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A-Tech 8GB 4800MHz DDR5 RAM module โ€” A-Tech 8GB DDR5 4800MHz SODIMM PC5-38400 CL40 1Rx16 1.1V SO-DIMM 262-Pin Laptop Notebook RAM Memory Module M425R1GB4BB0-CQK

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A-Tech 8GB DDR5 4800MHz SODIMM PC5-38400 CL40 1Rx16 1.1V SO-DIMM 262-Pin Laptop Notebook RAM Memory Module M425R1GB4BB0-CQK

DDR58GB4800MHzCL40SO-DIMM
4.8(19 reviews)
F
Chief Analyst Verdict

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.

Current price

$120.14$15.02/GB

As of May 30, 2026 ยท Verify on Amazon ยท Price subject to change

$/GB vs DDR5 market avg

46% above avg
This product$15.02/GB
$15.02
DDR5 market avg$10.28/GB
$10.28

At $15.02/GB โ€” DDR5 market rate.

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At a Glance

Limitations

  • 46% above the overall DDR5 market average $/GB
  • Limited review data โ€” only 19 Amazon reviews
  • Limited price history โ€” recently added to tracking, trends not yet available
  • Single-stick configuration โ€” runs in single-channel mode unless paired with another stick
  • 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 8GB DDR5 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.

Price History

Updated daily โ€” track price trends over time

Current

$120.14

38d Low

$120.14

38d High

$120.14

38d Avg

$120.14

Speed Ranking

Top 75%

4800MHz ranks in the top 75% of all DDR5 speeds tracked (1,188 modules).

SlowestFastest

About A-Tech

4.6โ˜…

avg rating

283

products tracked

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Z-Score Deviation

B

Fair / Average Price

Deviation: 1.00ฯƒ

This product is currently priced within normal historical margins.

Avg: $120.14StdDev: ยฑ$0.00

Specifications

Memory TypeDDR generation (DDR4 vs DDR5) ยท guide
DDR5
CapacityTotal kit memory size ยท guide
8GB
Kit Configโš  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
VoltageOperating voltage level
1.1V
ASIN
B0B18ZW4XW

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Compatible Platforms

Laptop โ€” DDR5 SO-DIMM

Always verify with your motherboard's QVL before purchasing.

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DDR5 Price by Capacity

Average $/GB across all DDR5 modules in the database

CapacityAvg $/GB
8GBThis product$17.28/GB
16GB$18.93/GB
32GB$17.28/GB
64GB$13.71/GB
128GB$3.27/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

$120.14$15.02/GB

Step up

16GB

$205.00$12.81/GB+$84.86 moreSee cheapest 16GB

Prices 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the A-Tech 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?

At $120.14 ($15.02/GB), this module is priced near the DDR5 market average. Check the price history chart above to see if prices have been trending up or down recently.

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 A-Tech RAM compare to other brands?

A-Tech has 283 modules tracked with an average customer rating of 4.6โ˜…. Browse all A-Tech 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.

What is the difference between a single 8GB stick and a 2ร—4GB kit?

A single 8GB stick runs in single-channel mode, using only one memory channel. A 2ร—4GB kit of the same total capacity runs in dual-channel mode, doubling memory bandwidth and improving real-world performance by 10โ€“30%. For best performance, always buy RAM in matched pairs.

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Expertly Curated by C.R. Vinoth Kumar

Lead Hardware Analyst

C.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.

$120.14$15.02/GB
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