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$239.99$15.00/GB

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$15.00/GB

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G.SKILL 16GB (1x16) 5600MHz DDR5 RAM โ€” G.SKILL Ripjaws DDR5 SO-DIMM Series DDR5 RAM 16GB (1x16GB) Up to 5600MT/s CL40-40-40-89 1.10V Unbuffered Non-ECC Notebook/Laptop Memory SO-DIMM (F5-5600S4040A16GX1-RS)

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G.SKILL Ripjaws DDR5 SO-DIMM Series DDR5 RAM 16GB (1x16GB) Up to 5600MT/s CL40-40-40-89 1.10V Unbuffered Non-ECC Notebook/Laptop Memory SO-DIMM (F5-5600S4040A16GX1-RS)

This G.SKILL 16GB (1x16) 5600MHz DDR5 SO-DIMM laptop kit is $239.99 ($15.00/GB). In stock on Amazon. Fits Laptop โ€” DDR5 SO-DIMM.

DDR516GB (1x16)5600MHzCL404.7โ˜… (739)

At a Glance

Strengths

  • 4.7โ˜… rating across 739 Amazon reviews

Limitations

  • Price near its tracked high of $239.99

All points are derived from price data, customer ratings, and product specifications โ€” not editorial opinion. Updated daily.

Consider waiting

Price is near its tracked high of $239.99 โ€” in the top 25% of its recorded range. Prices may fall.

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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
16GB (1x16)
Kit Configโš  Single stick โ€” runs in single-channel mode. Buy 2ร— for dual-channel performance.
SpeedFrequency in MT/s or MHz ยท guide
5600MHz
CAS LatencyClock cycles response delay ยท guide
CL40
True LatencyAbsolute nanosecond latency
14.29 ns(High latency)= (40 ร— 2000) รท 5600
Form FactorDIMM (Desktop) vs SO-DIMM (Laptop) ยท guide
SO-DIMM
ASIN
B0C64BVQ7M

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Price History

Updated daily โ€” track price trends over time

Current

$239.99

101d Low

$224.99

101d High

$239.99

101d Avg

$229.74

Deal score

59/100

vs this kit's history

Current price is 1.5ฯƒ above the tracked average of $229.74 - higher than typical for this ASIN.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the G.SKILL 16GB (1x16) 5600MHz 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?

Price is near its tracked high of $239.99 โ€” in the top 25% of its recorded range. Prices may fall. At $239.99 ($15.00/GB), consider waiting for a dip or compare cheaper alternatives below. Prices are updated daily from Amazon.

What is 5600MHz 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. 5600MHz is a good entry-level DDR5 speed with broad platform compatibility.

How does G.SKILL RAM compare to other brands?

G.SKILL has 242 modules tracked with an average customer rating of 4.6โ˜…. Browse all G.SKILL 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 12โ€“16GB 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 matched multi-stick kit?

A single 16GB stick runs in single-channel mode. A matched 2ร—8GB kit of the same total capacity enables dual-channel mode, doubling memory bandwidth and typically improving real-world performance by 10โ€“30%. For best results, buy RAM in matched kits.

Similar DDR5 RAM

ADATA

ADATA Premier 16GB (1x16GB) DDR5 4800MHz CL40 PC5-38400 262-Pin SODIMM Memory RAM

DDR516GB (1x16)4800MHz
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KLEVV

KLEVV DDR5 16GB (1x16GB) 5600MHz CL46 SODIMM SK Hynix A-Die Laptop Ram Memory 1.1V (KD5AGSA80-56G460A)

DDR516GB (1x16)5600MHz
$230.99

Patriot

Patriot Signature Line Series DDR5 RAM 16GB (1 x 16GB) 4800MHz SODIMM

DDR516GB (1x16)4800MHz
$272.00

NEMIX RAM

NEMIX RAM 16GB (1X16GB) DDR5 4800MHz PC5-38400 1Rx8 1.1V CL40 262-PIN ECC Unbuffered SODIMM Memory

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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 16GB (1x16) DDR5 SO-DIMM specifications.

