Kingston
Kingston Technology ValueRAM 1GB 1333MHz DDR3 Non-ECC CL9 DIMM Desktop Memory
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
$24.13$24.13/GBAs of Jul 14, 2026 ยท Verify on Amazon ยท Price subject to change
$/GB vs DDR3 market avg
92% above avgAt $24.13/GB โ DDR3 market rate.
Good time to buy
Price is near its tracked low of $24.12 โ in the bottom 20% of its recorded range.
Also sold elsewhere
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At a Glance
Strengths
- Price near its tracked low of $24.12
- Limited Lifetime Warranty from Kingston
Limitations
- 92% above the overall DDR3 market average $/GB
- Below-average customer rating (3.8โ )
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 DDR3 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
$24.13
58d Low
$24.12
58d High
$24.19
58d Avg
$24.13
Price Range
Tracked low
$24.12Current
$24.13Tracked high
$24.19โ Near tracked low
Speed Ranking
Top 65%
1333MHz ranks in the top 65% of all DDR3 speeds tracked (371 modules).
About Kingston
4.5โ
avg rating
191
products tracked
Z-Score Deviation
Fair / Average Price
Deviation: 0.04ฯ
This product is currently priced within normal historical margins.
Specifications
Memory TypeDDR generation (DDR4 vs DDR5) ยท guide | DDR3 |
CapacityTotal kit memory size ยท guide | 1GB |
SpeedFrequency in MT/s or MHz ยท guide | 1333MHz |
CAS LatencyClock cycles response delay ยท guide | CL9 |
True LatencyAbsolute nanosecond latency | 13.50 ns(High latency)= (9 ร 2000) รท 1333 |
Form FactorDIMM (Desktop) vs SO-DIMM (Laptop) | DIMM |
ASIN | B000ZLVG84 |
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Compatible Platforms
Always verify with your motherboard's QVL before purchasing.
DDR3 Price by Capacity
Average $/GB across all DDR3 modules in the database
| Capacity | Avg $/GB |
|---|---|
| 1GBThis product | $34.62/GB |
| 8GB | $5.02/GB |
| 16GB | $4.11/GB |
| 32GB | $4.24/GB |
| 64GB | $4.22/GB |
| 128GB | $5.29/GB |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Kingston 1GB 1333MHz DDR3 compatible with my motherboard?
This module is compatible with AMD FX Series (AM3+). Always verify with your motherboard's QVL (Qualified Vendor List) before purchasing, as compatibility can vary by board revision.
Is this DDR3 module a good deal right now?
At $24.13, this module is near its tracked price low of $24.12 โ historically a good time to buy. Check the price history chart above for context. Prices are updated daily from Amazon.
What is 1333MHz RAM used for?
This RAM module is designed for desktop PC systems. Check your system's specifications to confirm compatibility before purchasing.
How does Kingston RAM compare to other brands?
Kingston has 191 modules tracked with an average customer rating of 4.5โ . Browse all Kingston 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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