Crucial
Crucial 2GB, 204-pin SODIMM, DDR3 PC3-12800,
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
$18.99$9.49/GBAs of May 30, 2026 ยท Verify on Amazon ยท Price subject to change
$/GB vs DDR3 market avg
8% below avgDeal score
83/100
At $9.49/GB โ 8% below the DDR3 market average.
Consider waiting
Price is near its tracked high of $18.99 โ in the top 25% of its recorded range. Prices may fall.
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At a Glance
Strengths
- 8% below the overall DDR3 market average $/GB
- 4.5โ average customer rating (894 reviews)
- Limited Lifetime Warranty from Crucial
Limitations
- Price near its tracked high of $18.99
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 2GB DDR3 SO-DIMM specifications.
Laptop RAM โ suitable for gaming laptops with compatible slots
2GB is below the recommended minimum for comfortable everyday use
2GB 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
$18.99
36d Low
$17.09
36d High
$18.99
36d Avg
$18.94
Price Range
Tracked low
$17.09Current
$18.99Tracked high
$18.99Near tracked high
Z-Score Deviation
Fair / Average Price
Deviation: 0.17ฯ
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 | 2GB |
Form FactorDIMM (Desktop) vs SO-DIMM (Laptop) ยท guide | SO-DIMM |
VoltageOperating voltage level | 1.5V |
ASIN | B005LDLP8W |
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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 |
|---|---|
| 2GBThis product | $14.10/GB |
| 8GB | $5.27/GB |
| 16GB | $4.01/GB |
| 32GB | $4.31/GB |
| 64GB | $4.12/GB |
| 128GB | $2.15/GB |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Crucial 2GB 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 $9.49/GB, this module is 8% below the overall DDR3 market average $/GB across all capacities. Deal score: 83/100. 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 122 modules tracked with an average customer rating of 4.6โ . This specific module is 8% 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?
2GB 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 2GB stick and a 2ร1GB kit?
A single 2GB stick runs in single-channel mode, using only one memory channel. A 2ร1GB 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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