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$44.78$5.60/GB

As 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 $42.74 โ€” in the bottom 20% of its recorded range. ยท $5.60/GB

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OWC 8GB (2x4) 1600 MHz DDR3 RAM โ€” OWC 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600 PC3-12800 CL11 1Rx8 240-pin 1.5V Workstation Server ECC Unbuffered UDIMM Memory RAM Compatible with Synology NAS DS3615xs RS3614RPxs RS3614xs RS3617xs

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OWC 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600 PC3-12800 CL11 1Rx8 240-pin 1.5V Workstation Server ECC Unbuffered UDIMM Memory RAM Compatible with Synology NAS DS3615xs RS3614RPxs RS3614xs RS3617xs

This OWC 8GB (2x4) 1600 MHz DDR3 ECC desktop kit is $44.78 ($5.60/GB), near its tracked low. In stock on Amazon. Fits AMD FX Series (AM3+).

DDR38GB (2x4)1600 MHzCL11ECC5โ˜… (2)

At a Glance

Strengths

  • Price near its tracked low of $42.74

Limitations

  • Limited review data โ€” only 2 Amazon reviews
  • Requires ECC-compatible CPU and motherboard โ€” not supported on most consumer platforms

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

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Specifications

Catalog data as of 28 Aug 2026, 06:40 UTC

Memory TypeDDR generation (DDR4 vs DDR5) ยท guide
DDR3
CapacityTotal kit memory size ยท guide
8GB (2x4)
Kit Configโœ“ 2ร— kit โ€” dual-channel ready
SpeedFrequency in MT/s or MHz ยท guide
1600 MHz
CAS LatencyClock cycles response delay ยท guide
CL11
True LatencyAbsolute nanosecond latency
13.75 ns(High latency)= (11 ร— 2000) รท 1600
Form FactorDIMM (Desktop) vs SO-DIMM (Laptop)
DIMM
ECCError-correcting capability ยท guide
Yes
VoltageOperating voltage level
1.5V
ASIN
B0CGWM7YCP

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Specs & prices refreshed 28 Aug 2026, 06:40 UTC. Verify on Amazon at checkout.

Price History

Updated daily โ€” track price trends over time

Current

$44.78

102d Low

$42.74

102d High

$78.33

102d Avg

$46.67

vs this kit's history

Current price is 0.2ฯƒ below the tracked average of $46.67 - within a normal band for this ASIN.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the OWC 8GB (2x4) 1600 MHz DDR3 compatible with my motherboard?

This module is compatible with AMD FX Series (AM3+). Always verify with your motherboard's QVL (Qualified Vendor List) before purchasing, as compatibility can vary by board revision.

Is this DDR3 module a good deal right now?

Yes โ€” Price is near its tracked low of $42.74 โ€” in the bottom 20% of its recorded range. At $44.78 ($5.60/GB). Prices are updated daily from Amazon.

What is 1600 MHz 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 โ€” most consumer platforms do not support ECC. See our ECC RAM guide for platform compatibility details.

How does OWC RAM compare to other brands?

OWC has 99 modules tracked with an average customer rating of 4.4โ˜…. Browse all OWC modules or use the comparison tool to see how it stacks up against Corsair, G.Skill, Kingston, and Crucial.

Is a 2ร—4GB kit better than a single stick?

This is already a 2ร—4GB kit (dual-channel capable) โ€” the correct configuration for maximum bandwidth on supported platforms. Matched multi-stick kits use multiple memory channels simultaneously, improving real-world performance versus a single stick of the same total capacity.

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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 8GB (2x4) DDR3 ECC DIMM specifications.

Gamingโœ• Not suited

ECC RAM is not supported on gaming platforms (consumer CPUs/boards)

Office / Schoolโœ• Not suited

ECC RAM requires server-grade hardware โ€” not compatible with standard office PCs

Content Creationโœ“ Ideal

ECC RAM protects long renders from silent data corruption โ€” ideal for professional workstations

Server / NASโœ“ Ideal

ECC RAM detects and corrects memory errors โ€” required for data-critical servers and ZFS storage

Laptop Upgradeโœ• Not suited

This is a desktop DIMM โ€” laptop upgrades require SO-DIMM modules. See Laptop RAM Prices for compatible options.

Verdicts based on capacity, form factor, and ECC specifications โ€” not editorial opinion. Capacity recommendations reflect 2026 software requirements.

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Chief Analyst Verdict

Enterprise ECC Stability

Validated by C.R. Vinoth Kumar ยท Founder & Senior Editor

This is an Error Correcting Code (ECC) server module designed to prevent silent data corruption in 24/7 server environments (like TrueNAS/ZFS or enterprise workloads). Ensure your motherboard and CPU officially support ECC before purchasing.

Price Range

Tracked low

$42.74

Current

$44.78

Tracked high

$78.33

โœ“ Near tracked low

Speed Ranking

Top 13%

1600 MHz ranks in the top 13% of all DDR3 speeds tracked (422 modules).

SlowestFastest

About OWC

4.4โ˜…

avg rating

99

products tracked

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Compatible Platforms

AMD FX Series (AM3+)

Always verify with your motherboard's QVL before purchasing.

DDR3 Price by Capacity

Average $/GB across all DDR3 modules in the database

CapacityAvg $/GB
8GBThis product$4.18/GB
16GB$3.09/GB
32GB$3.50/GB
64GB$3.13/GB
128GB$7.87/GB

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$246.92

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OWC 64GB (2x32GB) DDR3 1600MHz ECC RDIMM 4Rx4 1.5V 240-pin Memory RAM

DDR364GB (2x32)1600MHz
$217.78

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OWC 256GB (8x32GB) DDR3 1600MHz ECC RDIMM 4Rx4 1.5V 240-pin Memory RAM

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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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