Samsung
SAMSUNG Memory 8GB 2Rx8 PC3L-12800S-11-13-F3 RAM M471B1G73EB0-YK0
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
$34.75$4.34/GBAs of Jul 15, 2026 ยท Verify on Amazon ยท Price subject to change
$/GB vs Unknown market avg
65% below avgDeal score
98/100
At $4.34/GB โ 65% below the Unknown market average.
Good time to buy
Price is near its tracked low of $29.98 โ in the bottom 20% of its recorded range.
Also sold elsewhere
Prices on this page are Amazon.com prices from our Creators API refresh (as of the last update). You can look up this kit (ASIN: B01K5X8UI0) on other retailers such as Newegg or Crucial โ we do not display their prices here. Always verify the checkout price on Amazon before purchasing.
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date of the last daily update and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
At a Glance
Strengths
- 65% below the overall Unknown market average $/GB
- 4.8โ rating across 681 Amazon reviews
Limitations
- 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 Unknown DIMM specifications.
8GB is below the 16GB minimum recommended for gaming in 2026
8GB handles basic office tasks โ may slow with many tabs or large spreadsheets
8GB is insufficient for video editing or 3D rendering workloads
Non-ECC RAM is not recommended for servers or NAS โ silent data corruption risk without error correction
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.
Price History
Updated daily โ track price trends over time
Current
$34.75
57d Low
$29.98
57d High
$55.98
57d Avg
$32.36
Price Range
Tracked low
$29.98Current
$34.75Tracked high
$55.98โ Near tracked low
Z-Score Deviation
Fair / Average Price
Deviation: 0.47ฯ
This product is currently priced within normal historical margins.
Specifications
Memory TypeDDR generation (DDR4 vs DDR5) ยท guide | Unknown |
CapacityTotal kit memory size ยท guide | 8GB |
| Kit Config | โ Single stick โ runs in single-channel mode. Buy 2ร for dual-channel performance. |
Form FactorDIMM (Desktop) vs SO-DIMM (Laptop) | Unknown |
ASIN | B01K5X8UI0 |
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Unknown Price by Capacity
Average $/GB across all Unknown modules in the database
| Capacity | Avg $/GB |
|---|---|
| 8GBThis product | $4.04/GB |
| 16GB | $9.12/GB |
| 32GB | $10.50/GB |
| 64GB | $45.78/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 Unknown DIMM in each tier today.
Current
8GB
$34.75$4.34/GBPrices are the lowest available in each tier from our daily database โ verify on Amazon before purchasing. Only Unknown DIMM modules compared.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Samsung 8GB Unknown compatible with my motherboard?
Compatibility depends on your motherboard's supported memory type (Unknown), speed, and capacity. Check your motherboard manufacturer's QVL list to confirm this module is validated for your specific board.
Is this Unknown module a good deal right now?
At $4.34/GB, this module is 65% below the overall Unknown market average $/GB across all capacities. Deal score: 98/100. Check the price history chart above to see how the price has moved recently. Prices are updated daily from Amazon.
What is Unknown RAM used for?
This RAM module is designed for desktop PC systems. Check your system's specifications to confirm compatibility before purchasing.
How does Samsung RAM compare to other brands?
Samsung has 140 modules tracked with an average customer rating of 4.7โ . This specific module is 65% below the overall Unknown market average $/GB. Browse all Samsung 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.
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Prices updated daily. Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.com at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.