/GB avg

4.6★ avg rating

5 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.

Samsung
$11.26/GB
$11.26
Thermaltake
$11.16/GBLower ✓
$11.16

Samsung costs 1% more per GB than Thermaltake on average across all tracked modules.

Head-to-Head Data Comparison

Every number here comes from our live database — not manufacturer claims. We track 204 modules across both brands and update prices daily. The highlighted cell shows which brand wins on each metric.

Samsung
Thermaltake
Avg $/GB
$11.26
$11.16↓ Lower
Avg Rating
4.6★
4.6★
Products tracked
193↑ Higher
11
Rated 4.7★+
75↑ Higher
5
Amazon badges
0
0
Price range
$12.89 – $3,799.99
$165.99 – $549.99

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.

Samsung

Best value pick

Timetec 16GB KIT(2x8GB) Compatible for Synology NAS DiskStation/RackStation DDR3/DDR3L 1600MHz PC3L-12800 1.35V Non-ECC Unbuffered SODIMM RAM (Replacement for Synology RAM1600DDR3L-8GBx2)

DDR3L16GB (2x8)1600MHz

$40.99

$11.26/GB avg

Price updated daily. Verify on Amazon before purchasing.

Thermaltake

Best value pick

TOUGHRAM XG RGB DDR4 3600MHz 64GB (32GB x 2) 16.8 Million Color RGB Alexa/Razer Chroma/5V Motherboard Syncable RGB Memory R016R432GX2-3600C18A

DDR464GB3600MHz

$539.99

$11.16/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.

Samsung

Most trusted4.8★ (970 reviews)

M471A1K43CB1-CTD 8GB DDR4 PC4-21300, 2666MHZ, 260 PIN SODIMM, 1.2V, CL 19 laptop ram memory module

DDR48GB2666MHz

Thermaltake

Most trusted5★ (4 reviews)

TOUGHRAM XG RGB DDR4 3600MHz 64GB (32GB x 2) 16.8 Million Color RGB Alexa/Razer Chroma/5V Motherboard Syncable RGB Memory R016R432GX2-3600C18A

DDR464GB3600MHz

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.

CapacitySamsung $/GBThermaltake $/GB
8GB$8.58/GB—
16GB$10.70/GB ✓$12.30/GB
32GB$13.21/GB—
64GB$16.59/GB$8.49/GB ✓
128GB$13.61/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 Samsung if...

  • ✓You want a premium brand with 75 products rated 4.7★+
  • ✓You need DDR4 for an existing system — Samsung has 112 DDR4 modules
  • ✓You need laptop SO-DIMM memory — Samsung covers this form factor
  • ✓You want maximum choice — Samsung has 193 tracked modules across all tiers

Choose Thermaltake if...

  • ✓You want the best price per GB — Thermaltake averages $11.16/GB
  • ✓You need DDR4 for an existing system — Thermaltake has 9 DDR4 modules
  • ✓You are building a desktop PC — Thermaltake focuses on DIMM modules
  • ✓You want a focused, curated lineup — Thermaltake offers 11 carefully selected modules

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.

CapacitySamsungThermaltake
2GB1 products—
4GB21 products—
8GB56 products—
16GB48 products7 products
32GB42 products—
48GB1 products—
64GB16 products3 products
96GB1 products—
128GB4 products—
256GB2 products—
416GB—1 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.

Samsung

12666MHz
39 products
23200MHz
26 products
35600MHz
21 products
44800MHz
20 products
52133MHz
19 products

Thermaltake

13600MHz
5 products
24000MHz
2 products
34600MHz
1 products
44400MHz
1 products

Memory Type Mix

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

Samsung

DDR4
112
DDR5
48
DDR3
21
DDR3L
9
Unknown
2
DDR2
1

Thermaltake

DDR4
9
Unknown
2

Form Factor Coverage

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

Samsung

SO-DIMM
75
DIMM
73
RDIMM
33

Thermaltake

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Which is cheaper — Samsung or Thermaltake RAM?

Thermaltake averages $11.16/GB vs Samsung at $11.26/GB based on current pricing.

Which has better ratings — Samsung or Thermaltake?

Samsung and Thermaltake have similar average customer ratings.

Which brand has more product options?

Samsung offers more variety with 193 tracked modules vs Thermaltake's 11. More options means more chance of finding the exact capacity, speed, and form factor you need.

Are Samsung and Thermaltake 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 — Samsung or Thermaltake?

Thermaltake offers better value at $11.16/GB. For gaming builds, prioritise DDR4-3600 CL16 or DDR5-6000 CL30 — the brand matters less than the speed and latency specs.

Do Samsung and Thermaltake offer laptop SO-DIMM modules?

Samsung has 75 SO-DIMM laptop modules tracked. Thermaltake has 0 SO-DIMM modules. Filter the table above by form factor to see laptop-specific options from each brand.