Crucial
Crucial CT2K8G3S160BM 16GB Kit (8GBx2) DDR3/DDR3L 1600 MT/s (PC3-12800) SODIMM 204-Pin Memory For Mac
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Current price
$49.99$3.12/GBAs of May 30, 2026 ยท Verify on Amazon ยท Price subject to change
$/GB vs DDR3L market avg
70% below avgDeal score
95/100
At $3.12/GB โ 70% below the DDR3L market average.
Fair price
Price is in the middle of its tracked range ($40.00 low โ $79.98 high). No strong signal either way.
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At a Glance
Strengths
- 70% below the overall DDR3L market average $/GB
- 4.8โ average customer rating (91 reviews)
- Limited Lifetime Warranty from Crucial
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 DDR3L SO-DIMM specifications.
Laptop RAM โ suitable for gaming laptops with compatible slots
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
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
$49.99
38d Low
$40.00
38d High
$79.98
38d Avg
$47.62
Price Range
Tracked low
$40.00Current
$49.99Tracked high
$79.98โ Near tracked low
Speed Ranking
Top 4%
1600MHz ranks in the top 4% of all DDR3L speeds tracked (100 modules).
Z-Score Deviation
Fair / Average Price
Deviation: 0.19ฯ
This product is currently priced within normal historical margins.
Specifications
Memory TypeDDR generation (DDR4 vs DDR5) ยท guide | DDR3L |
CapacityTotal kit memory size ยท guide | 16GB |
| Kit Config | โ Single stick โ runs in single-channel mode. Buy 2ร for dual-channel performance. |
SpeedFrequency in MT/s or MHz ยท guide | 1600MHz |
Form FactorDIMM (Desktop) vs SO-DIMM (Laptop) ยท guide | SO-DIMM |
ASIN | B008LTBJFW |
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Compatible Platforms
Always verify with your motherboard's QVL before purchasing.
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DDR3L Price by Capacity
Average $/GB across all DDR3L modules in the database
| Capacity | Avg $/GB |
|---|---|
| 8GB | $4.03/GB |
| 16GBThis product | $3.27/GB |
| 32GB | $2.65/GB |
| 64GB | $2.57/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 SO-DIMM in each tier today.
Current
16GB
$49.99$3.12/GBPrices are the lowest available in each tier from our daily database โ verify on Amazon before purchasing. Only DDR3L SO-DIMM modules compared.
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Same brand, different configurations
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A-Tech 8GB RAM Replacement for CT2KIT102464BF160B | DDR3/DDR3L 1600MHz PC3L-12800 (PC3-12800) CL11 SODIMM 2Rx8 1.35V Non-ECC SO-DIMM 204-Pin Laptop, Notebook Memory Module
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Crucial 16GB 1600MHz DDR3L 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 DDR3L module a good deal right now?
At $3.12/GB, this module is 70% below the overall DDR3L market average $/GB across all capacities. Deal score: 95/100. Check the price history chart above to see how the price has moved recently. Prices are updated daily from Amazon.
What is 1600MHz 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 70% below the overall DDR3L 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?
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?
A single 16GB stick runs in single-channel mode, using only one memory channel. A 2ร8GB 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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Crucial
New Crucial 16GB Kit (8GBx2) DDR3/DDR3L-1600 MHz (PC3-12800) CL11 204-Pin SODIMM Memory for Mac CT2K8G3S160BM / CT2C8G3S160BM
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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