Crucial
Crucial 48GB DDR5 RAM, 5600MHz (or 5200MHz or 4800MHz) Laptop Memory, SODIMM 262-Pin, Compatible with 13th Gen Intel Core and AMD Ryzen 6000 - CT48G56C46S5
At $12.07/GB — DDR5 market rate.
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At a Glance
Strengths
- +Limited Lifetime Warranty from Crucial
Limitations
- −19% above the overall DDR5 market average $/GB
- −Limited review data — only 23 Amazon reviews
- −Price near its tracked high of $579.50
All points are derived from price data, customer ratings, and product specifications — not editorial opinion. Updated daily.
Is This RAM Right for You?
Based on 48GB DDR5 SO-DIMM specifications.
Laptop RAM — suitable for gaming laptops with compatible slots
48GB handles office apps, video calls, and multiple browser tabs comfortably
48GB handles 4K video editing on a laptop — 8K workflows may need a desktop workstation
SO-DIMM laptop RAM is not used in servers — servers require DIMM or RDIMM modules
SO-DIMM form factor — correct type for laptop memory upgrades. Verify your laptop has an accessible slot.
Verdicts based on capacity, form factor, and ECC specifications — not editorial opinion. Capacity recommendations reflect 2026 software requirements.
Price History
Updated daily — track price trends over time
Consider waiting
Price is near its tracked high of $579.50 — in the top 25% of its recorded range. Prices may fall.
Based on tracked price history for this ASIN. More data points accumulate over time — check back as history grows.
Price Range
Tracked low
$499.85
Current
$579.50
Tracked high
$579.50
Near tracked high
Speed Ranking
Top 41%
5600MHz ranks in the top 41% of all DDR5 speeds tracked (1,235 modules).
Specifications
| Memory Type | DDR5 |
| Capacity | 48GB |
| Speed | 5600MHz |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM |
| ASIN | B0C79T2CP7 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 8GB | $18.20/GB |
| 16GB | $18.92/GB |
| 32GB | $18.12/GB |
| 64GB | $20.45/GB |
| 128GB | $26.14/GB |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Crucial 48GB 5600MHz DDR5 compatible with my motherboard?
This module is compatible with Laptop — 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 $579.50 ($12.07/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 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 Crucial RAM compare to other brands?
Crucial has 127 modules tracked with an average customer rating of 4.6★. Browse all Crucial modules or use the comparison tool to see how it stacks up against Corsair, G.Skill, Kingston, and Crucial.
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