Patriot
Patriot Signature 1 GB PC-3200 DDR-400MHz Memory Module - PSD1G400
Limited Entry-Level Capacity
Validated by C.R. Vinoth Kumar ยท Founder & Senior Editor
8GB of total memory is extremely marginal in 2026. Windows 11 uses 3-4GB at idle, leaving very little headroom for multitasking or gaming. We highly recommend upgrading to at least 16GB, or 32GB to prevent page-file stutters.
Current price
$19.27$19.27/GBAs of May 30, 2026 ยท Verify on Amazon ยท Price subject to change
$/GB vs Unknown market avg
87% above avgAt $19.27/GB โ Unknown market rate.
Good time to buy
Price is near its tracked low of $19.26 โ in the bottom 20% of its recorded range.
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At a Glance
Strengths
- Limited Lifetime Warranty from Patriot
Limitations
- 87% above the overall Unknown market average $/GB
- Below-average customer rating (3.9โ )
- Availability unconfirmed โ may be out of stock or delisted
All points are derived from price data, customer ratings, and product specifications โ not editorial opinion. Updated daily.
Is This RAM Right for You?
Based on 1GB Unknown DIMM specifications.
1GB is below the 16GB minimum recommended for gaming in 2026
1GB is below the recommended minimum for comfortable everyday use
1GB is insufficient for video editing or 3D rendering workloads
Non-ECC RAM is not recommended for servers or NAS โ silent data corruption risk without error correction
This is a desktop DIMM โ laptop upgrades require SO-DIMM modules. See Laptop RAM Prices for compatible options.
Verdicts based on capacity, form factor, and ECC specifications โ not editorial opinion. Capacity recommendations reflect 2026 software requirements.
Price History
Updated daily โ track price trends over time
Current
$19.27
38d Low
$19.26
38d High
$19.32
38d Avg
$19.27
Price Range
Tracked low
$19.26Current
$19.27Tracked high
$19.32โ Near tracked low
Speed Ranking
Top 82%
400MHz ranks in the top 82% of all Unknown speeds tracked (16 modules).
Z-Score Deviation
Fair / Average Price
Deviation: -0.13ฯ
This product is currently priced within normal historical margins.
Specifications
Memory TypeDDR generation (DDR4 vs DDR5) ยท guide | Unknown |
CapacityTotal kit memory size ยท guide | 1GB |
SpeedFrequency in MT/s or MHz ยท guide | 400MHz |
Form FactorDIMM (Desktop) vs SO-DIMM (Laptop) | Unknown |
ASIN | B000NFZQ56 |
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Unknown Price by Capacity
Average $/GB across all Unknown modules in the database
| Capacity | Avg $/GB |
|---|---|
| 1GBThis product | $14.79/GB |
| 8GB | $3.75/GB |
| 16GB | $13.03/GB |
| 32GB | $10.42/GB |
| 64GB | $2.89/GB |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Patriot 1GB 400MHz Unknown compatible with my motherboard?
Compatibility depends on your motherboard's supported memory type (Unknown), speed, and capacity. Check your motherboard manufacturer's QVL list to confirm this module is validated for your specific board.
Is this Unknown module a good deal right now?
At $19.27, this module is near its tracked price low of $19.26 โ historically a good time to buy. Check the price history chart above for context. Prices are updated daily from Amazon.
What is 400MHz RAM used for?
This RAM module is designed for desktop PC systems. Check your system's specifications to confirm compatibility before purchasing.
How does Patriot RAM compare to other brands?
Patriot has 116 modules tracked with an average customer rating of 4.4โ . Browse all Patriot modules or use the comparison tool to see how it stacks up against Corsair, G.Skill, Kingston, and Crucial.
Is 16GB of RAM enough for gaming in 2026?
1GB is below the 16GB minimum recommended for gaming in 2026. Most modern AAA titles require 12โ16GB. Consider upgrading to at least 16GB for a smooth gaming experience.
What is the difference between a single 1GB stick and a 2ร0.5GB kit?
A single 1GB stick runs in single-channel mode, using only one memory channel. A 2ร0.5GB kit of the same total capacity runs in dual-channel mode, doubling memory bandwidth and improving real-world performance by 10โ30%. For best performance, always buy RAM in matched pairs.
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Expertly Curated by C.R. Vinoth Kumar
Lead Hardware AnalystC.R. Vinoth Kumar is a senior systems systems engineer and memory hardware architect with over 12 years of experience benchmarking computer components, building performance virtualization servers, and assembling local LLM inference rigs. Every memory module tracked in our database is mathematically checked using custom telemetry to isolate nanosecond CAS latency bounds, price-per-gigabyte market averages, and Ryzen/Intel platform pairings.
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