Current price
$117.99$14.75/GBAs 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 $117.27 โ in the bottom 20% of its recorded range. ยท 11% below 8GB DDR5 peer $/GB
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Crucial
Crucial 8GB DDR5 RAM, 4800MHz CL40 High-Speed Laptop, SODIMM 262-Pin - CT8G48C40S5, Black
This Crucial 8GB 4800MHz DDR5 SO-DIMM laptop kit is $117.99 ($14.75/GB), near its tracked low. In stock on Amazon. Fits Laptop โ DDR5 SO-DIMM.
At a Glance
Strengths
- 11% below the 8GB DDR5 peer median $/GB
- 4.8โ average customer rating (71 reviews)
- Price near its tracked low of $117.27
- Limited Lifetime Warranty from Crucial
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.
Cheaper Alternatives
Same 8GB DDR5 โ lower $/GB than this product
11% cheaper/GB
Adamanta
Adamanta 8GB (1x8GB) DDR5 4800MHz PC5-38400 SODIMM 1Rx16 CL40 1.1v Laptop Notebook Memory Module Upgrade RAM9% cheaper/GB
8% cheaper/GB
Ranked by lowest $/GB. Same 8GB DDR5 SO-DIMM only. Prices updated daily.
Specifications
Catalog data as of 28 Aug 2026, 06:40 UTC
Memory TypeDDR generation (DDR4 vs DDR5) ยท guide | DDR5 |
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 | 4800MHz |
CAS LatencyClock cycles response delay ยท guide | CL40 |
True LatencyAbsolute nanosecond latency | 16.67 ns(High latency)= (40 ร 2000) รท 4800 |
Form FactorDIMM (Desktop) vs SO-DIMM (Laptop) ยท guide | SO-DIMM |
ASIN | B09S2QT75C |
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Price History
Updated daily โ track price trends over time
Current
$117.99
103d Low
$117.27
103d High
$216.44
103d Avg
$156.50
Deal score
88/100
vs this kit's history
Current price is 1.0ฯ below the tracked average of $156.50 - within a normal band for this ASIN.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Crucial 8GB 4800MHz DDR5 compatible with my motherboard?
This module is compatible with Laptop โ DDR5 SO-DIMM. Always verify with your motherboard's QVL (Qualified Vendor List) before purchasing, as compatibility can vary by board revision.
Is this DDR5 module a good deal right now?
Yes โ Price is near its tracked low of $117.27 โ in the bottom 20% of its recorded range. At $117.99 ($14.75/GB), about 11% below the 8GB DDR5 peer median. Prices are updated daily from Amazon.
What is 4800MHz RAM used for?
DDR5 RAM is required for AMD AM5 (Ryzen 7000/9000) and Intel LGA1851 (Core Ultra 200S) platforms. It offers higher bandwidth than DDR4, making it beneficial for content creation, gaming on modern platforms, and AI workloads. 4800MHz is a high-performance DDR5 speed tier.
How does Crucial RAM compare to other brands?
Crucial has 124 modules tracked with an average customer rating of 4.6โ . This specific module is 11% below the 8GB DDR5 peer median $/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?
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 matched multi-stick kit?
A single 8GB stick runs in single-channel mode. A matched 2ร4GB kit of the same total capacity enables dual-channel mode, doubling memory bandwidth and typically improving real-world performance by 10โ30%. For best results, buy RAM in matched kits.
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Compatibility & buying details
Use cases, platforms, motherboard notes, upgrade math, and analyst notes
Compatibility & buying details
Use cases, platforms, motherboard notes, upgrade math, and analyst notes
Is This RAM Right for You?
Based on 8GB DDR5 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
8GB is insufficient for video editing or 3D rendering workloads
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.
Slow JEDEC Baseline (Not Recommended)
Validated by C.R. Vinoth Kumar ยท Founder & Senior Editor
This kit runs at loose JEDEC default timings (CL40 or slower). CL40/CL48 speeds indicate lower-binned DRAM chips which create a severe latency bottleneck, reducing CPU frame pacing and game performance by up to 10-15% compared to optimized kits.
Price Range
Tracked low
$117.27Current
$117.99Tracked high
$216.44โ Near tracked low
Speed Ranking
Top 75%
4800MHz ranks in the top 75% of all DDR5 speeds tracked (1,689 modules).
About Crucial
4.6โ
avg rating
124
products tracked
Compatible Platforms
Always verify with your motherboard's QVL before purchasing.
DDR5 Price by Capacity
Average $/GB across all DDR5 modules in the database
| Capacity | Avg $/GB |
|---|---|
| 8GBThis product | $16.93/GB |
| 16GB | $16.87/GB |
| 32GB | $17.81/GB |
| 64GB | $18.70/GB |
| 128GB | $32.02/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 DDR5 SO-DIMM in each tier today.
Current
8GB
$117.99$14.75/GBPrices are the lowest available in each tier from our daily database โ verify on Amazon before purchasing. Only DDR5 SO-DIMM modules compared.
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Reviewed by C.R. Vinoth Kumar
Editor & FounderVinoth 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.
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Prices as of 28 Aug 2026, 06:40 UTC. 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.