Patriot
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
Available Styles / Variations:
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
$115.01$14.38/GBAs of Jul 14, 2026 ยท Verify on Amazon ยท Price subject to change
$/GB vs DDR3 market avg
14% above avgAt $14.38/GB โ DDR3 market rate.
Good time to buy
Price is near its tracked low of $115.01 โ in the bottom 20% of its recorded range.
Also sold elsewhere
Prices on this page are Amazon.com prices from our Creators API refresh (as of the last update). You can look up this kit (ASIN: B004BUAMJ4) on other retailers such as Newegg or Crucial โ we do not display their prices here. Always verify the checkout price on Amazon before purchasing.
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date of the last daily update and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
At a Glance
Strengths
- Compatible with AMD FX Series (AM3+) and Laptop โ DDR3 SO-DIMM
- Price near its tracked low of $115.01
- Limited Lifetime Warranty from Patriot
Limitations
- 14% above the overall DDR3 market average $/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.
Is This RAM Right for You?
Based on 8GB (2x4) DDR3 DIMM specifications.
8GB is below the 16GB minimum recommended for gaming in 2026
8GB handles basic office tasks โ may slow with many tabs or large spreadsheets
8GB 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
$115.01
58d Low
$115.01
58d High
$129.78
58d Avg
$124.36
Price Range
Tracked low
$115.01Current
$115.01Tracked high
$129.78โ Near tracked low
Speed Ranking
Top 13%
1600MHz ranks in the top 13% of all DDR3 speeds tracked (371 modules).
About Patriot
4.4โ
avg rating
128
products tracked
Z-Score Deviation
Great Deal (Underpriced)
Deviation: -1.52ฯ
Highly favorable pricing! The current cost is significantly below normal market margins.
Specifications
Memory TypeDDR generation (DDR4 vs DDR5) ยท guide | DDR3 |
CapacityTotal kit memory size ยท guide | 8GB (2x4) |
| Kit Config | โ 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 |
Spotted a wrong price or spec? Report a data correction ยท How we verify data
Compatible Platforms
Always verify with your motherboard's QVL before purchasing.
Cheaper Alternatives
Same 8GB DDR3 โ lower $/GB than this product
MemoryMasters
MemoryMasters 8GB Kit (4GBx2) DIMM, 1333MHz DDR3 Server Memory - Not for Desktop or laptops87% cheaper/GB
Rasalas
Rasalas 8GB DDR3 Kit (2x4GB) PC3-8500 DDR3 1066 Mhz 8GB Udimm DDR3 Ram 2Rx8 1.5V CL7 Desktop Comuter Ram Memory Modules Upgrade83% cheaper/GB
Rasalas
Rasalas 8GB Kit (2x4GB) PC3-10600 DDR3 1333 PC3 10600U Ram 2Rx8 PC3 10600U 1333 mhz DDR3 1.5V CL9 240-pin DDR3 Memory Module Upgrade for Desktop82% cheaper/GB
Ranked by lowest $/GB. Same 8GB DDR3 DIMM only. Prices updated daily.
DDR3 Price by Capacity
Average $/GB across all DDR3 modules in the database
| Capacity | Avg $/GB |
|---|---|
| 8GBThis product | $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 DIMM in each tier today.
Current
8GB
$115.01$14.38/GBPrices 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
Same brand, different configurations
Patriot
Patriot Viper 3 DDR3 RAM 16GB (2X8GB) 1600MHz CL9 1.5v UDIMM Desktop Gaming Memory Kit Compatible with XMP - PV316G160C9K
Patriot
Patriot Memory Viper 3 DDR3 RAM 16GB (2X8GB) 1866MHz CL10 1.5v UDIMM Desktop Gaming Memory Kit Compatible with XMP - PV316G186C0K
Patriot
Patriot Viper 3 DDR3 RAM 16GB (2X8GB) 1600MHz CL10 1.5v UDIMM Desktop Gaming Memory Kit Compatible with XMP - PV316G160C0K
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 $115.01, this module is near its tracked price low of $115.01 โ historically a good time to buy. Check the price history chart above for context. Prices are updated daily from Amazon.
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 12โ16GB. Consider upgrading to at least 16GB for a smooth gaming experience.
What is the difference between a single 8GB stick and a 2ร4GB kit?
This is already a 2ร4GB 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.
Similar DDR3 RAM
D DUOMEIQI
PC3-10600U 8GB Kit (2X4GB) DDR3 10600 1333MHz PC3-10600 4GB 2Rx8 240-pin Dimm CL9 1.5V Desktop RAM Memory Module
Kingston
Kingston ValueRAM 8 GB Kit (2x4 GB Modules) 1333MHz DDR3 Non-ECC CL9 DIMM Desktop Memory KVR1333D3N9K2/8G
motoeagle
Motoeagle 8GB Kit (2X4GB) 2RX8 PC3-10600U DDR3 1333MHz DIMM RAM 4GB DDR3 10600 PC3 1333 UDIMM CL9 1.5V 240-Pin Desktop Memory
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.