Gamingโœ“ Good fit

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

Office / Schoolโœ“ Ideal

16GB handles office apps, video calls, and multiple browser tabs comfortably

Content Creationโš  Tight

16GB works for 1080p editing with proxy workflows โ€” 4K editing may require 32GB

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.

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.

Price Range

Tracked low

$224.99

Current

$239.99

Tracked high

$239.99

Near tracked high

Speed Ranking

Top 39%

5600MHz ranks in the top 39% of all DDR5 speeds tracked (1,689 modules).

SlowestFastest

About G.SKILL

4.6โ˜…

avg rating

242

products tracked

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XMP 3.0 / EXPO Profile Activation Required

This is a high-performance DDR5-5600 memory kit. It will NOT run at advertised speeds out of the box.

JEDEC Fallback Behavior

By default, all motherboards boot using safe JEDEC standards (typically 4800MT/s). If you plug this RAM in and boot immediately, your system will downclock to this baseline, losing up to 10% - 20% CPU bandwidth.

How to Enable XMP/EXPO

  1. 1.Reboot PC, tap Del or F2 to enter BIOS.
  2. 2.Find memory settings and toggle XMP / EXPO to Enabled.
  3. 3.Save & Exit (press F10). PC will reboot at 5600MHz.
Platform compatibility warning: On AMD AM5 (DDR5 Ryzen 7000/9000), target EXPO kits for maximum stability. On Intel platforms, prioritize XMP kits. Both profiles work, but choosing native profiles optimizes memory training timings.

Compatible Platforms

Laptop โ€” DDR5 SO-DIMM

Always verify with your motherboard's QVL before purchasing.

DDR5 Price by Capacity

Average $/GB across all DDR5 modules in the database

CapacityAvg $/GB
8GB$16.93/GB
16GBThis product$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

16GB

$239.99$15.00/GB

โ† Step down

8GB

$105.00$13.13/GBSave $134.99See cheapest 8GB

Step up

32GB

$228.00$7.13/GBSave $11.99 vs currentSee cheapest 32GB

Prices are the lowest available in each tier from our daily database โ€” verify on Amazon before purchasing. Only DDR5 SO-DIMM modules compared.

Also available from G.SKILL

Same brand, different configurations

G.SKILL

G.SKILL Ripjaws DDR5 SO-DIMM Series DDR5 RAM 64GB (2x32GB) Up to 4800MT/s CL40-39-39-76 1.10V Unbuffered Non-ECC Notebook/Laptop Memory SO-DIMM (F5-4800S4039A32GA2-RS)

DDR564GB (2x32)
$899.99

G.SKILL

G.SKILL Ripjaws DDR5 SO-DIMM Series DDR5 RAM 32GB (2x16GB) Up to 5600MT/s CL40-40-40-89 1.10V Unbuffered Non-ECC Notebook/Laptop Memory SO-DIMM (F5-5600S4040A16GX2-RS)

DDR532GB (2x16)5600MHz
$438.30

G.SKILL

G.SKILL Ripjaws DDR5 SO-DIMM Series DDR5 RAM 16GB (1x16GB) Up to 4800MT/s CL34-34-34-76 1.10V Unbuffered Non-ECC Notebook/Laptop Memory SO-DIMM (F5-4800S3434A16GA1-RS)

DDR516GB (1x16)4800MHz
$229.99

G.SKILL

G.SKILL Ripjaws DDR5 SO-DIMM Series DDR5 RAM 32GB (2x16GB) Up to 4800MT/s CL34-34-34-76 1.10V Unbuffered Non-ECC Notebook/Laptop Memory SO-DIMM (F5-4800S3434A16GA2-RS)

DDR532GB (2x16)4800MHz
$459.99
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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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