Kingston
Kingston Server Premier 16GB 5600MT/s DDR5 ECC CL46 DIMM 1Rx8 Hynix A Server Memory - KSM56E46BS8KM-16HA
At $40.84/GB — DDR5 market rate.
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At a Glance
Strengths
- +Compatible with 5 CPU platforms
- +Price near its tracked low of $653.46
- +Limited Lifetime Warranty from Kingston
Limitations
- −304% above the overall DDR5 market average $/GB
- −Below-average customer rating (3.6★)
- −Requires ECC-compatible CPU and motherboard — not supported on most consumer platforms
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 16GB DDR5 ECC DIMM specifications.
ECC RAM is not supported on gaming platforms (consumer CPUs/boards)
ECC RAM requires server-grade hardware — not compatible with standard office PCs
ECC RAM protects long renders from silent data corruption — ideal for professional workstations
ECC RAM detects and corrects memory errors — required for data-critical servers and ZFS storage
This is a desktop DIMM — laptop upgrades require SO-DIMM modules. See Laptop RAM Prices for compatible options.
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
Good time to buy
Price is near its tracked low of $653.46 — in the bottom 20% of its recorded range.
Based on tracked price history for this ASIN. More data points accumulate over time — check back as history grows.
Price Range
Tracked low
$653.46
Current
$653.46
Tracked high
$755.99
✓ Near tracked low
Specifications
| Memory Type | DDR5 |
| Capacity | 16GB |
| CAS Latency | CL46 |
| Form Factor | DIMM |
| ECC | Yes |
| ASIN | B0C7W486CZ |
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 |
| 16GBThis product | $18.92/GB |
| 32GB | $18.12/GB |
| 64GB | $20.45/GB |
| 128GB | $26.14/GB |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Kingston 16GB DDR5 compatible with my motherboard?
This module is compatible with Intel 12th / 13th / 14th Gen (LGA1700), Intel Core Ultra 200S (LGA1851 / Arrow Lake), AMD Ryzen 7000 / 8000 / 9000 (AM5), AMD Threadripper 7000 (TRX50) and 1 more platforms. 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 $653.46, this module is near its tracked price low of $653.46 — historically a good time to buy. Check the price history chart above for context. Prices are updated daily from Amazon.
What is DDR5 RAM used for?
This is an ECC (Error-Correcting Code) RAM module designed for servers, workstations, and NAS systems where data integrity is critical. ECC RAM detects and corrects single-bit memory errors automatically. It requires a compatible CPU and motherboard — most consumer platforms do not support ECC. See our ECC RAM guide for platform compatibility details.
How does Kingston RAM compare to other brands?
Kingston has 172 modules tracked with an average customer rating of 4.6★. Browse all Kingston modules or use the comparison tool to see how it stacks up against Corsair, G.Skill, Kingston, and Crucial.
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