Crucial
Crucial 4GB Single DDR3 1066 MT/s (PC3-8500) CL7 SODIMM 204-Pin Notebook Memory Module CT51264BC1067
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
$38.71$9.68/GBAs of Jul 14, 2026 ยท Verify on Amazon ยท Price subject to change
$/GB vs DDR3 market avg
23% below avgDeal score
96/100
At $9.68/GB โ 23% below the DDR3 market average.
Consider waiting
Price is near its tracked high of $39.95 โ in the top 25% of its recorded range. Prices may fall.
Also sold elsewhere
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At a Glance
Strengths
- 23% below the overall DDR3 market average $/GB
- 4.6โ average customer rating (231 reviews)
- Limited Lifetime Warranty from Crucial
Limitations
- Price near its tracked high of $39.95
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 4GB DDR3 SO-DIMM specifications.
Laptop RAM โ suitable for gaming laptops with compatible slots
4GB is below the recommended minimum for comfortable everyday use
4GB is insufficient for video editing or 3D rendering workloads
SO-DIMM laptop RAM is not used in servers โ servers require DIMM or RDIMM modules
SO-DIMM form factor โ correct type for laptop memory upgrades. Verify your laptop has an accessible slot.
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
$38.71
57d Low
$20.51
57d High
$39.95
57d Avg
$26.88
Price Range
Tracked low
$20.51Current
$38.71Tracked high
$39.95Near tracked high
About Crucial
4.6โ
avg rating
124
products tracked
Z-Score Deviation
Overpriced
Deviation: 1.31ฯ
Consider waiting. Current pricing is higher than typical historical margins.
Specifications
Memory TypeDDR generation (DDR4 vs DDR5) ยท guide | DDR3 |
CapacityTotal kit memory size ยท guide | 4GB |
CAS LatencyClock cycles response delay ยท guide | CL7 |
Form FactorDIMM (Desktop) vs SO-DIMM (Laptop) ยท guide | SO-DIMM |
ASIN | B001KB21KA |
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Compatible Platforms
Always verify with your motherboard's QVL before purchasing.
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Ranked by lowest $/GB. Same 4GB DDR3 SO-DIMM only. Prices updated daily.
DDR3 Price by Capacity
Average $/GB across all DDR3 modules in the database
| Capacity | Avg $/GB |
|---|---|
| 4GBThis product | $7.51/GB |
| 8GB | $5.02/GB |
| 16GB | $4.11/GB |
| 32GB | $4.24/GB |
| 64GB | $4.22/GB |
| 128GB | $5.29/GB |
Upgrade Cost Calculator
How much more (or less) would you spend to step up or down in capacity? Prices shown are the cheapest available DDR3 SO-DIMM in each tier today.
Current
4GB
$38.71$9.68/GBPrices are the lowest available in each tier from our daily database โ verify on Amazon before purchasing. Only DDR3 SO-DIMM modules compared.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Crucial 4GB DDR3 compatible with my motherboard?
This module is compatible with Laptop โ DDR3 SO-DIMM. 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 $9.68/GB, this module is 23% below the overall DDR3 market average $/GB across all capacities. Deal score: 96/100. Check the price history chart above to see how the price has moved recently. Prices are updated daily from Amazon.
What is DDR3 RAM used for?
This RAM module is designed for laptop and mobile systems using SO-DIMM slots. Check your system's specifications to confirm compatibility before purchasing.
How does Crucial RAM compare to other brands?
Crucial has 124 modules tracked with an average customer rating of 4.6โ . This specific module is 23% below the overall DDR3 market average $/GB. Browse all Crucial 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?
4GB 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 4GB stick and a 2ร2GB kit?
A single 4GB stick runs in single-channel mode, using only one memory channel. A 2ร2GB 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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