OWC
OWC 16GB (2x8GB) PC12800 DDR3L 1600MHz SO-DIMMs Memory Ram Compatible with 2011-2015 iMac, 2011-12 Mac mini, and 2011-2012 MacBook Pro (Non-Retina Display) Models (OWC1600DDR3S16P)
Current price
$75.79$4.74/GBAs of May 30, 2026 ยท Verify on Amazon ยท Price subject to change
$/GB vs DDR3L market avg
54% below avgDeal score
90/100
At $4.74/GB โ 54% below the DDR3L market average.
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At a Glance
Strengths
- 54% below the overall DDR3L market average $/GB
Limitations
- Limited review data โ only 1 Amazon reviews
- Limited price history โ recently added to tracking, trends not yet available
- Availability unconfirmed โ may be out of stock or delisted
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 (2x8) 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
$75.79
37d Low
$75.79
37d High
$75.79
37d Avg
$75.79
Speed Ranking
Top 4%
1600MHz ranks in the top 4% of all DDR3L speeds tracked (100 modules).
Z-Score Deviation
Fair / Average Price
Deviation: 1.00ฯ
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 (2x8) |
| 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) ยท guide | SO-DIMM |
ASIN | B00Q0ZB3PU |
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Compatible Platforms
Always verify with your motherboard's QVL before purchasing.
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Crucial
Crucial CT2K8G3S160BM 16GB Kit (8GBx2) DDR3/DDR3L 1600 MT/s (PC3-12800) SODIMM 204-Pin Memory For Mac34% cheaper/GB
Ranked by lowest $/GB. Same 16GB DDR3L SO-DIMM only. Prices updated daily.
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
$75.79$4.74/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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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the OWC 16GB (2x8) 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 $4.74/GB, this module is 54% below the overall DDR3L market average $/GB across all capacities. Deal score: 90/100. 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 OWC RAM compare to other brands?
OWC has 89 modules tracked with an average customer rating of 4.4โ . This specific module is 54% below the overall DDR3L market average $/GB. Browse all OWC 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?
This is already a 2ร8GB 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.
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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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