Current price
$350.22$21.89/GBAs of 28 Aug 2026, 06:40 UTC ยท Verify on Amazon ยท Price subject to change
25% above peer $/GB
$21.89/GB โ compare cheaper alternatives below
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OWC
OWC 16GB (2x8GB) Replacement for Kingston KVR48U40BS6K2-16 - DDR5 4800 PC5-38400 CL40 1Rx16 288-pin 1.1V Non-ECC UDIMM Memory RAM Module Upgrade
This OWC 16GB (2x8) 4800 MHz DDR5 desktop kit is $350.22 ($21.89/GB), 25% above similar peer $/GB. In stock on Amazon. Fits Intel 12th / 13th / 14th Gen (LGA1700) and Intel Core Ultra 200S (LGA1851 / Arrow Lake) and more.
At a Glance
Strengths
- Compatible with 4 CPU platforms
Limitations
- 25% above the 16GB (2x8) DDR5 peer median $/GB
- No customer reviews available yet on Amazon
- Limited price history โ recently added to tracking, trends not yet available
All points are derived from price data, customer ratings, and product specifications โ not editorial opinion. Updated daily.
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Ranked by lowest $/GB. Same 16GB DDR5 DIMM only. Prices updated daily.
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 (2x8) |
| Kit Config | โ 2ร kit โ dual-channel ready |
SpeedFrequency in MT/s or MHz ยท guide | 4800 MHz |
CAS LatencyClock cycles response delay ยท guide | CL40 |
True LatencyAbsolute nanosecond latency | 16.67 ns(High latency)= (40 ร 2000) รท 4800 |
Form FactorDIMM (Desktop) vs SO-DIMM (Laptop) | DIMM |
ASIN | B0CLWVDX5S |
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Price History
Updated daily โ track price trends over time
Current
$350.22
61d Low
$350.22
61d High
$350.22
61d Avg
$350.22
vs this kit's history
Current price is 1.0ฯ below the tracked average of $350.22 - within a normal band for this ASIN.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the OWC 16GB (2x8) 4800 MHz 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). 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 $350.22 ($21.89/GB), this module is priced near its 16GB (2x8) DDR5 peer median. Check the price history chart above for trend context.
What is 4800 MHz 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. 4800 MHz is a high-performance DDR5 speed tier.
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 16GB of RAM enough for gaming in 2026?
16GB is the minimum recommended for gaming in 2026. Most AAA titles use 12โ16GB alongside Discord and a browser. 32GB is the sweet spot if you also stream, record, or run VMs.
Is a 2ร8GB kit better than a single stick?
This is already a 2ร8GB 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
Compatibility & buying details
Use cases, platforms, motherboard notes, upgrade math, and analyst notes
Is This RAM Right for You?
Based on 16GB (2x8) DDR5 DIMM specifications.
16GB is the minimum for gaming in 2026 โ handles most titles with background apps
16GB handles office apps, video calls, and multiple browser tabs comfortably
16GB works for 1080p editing with proxy workflows โ 4K editing may require 32GB
Non-ECC RAM is not recommended for servers or NAS โ silent data corruption risk without error correction
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.
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.
Speed Ranking
Top 75%
4800 MHz ranks in the top 75% of all DDR5 speeds tracked (1,689 modules).
Compatible Platforms
Always verify with your motherboard's QVL before purchasing.
Platform Pairing Guide
How well 4800 MHz performs on each platform โ based on memory controller characteristics and manufacturer guidance.
| Platform | Benefit |
|---|---|
| AMD AM5 (Ryzen 7000/9000) | โ Good |
| Intel LGA1851 (Core Ultra 200S) | โ Good |
| Intel LGA1700 (12thโ14th gen, DDR5 board) | โ Good |
Platform guidance based on AMD and Intel official specifications and independent testing. Always verify compatibility with your specific motherboard's QVL.
Motherboard Compatibility
Most popular DDR5 boards per platform
ASUS TUF Gaming B650-Plus WiFi / MSI MAG B650 Tomahawk
B650 = 80% of AM5 sales. DDR5-6000 CL30 is the sweet spot.
MSI MAG B860 Tomahawk WiFi / ASUS TUF B860-Plus WiFi
B860 is the mainstream LGA1851 chipset. Supports DDR5-9200+.
MSI PRO B760M-E DDR5 / ASUS TUF B760-Plus WiFi D5
B760 DDR5 boards support 12thโ14th Gen Intel with DDR5.
Always verify with your board's QVL before purchasing.
DDR5 Price by Capacity
Average $/GB across all DDR5 modules in the database
| Capacity | Avg $/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 DIMM in each tier today.
Current
16GB
$350.22$21.89/GBPrices are the lowest available in each tier from our daily database โ verify on Amazon before purchasing. Only DDR5 DIMM modules compared.
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Reviewed by C.R. Vinoth Kumar
Editor & FounderVinoth 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.
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Prices as of 28 Aug 2026, 06:40 UTC. Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.com at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.