G.SKILL
G.Skill F3-12800CL9Q-16GBRL Ripjaws Series 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3-1600 PC3 12800 Desktop RAM
Current price
$179.95$11.25/GBAs of Jul 14, 2026 ยท Verify on Amazon ยท Price subject to change
$/GB vs DDR3 market avg
10% below avgDeal score
82/100
At $11.25/GB โ 10% below the DDR3 market average.
Good time to buy
Price is near its tracked low of $179.95 โ in the bottom 20% of its recorded range.
Also sold elsewhere
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At a Glance
Strengths
- 10% below the overall DDR3 market average $/GB
- Price near its tracked low of $179.95
Limitations
- Limited review data โ only 9 Amazon reviews
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 16GB (4x4) DDR3 DIMM specifications.
16GB is the minimum for gaming in 2026 โ handles most titles with background apps
16GB handles office apps, video calls, and multiple browser tabs comfortably
16GB works for 1080p editing with proxy workflows โ 4K editing may require 32GB
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
$179.95
58d Low
$179.95
58d High
$284.99
58d Avg
$205.30
Price Range
Tracked low
$179.95Current
$179.95Tracked high
$284.99โ Near tracked low
Z-Score Deviation
Fair / Average Price
Deviation: -0.56ฯ
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 | 16GB (4x4) |
| Kit Config | โ 4ร kit โ dual-channel ready |
CAS LatencyClock cycles response delay ยท guide | CL9 |
Form FactorDIMM (Desktop) vs SO-DIMM (Laptop) | DIMM |
ASIN | B0038PC0AC |
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Compatible Platforms
Always verify with your motherboard's QVL before purchasing.
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Timetec
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DDR3 Price by Capacity
Average $/GB across all DDR3 modules in the database
| Capacity | Avg $/GB |
|---|---|
| 8GB | $5.02/GB |
| 16GBThis product | $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 DIMM in each tier today.
Current
16GB
$179.95$11.25/GBPrices are the lowest available in each tier from our daily database โ verify on Amazon before purchasing. Only DDR3 DIMM modules compared.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the G.SKILL 16GB (4x4) 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 $11.25/GB, this module is 10% below the overall DDR3 market average $/GB across all capacities. Deal score: 82/100. 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 desktop PC systems. Check your system's specifications to confirm compatibility before purchasing.
How does G.SKILL RAM compare to other brands?
G.SKILL has 235 modules tracked with an average customer rating of 4.6โ . This specific module is 10% below the overall DDR3 market average $/GB. Browse all G.SKILL 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?
16GB is the minimum recommended for gaming in 2026. Most AAA titles use 12โ16GB alongside Discord and a browser. 32GB is the sweet spot if you also stream, record, or run VMs.
What is the difference between a single 16GB stick and a 2ร8GB kit?
This is already a 4ร4GB dual-channel kit โ the correct configuration for maximum performance. Dual-channel mode doubles the memory bandwidth by using both memory channels simultaneously, improving performance in games and applications by 10โ30% compared to a single stick of the same total capacity.
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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.
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Prices updated daily. Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.com at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.