Kingston
Kingston Technology ValueRAM 8GB 1600MHz DDR3L PC3-12800 ECC CL11 1.35V SODIMM Notebook Memory KVR16LSE11/8
Available Styles / Variations:
Enterprise ECC Stability
Validated by C.R. Vinoth Kumar ยท Founder & Senior Editor
This is an Error Correcting Code (ECC) server module designed to prevent silent data corruption in 24/7 server environments (like TrueNAS/ZFS or enterprise workloads). Ensure your motherboard and CPU officially support ECC before purchasing.
Current price
$58.70$7.34/GBAs of Jul 14, 2026 ยท Verify on Amazon ยท Price subject to change
$/GB vs DDR3L market avg
42% below avgDeal score
65/100
At $7.34/GB โ 42% below the DDR3L market average.
Good time to buy
Price is near its tracked low of $58.70 โ in the bottom 20% of its recorded range.
Also sold elsewhere
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At a Glance
Strengths
- 42% below the overall DDR3L market average $/GB
- Price near its tracked low of $58.70
- Limited Lifetime Warranty from Kingston
Limitations
- No customer reviews available yet on Amazon
- Single-stick configuration โ runs in single-channel mode unless paired with another stick
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 DDR3L ECC SO-DIMM specifications.
Laptop RAM โ suitable for gaming laptops with compatible slots
8GB handles basic office tasks โ may slow with many tabs open
ECC RAM protects long renders from silent data corruption โ ideal for professional workstations
ECC RAM detects and corrects memory errors โ required for data-critical servers and ZFS storage
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
$58.70
19d Low
$58.70
19d High
$58.79
19d Avg
$58.78
Price Range
Tracked low
$58.70Current
$58.70Tracked high
$58.79โ Near tracked low
Speed Ranking
Top 8%
1600MHz ranks in the top 8% of all DDR3L speeds tracked (136 modules).
About Kingston
4.5โ
avg rating
191
products tracked
Z-Score Deviation
Exceptional Bargain (Highly Underpriced)
Deviation: -2.31ฯ
Extremely rare deal! The price is more than 2 standard deviations below the historical average.
Specifications
Memory TypeDDR generation (DDR4 vs DDR5) ยท guide | DDR3L |
CapacityTotal kit memory size ยท guide | 8GB |
| 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 |
CAS LatencyClock cycles response delay ยท guide | CL11 |
True LatencyAbsolute nanosecond latency | 13.75 ns(High latency)= (11 ร 2000) รท 1600 |
Form FactorDIMM (Desktop) vs SO-DIMM (Laptop) ยท guide | SO-DIMM |
ECCError-correcting capability ยท guide | Yes |
ASIN | B00CUYOGRM |
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Compatible Platforms
Always verify with your motherboard's QVL before purchasing.
Cheaper Alternatives
Same 8GB DDR3L โ lower $/GB than this product
49% cheaper/GB
Ranked by lowest $/GB. Same 8GB DDR3L SO-DIMM only. Prices updated daily.
DDR3L Price by Capacity
Average $/GB across all DDR3L modules in the database
| Capacity | Avg $/GB |
|---|---|
| 8GBThis product | $3.90/GB |
| 16GB | $3.36/GB |
| 32GB | $2.65/GB |
| 64GB | $2.48/GB |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Kingston 8GB 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 $7.34/GB, this module is 42% below the overall DDR3L market average $/GB across all capacities. 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 is an ECC (Error-Correcting Code) RAM module designed for servers, workstations, and NAS systems where data integrity is critical. ECC RAM detects and corrects single-bit memory errors automatically. It requires a compatible CPU and motherboard โ most consumer platforms do not support ECC. See our ECC RAM guide for platform compatibility details.
How does Kingston RAM compare to other brands?
Kingston has 191 modules tracked with an average customer rating of 4.5โ . This specific module is 42% below the overall DDR3L market average $/GB. 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 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?
A single 8GB stick runs in single-channel mode, using only one memory channel. A 2ร4GB 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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