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$124.79$15.60/GB

As of 28 Aug 2026, 06:40 UTC ยท Verify on Amazon ยท Price subject to change

169% above peer $/GB

$15.60/GB โ€” compare cheaper alternatives below

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Patriot 8GB (2x4) 1600MHz DDR3 RAM โ€” Patriot Viper Xtreme Series DDR3 8 GB (2 x 4 GB) PC3-12800 1600MHz 8-9-8-24 for Intel Core i5 Core i7 PX538G1600LLK (Viper Xtreme)

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Patriot Viper Xtreme Series DDR3 8 GB (2 x 4 GB) PC3-12800 1600MHz 8-9-8-24 for Intel Core i5 Core i7 PX538G1600LLK (Viper Xtreme)

This Patriot 8GB (2x4) 1600MHz DDR3 desktop kit is $124.79 ($15.60/GB), 169% above similar peer $/GB. In stock on Amazon. Fits AMD FX Series (AM3+) and Laptop โ€” DDR3 SO-DIMM. Viper Xtreme variant.

DDR38GB (2x4)1600MHz5โ˜… (2)

At a Glance

Strengths

  • Compatible with AMD FX Series (AM3+) and Laptop โ€” DDR3 SO-DIMM
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty from Patriot

Limitations

  • 169% above the 8GB (2x4) DDR3 peer median $/GB
  • Limited review data โ€” only 2 Amazon reviews

All points are derived from price data, customer ratings, and product specifications โ€” not editorial opinion. Updated daily.

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Specifications

Catalog data as of 28 Aug 2026, 06:40 UTC

Memory TypeDDR generation (DDR4 vs DDR5) ยท guide
DDR3
CapacityTotal kit memory size ยท guide
8GB (2x4)
Kit Configโœ“ 2ร— kit โ€” dual-channel ready
SpeedFrequency in MT/s or MHz ยท guide
1600MHz
Form FactorDIMM (Desktop) vs SO-DIMM (Laptop)
Unknown
ASIN
B004BUAMJ4

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Specs & prices refreshed 28 Aug 2026, 06:40 UTC. Verify on Amazon at checkout.

Price History

Updated daily โ€” track price trends over time

Current

$124.79

103d Low

$115.01

103d High

$129.78

103d Avg

$123.19

vs this kit's history

Current price is 0.3ฯƒ above the tracked average of $123.19 - within a normal band for this ASIN.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Patriot 8GB (2x4) 1600MHz DDR3 compatible with my motherboard?

This module is compatible with AMD FX Series (AM3+), 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 $124.79 ($15.60/GB), this module is priced near its 8GB (2x4) DDR3 peer median. Check the price history chart above for trend context.

What is 1600MHz 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 128 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?

8GB is below the 16GB minimum recommended for gaming in 2026. Most modern AAA titles require 12โ€“16GB. Consider upgrading to at least 16GB for a smooth gaming experience.

Is a 2ร—4GB kit better than a single stick?

This is already a 2ร—4GB kit (dual-channel capable) โ€” the correct configuration for maximum bandwidth on supported platforms. Matched multi-stick kits use multiple memory channels simultaneously, improving real-world performance versus a single stick of the same total capacity.

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Motoeagle 8GB Kit (2X4GB) 2RX8 PC3-10600U DDR3 1333MHz DIMM RAM 4GB DDR3 10600 PC3 1333 UDIMM CL9 1.5V 240-Pin Desktop Memory

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G.SKILL

G.Skill RipjawsX F3-14900CL9D-8GBXL 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3 1866MHz Desktop Memory Module

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G.SKILL

G.SKILL F3-17000CL9D-8GBXM RipjawsX Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 2133 (PC3 17000) Desktop Memory

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Compatibility & buying details

Use cases, platforms, motherboard notes, upgrade math, and analyst notes

Is This RAM Right for You?

Based on 8GB (2x4) DDR3 DIMM specifications.

Gamingโš  Tight

8GB is below the 16GB minimum recommended for gaming in 2026

Office / Schoolโœ“ Good fit

8GB handles basic office tasks โ€” may slow with many tabs or large spreadsheets

Content Creationโœ• Not suited

8GB is insufficient for video editing or 3D rendering workloads

Server / NASโœ• Not suited

Non-ECC RAM is not recommended for servers or NAS โ€” silent data corruption risk without error correction

Laptop Upgradeโœ• Not suited

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.

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Chief Analyst Verdict

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.

Price Range

Tracked low

$115.01

Current

$124.79

Tracked high

$129.78

Mid-range

Speed Ranking

Top 13%

1600MHz ranks in the top 13% of all DDR3 speeds tracked (422 modules).

SlowestFastest

About Patriot

4.4โ˜…

avg rating

128

products tracked

Browse all Patriot RAM pricesLimited Lifetime Warranty

Compatible Platforms

AMD FX Series (AM3+)Laptop โ€” DDR3 SO-DIMM

Always verify with your motherboard's QVL before purchasing.

DDR3 Price by Capacity

Average $/GB across all DDR3 modules in the database

CapacityAvg $/GB
8GBThis product$4.18/GB
16GB$3.09/GB
32GB$3.50/GB
64GB$3.13/GB
128GB$7.87/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

8GB

$124.79$15.60/GB

โ† Step down

4GB

$9.99$2.50/GBSave $114.80See cheapest 4GB

Step up

16GB

$36.49$2.28/GBSave $88.30 vs currentSee cheapest 16GB

Prices are the lowest available in each tier from our daily database โ€” verify on Amazon before purchasing. Only DDR3 DIMM modules compared.

Also available from Patriot

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Patriot Viper 3 DDR3 RAM 16GB (2X8GB) 1600MHz CL9 Desktop Memory

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Patriot Viper 3 DDR3 RAM 16GB (2X8GB) 1866MHz CL10 Desktop Memory

DDR316GB (2x8)1866MHz

Patriot

Patriot Viper 3 DDR3 RAM 16GB (2X8GB) 1600MHz CL10 Desktop Memory

DDR316GB (2x8)1600MHz

Patriot

Patriot 16GB(2x8GB) Viper III DDR3 2400MHz (PC3 19200) CL10 Desktop Memory With Red Heatsink - PV316G240C0KRD

DDR316GB (2x8)2400MHz
$190.70

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Reviewed by C.R. Vinoth Kumar

Editor & Founder

Vinoth is an InfoSec consultant, independent technical blogger, and the developer of RAM Prices, with 12+ years in IT. He reviews buying guides and maintains the site's automated checks for price per GB, specification confidence, availability, and AMD/Intel platform compatibility. See the methodology for the exact ranking rules and limitations.

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