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OWC 8GB (2x4)  DDR3 RAM module 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

OWC

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

DDR38GB (2x4)CL11DIMMECC
5(2 reviews)
A
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.

Current price

$44.78$5.60/GB

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

$/GB vs DDR3 market avg

46% below avg
This product$5.60/GB
$5.60
DDR3 market avg$10.28/GB
$10.28

Deal score

92/100

At $5.60/GB โ€” 46% below the DDR3 market average.

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At a Glance

Strengths

  • 46% below the overall DDR3 market average $/GB

Limitations

  • Limited review data โ€” only 2 Amazon reviews
  • Limited price history โ€” recently added to tracking, trends not yet available
  • Requires ECC-compatible CPU and motherboard โ€” not supported on most consumer platforms
  • 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 (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.

Price History

Updated daily โ€” track price trends over time

Current

$44.78

37d Low

$44.78

37d High

$44.78

37d Avg

$44.78

About OWC

4.4โ˜…

avg rating

89

products tracked

Browse all OWC RAM

Z-Score Deviation

B

Fair / Average Price

Deviation: 1.00ฯƒ

This product is currently priced within normal historical margins.

Avg: $44.78StdDev: ยฑ$0.00

Specifications

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
CAS LatencyClock cycles response delay ยท guide
CL11
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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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$5.27/GB
16GB$4.01/GB
32GB$4.31/GB
64GB$4.12/GB
128GB$2.15/GB

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$109.99

OWC

OWC 64GB (2x32GB) DDR3 1600 PC3-12800 CL11 4Rx4 240-pin 1.5V ECC Registered RDIMM Memory RAM Module Upgrade Kit for Select Workstations or Servers

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$217.78

OWC

OWC 256GB (8x32GB) DDR3 1600 PC3-12800 CL11 4Rx4 240-pin 1.5V ECC Registered RDIMM Memory RAM Module Upgrade Kit for Select Workstations or Servers

DDR3256GB (8x32)
$862.32

OWC

OWC 16GB DDR3 1333 PC3-10600 CL9 2Rx4 240-pin 1.5V ECC Registered RDIMM Memory RAM Module Upgrade for Select Workstations or Servers

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the OWC 8GB (2x4) 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?

At $5.60/GB, this module is 46% below the overall DDR3 market average $/GB across all capacities. Deal score: 92/100. Check the price history chart above to see how the price has moved recently. Prices are updated daily from Amazon.

What is DDR3 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 89 modules tracked with an average customer rating of 4.4โ˜…. This specific module is 46% below the overall DDR3 market average $/GB. Browse all OWC 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?

This is already a 2ร—4GB dual-channel kit โ€” the correct configuration for maximum performance. Dual-channel mode doubles the memory bandwidth by using both memory channels simultaneously, improving performance in games and applications by 10โ€“30% compared to a single stick of the same total capacity.

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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.

$44.78$5.60/GB
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