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Current price

$37.58$4.70/GB

As of 28 Aug 2026, 06:40 UTC ยท Verify on Amazon ยท Price subject to change

Good time to buy

Price is near its tracked low of $36.76 โ€” in the bottom 20% of its recorded range. ยท 11% below 8GB (2x4) DDR3 peer $/GB

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SK Hynix 8GB (2x4) 1600MHz DDR3 RAM โ€” SK Hynix HMT451S6BFR8A 8GB (2x4GB) 1Rx8 DDR3 SO-DIMM PC3-12800 1600MHz 204-Pin Non-ECC CL11 1.35V Laptop Memory Module 2-Peace Kit HMT451S6BFR8A-PB

SK Hynix

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SK Hynix HMT451S6BFR8A 8GB (2x4GB) 1Rx8 DDR3 SO-DIMM PC3-12800 1600MHz 204-Pin Non-ECC CL11 1.35V Laptop Memory Module 2-Peace Kit HMT451S6BFR8A-PB

This SK Hynix 8GB (2x4) 1600MHz DDR3 SO-DIMM laptop kit is $37.58 ($4.70/GB), near its tracked low. In stock on Amazon. Fits Laptop โ€” DDR3 SO-DIMM.

DDR38GB (2x4)1600MHzCL114.3โ˜… (52)

At a Glance

Strengths

  • 11% below the 8GB (2x4) DDR3 peer median $/GB
  • Price near its tracked low of $36.76

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
DDR3
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
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
ASIN
B01LONGBKO

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Specs & prices refreshed 28 Aug 2026, 06:40 UTC. Verify on Amazon at checkout.

Price History

Updated daily โ€” track price trends over time

Current

$37.58

102d Low

$36.76

102d High

$47.88

102d Avg

$40.21

Deal score

85/100

vs this kit's history

Current price is 0.7ฯƒ below the tracked average of $40.21 - within a normal band for this ASIN.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the SK Hynix 8GB (2x4) 1600MHz DDR3 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 DDR3 module a good deal right now?

Yes โ€” Price is near its tracked low of $36.76 โ€” in the bottom 20% of its recorded range. At $37.58 ($4.70/GB), about 11% below the 8GB (2x4) DDR3 peer median. 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 SK Hynix RAM compare to other brands?

SK Hynix has 90 modules tracked with an average customer rating of 4.4โ˜…. This specific module is 11% below the 8GB (2x4) DDR3 peer median $/GB. Browse all SK Hynix 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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Motoeagle DDR3 1066MHz SODIMM 8GB Kit (2X4GB) 2Rx8 PC3-8500 PC3-8500S CL7 204 Pin 1.5V Non-ECC Unbuffered Laptop Memory RAM Modules

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A-Tech

A-Tech 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600MHz PC3-12800 CL11 SODIMM 204-Pin Non-ECC SO-DIMM Laptop, Notebook RAM Memory Modules

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Compatibility & buying details

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

Is This RAM Right for You?

Based on 8GB (2x4) DDR3 SO-DIMM specifications.

Gamingโœ“ Good fit

Laptop RAM โ€” suitable for gaming laptops with compatible slots

Office / Schoolโœ“ Good fit

8GB handles basic office tasks โ€” may slow with many tabs open

Content Creationโœ• Not suited

8GB is insufficient for video editing or 3D rendering workloads

Server / NASโœ• Not suited

SO-DIMM laptop RAM is not used in servers โ€” servers require DIMM or RDIMM modules

Laptop Upgradeโœ“ Ideal

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.

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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.

Price Range

Tracked low

$36.76

Current

$37.58

Tracked high

$47.88

โœ“ Near tracked low

Speed Ranking

Top 13%

1600MHz ranks in the top 13% of all DDR3 speeds tracked (422 modules).

SlowestFastest

About SK Hynix

4.4โ˜…

avg rating

90

products tracked

Browse all SK Hynix RAM prices

Compatible Platforms

Laptop โ€” DDR3 SO-DIMM

Always verify with your motherboard's QVL before purchasing.

DDR3 Price by Capacity

Average $/GB across all DDR3 modules in the database

CapacityAvg $/GB
8GBThis product$4.18/GB
16GB$3.09/GB
32GB$3.50/GB
64GB$3.13/GB
128GB$7.87/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 DDR3 SO-DIMM in each tier today.

Current

8GB

$37.58$4.70/GB

โ† Step down

4GB

$14.85$3.71/GBSave $22.73See cheapest 4GB

Step up

16GB

$30.00$1.88/GBSave $7.58 vs currentSee cheapest 16GB

Prices are the lowest available in each tier from our daily database โ€” verify on Amazon before purchasing. Only DDR3 SO-DIMM modules compared.

Also available from SK Hynix

Same brand, different configurations

SK Hynix

Laptop Memory Module HMT41GS6BFR8A-PB Compatible Replacement Spare Part for Hynix HMT41GS6BFR8A 8GB 2Rx8 DDR3 SO-DIMM PC3-12800 1600MHz 204-Pin Non-ECC Unbuffered CL11 1.35V

DDR38GB1600MHz

SK Hynix

Hynix original 16GB (2 x 8GB), 204-pin SODIMM, DDR3 PC3L-12800, 1600MHz memory module

DDR316GB (2x8)1600MHz

SK Hynix

Hynix 4GB DDR3 Memory SO-DIMM 204pin PC3L-12800S 1600MHz HMT351S6EFR8A-PB

DDR34GB1600MHz

SK Hynix

SK Hynix 4GB HMT451S6AFR8A-PB DDR3 1Rx8 PC3L-12800S Laptop Memory

DDR34GB

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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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