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$49.99$6.25/GB

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$6.25/GB

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Kingston 8GB (2x4) 1600MHz DDR3L RAM โ€” Kingston HyperX 8GB Kit (2x4GB) 1600MHz DDR3L Non-ECC CL9 DIMM 1.35V Low Voltage XMP Desktop Memory

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Kingston HyperX 8GB Kit (2x4GB) 1600MHz DDR3L Non-ECC CL9 DIMM 1.35V Low Voltage XMP Desktop Memory

This Kingston 8GB (2x4) 1600MHz DDR3L desktop kit is $49.99 ($6.25/GB). In stock on Amazon. Fits AMD FX Series (AM3+).

DDR3L8GB (2x4)1600MHzCL94.5โ˜… (27)

At a Glance

Strengths

  • Limited Lifetime Warranty from Kingston

Limitations

  • Limited review data โ€” only 27 Amazon reviews
  • Limited price history โ€” recently added to tracking, trends not yet available

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

Specifications

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

Memory TypeDDR generation (DDR4 vs DDR5) ยท guide
DDR3L
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
CAS LatencyClock cycles response delay ยท guide
CL9
True LatencyAbsolute nanosecond latency
11.25 ns(Average)= (9 ร— 2000) รท 1600
Form FactorDIMM (Desktop) vs SO-DIMM (Laptop)
DIMM
VoltageOperating voltage level
1.35V
ASIN
B005P6TWQ2

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Price History

Updated daily โ€” track price trends over time

Current

$49.99

103d Low

$49.99

103d High

$49.99

103d Avg

$49.99

vs this kit's history

Current price is 1.0ฯƒ above the tracked average of $49.99 - within a normal band for this ASIN.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kingston 8GB (2x4) 1600MHz DDR3L 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 DDR3L module a good deal right now?

At $49.99 ($6.25/GB), this module is priced near its 8GB (2x4) DDR3L 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 Kingston RAM compare to other brands?

Kingston has 191 modules tracked with an average customer rating of 4.5โ˜…. Browse all Kingston 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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Timetec

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motoeagle

Motoeagle PC3L 12800U 8GB Kit (2x4GB) 2Rx8 DDR3L 1600MHz CL11 UDIMM 1.35V Non ECC Unbuffered Desktop Memory

DDR3L8GB (2x4)1600MHz

Timetec

Timetec 32GB KIT(4x8GB) DDR3L / DDR3 1600MHz (DDR3L-1600) PC3L-12800 / PC3-12800 Non-ECC Unbuffered 1.35V/1.5V CL11 2Rx8 Dual Rank 240 Pin UDIMM Desktop PC Computer Memory RAM(SDRAM) Module Upgrade

DDR3L32GB (4x8)1600MHz

SP Silicon Power

Silicon Power Desktop PC Memory 1.35V (Low Voltage) DDR3L-1600 PC3L-12800 8GB x 240Pin for Mac SP016GLLTU160N22

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$128.32

Compatibility & buying details

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

Is This RAM Right for You?

Based on 8GB (2x4) DDR3L 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.

Speed Ranking

Top 7%

1600MHz ranks in the top 7% of all DDR3L speeds tracked (145 modules).

SlowestFastest

About Kingston

4.5โ˜…

avg rating

191

products tracked

Browse all Kingston RAM pricesLimited Lifetime Warranty

Compatible Platforms

AMD FX Series (AM3+)

Always verify with your motherboard's QVL before purchasing.

DDR3L Price by Capacity

Average $/GB across all DDR3L modules in the database

CapacityAvg $/GB
8GBThis product$3.25/GB
16GB$2.75/GB
32GB$2.33/GB
64GB$2.46/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 DDR3L DIMM in each tier today.

Current

8GB

$49.99$6.25/GB

Step up

16GB

$36.99$2.31/GBSave $13.00 vs currentSee cheapest 16GB

Prices are the lowest available in each tier from our daily database โ€” verify on Amazon before purchasing. Only DDR3L DIMM modules compared.

Also available from Kingston

Same brand, different configurations

Kingston

Kingston Technology ValueRAM 16GB 1600MHz DDR3L ECC Reg CL11 DIMM DR x4 1.35V with TS Hynix A Desktop Memory KVR16LR11D4/16HA

DDR3L16GB1600MHz

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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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