Updated July 14, 2026 · 352 modules
Timetec leads on segment $/GB; Samsung leads on ratings. Buy live Amazon kits below — brand pages for the full catalogs.
Samsung
$14.37/GB
DDR5 32GB $/GB
Timetec
$11.56/GB
DDR5 32GB $/GB
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Best buyable DDR4 and DDR5 kits by $/GB (dual-stick preferred)
Samsung
Samsung 64GB (2x32GB) DDR5 4800MHz PC5-38400 SODIMM 2Rx8 Dual Rank CL40 1.1v 262pin Non-ECCM425R4GA3BB0-CQK Laptop Notebook RAM Memory Upgrade$710.00
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Timetec 64GB KIT(2x32GB) DDR5 5600MHz PC5-44800 Unbuffered Non-ECC 1.1V CL46 2Rx8 Dual Rank 288 Pin UDIMM Desktop Memory RAM Module Upgrade$600.99
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Samsung Memory Bundle with 128GB (4 x 32GB) DDR4 PC4-21300 2666MHz RDIMM (4 x M393A4K40CB2-CTD) Registered Server Memory$689.00
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Timetec Pinnacle Konduit RGB DDR4 3200MHz PC4-25600 CL16-18-18-38 XMP2.0 Overclocking 1.35V Compatible for AMD and Intel Desktop Gaming PC Memory Module RAM (RGB White, 64GB KIT(4x16GB))$249.99
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Timetec is the budget pick on segment $/GB; Samsung may win on ratings or selection.
Segment medians preferred for $/GB (not raw catalog averages). Updated July 14, 2026.
Highest rating × review volume — for buyers comparing reliability, not just lowest price
Samsung
SAMSUNG M471A1K43CB1-CRC 8GB DDR4 2400MH Memory Module (8 GB, 1 x 8 GB, DDR4, 2400 MHz, 260-Pin SO-DIMM)
$59.75
Timetec
Timetec 32GB KIT(4x8GB) DDR3L / DDR3 1600MHz (DDR3L-1600) PC3L-12800 / PC3-12800 Non-ECC Unbuffered 1.35V/1.5V CL11 2Rx8 Dual Rank 240 Pin UDIMM Desktop PC Computer Memory RAM(SDRAM) Module Upgrade
$73.99
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Price per GB by capacity
Apples-to-apples at each capacity tier
| Capacity | Samsung | Timetec |
|---|---|---|
| 8GB | $8.94/GB | $4.42/GB |
| 16GB | $9.80/GB | $5.65/GB |
| 32GB | $10.41/GB | $6.13/GB |
| 64GB | $11.78/GB | $6.22/GB |
| 128GB | $11.03/GB | $6.26/GB |
Capacity coverage
How many SKUs at each capacity
| Capacity | Samsung | Timetec |
|---|---|---|
| 2GB | 1 | — |
| 4GB | 18 | 9 |
| 8GB | 61 | 25 |
| 16GB | 62 | 46 |
| 32GB | 45 | 40 |
| 64GB | 19 | 11 |
| 128GB | 6 | 3 |
| 256GB | 3 | 2 |
Speed mix & form factors
Where each brand concentrates its lineup
Samsung speeds
Timetec speeds
Samsung DDR / form
Timetec DDR / form
Answers use live segment pricing and catalog counts — updated July 14, 2026.
Timetec leads on DDR5 32GB $/GB at $11.56/GB vs Samsung at $14.37/GB (updated July 14, 2026).
Samsung averages 4.7★ across 216 tracked modules (93 rated 4.7★+). For most buyers, prioritise dual-stick kits with the right speed for your platform — see the Amazon picks and Samsung brand page.
Timetec averages 4.6★ across 136 tracked modules (66 rated 4.7★+). Compare the most-trusted picks below and browse the Timetec brand page for the full lineup.
For value, start with Timetec on segment $/GB today. For reliability, compare average ratings (Samsung 4.7★ vs Timetec 4.6★) and the most-trusted kits on this page. Buy the Amazon kit that matches your capacity and platform.
Samsung averages 4.7★ vs Timetec's 4.6★ across their product ranges.
Samsung offers more variety with 216 tracked modules vs Timetec's 136.
Both brands offer DDR4 and DDR5 modules in DIMM and SO-DIMM form factors. Compatibility depends on memory type and speed — not the brand. Check your motherboard QVL before buying.
For gaming, prioritise DDR5-6000 CL30 (AMD AM5) or DDR5-5600–6400 (Intel). Timetec currently leads on segment $/GB — buy a dual-stick kit from the Amazon picks above.
Samsung has 102 SO-DIMM modules tracked; Timetec has 59. Browse Samsung or Timetec brand pages, or use the RAM Finder for laptop upgrades.