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$144.49$18.06/GB

As of 28 Aug 2026, 06:40 UTC ยท Verify on Amazon ยท Price subject to change

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Price is near its tracked low of $144.49 โ€” in the bottom 20% of its recorded range. ยท $18.06/GB

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A-Tech 8GB 5600MHz DDR5 RAM โ€” A-Tech 8GB DDR5 5600MHz PC5-44800 CL46 UDIMM 1.1V Non-ECC Unbuffered DIMM 288-Pin Desktop PC/Computer RAM Memory Upgrade Module (Red)

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A-Tech 8GB DDR5 5600MHz PC5-44800 CL46 UDIMM 1.1V Non-ECC Unbuffered DIMM 288-Pin Desktop PC/Computer RAM Memory Upgrade Module (Red)

This A-Tech 8GB 5600MHz DDR5 desktop kit is $144.49 ($18.06/GB), near its tracked low. In stock on Amazon. Fits Intel 12th / 13th / 14th Gen (LGA1700) and Intel Core Ultra 200S (LGA1851 / Arrow Lake) and more. Red variant.

DDR58GB5600MHzCL464.4โ˜… (132)

At a Glance

Strengths

  • Compatible with 4 CPU platforms
  • Price near its tracked low of $144.49

Limitations

  • Single-stick configuration โ€” runs in single-channel mode unless paired with another stick

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
DDR5
CapacityTotal kit memory size ยท guide
8GB
Kit Configโš  Single stick โ€” runs in single-channel mode. Buy 2ร— for dual-channel performance.
SpeedFrequency in MT/s or MHz ยท guide
5600MHz
CAS LatencyClock cycles response delay ยท guide
CL46
True LatencyAbsolute nanosecond latency
16.43 ns(High latency)= (46 ร— 2000) รท 5600
Form FactorDIMM (Desktop) vs SO-DIMM (Laptop)
DIMM
VoltageOperating voltage level
1.1V
ASIN
B0CQ35WR9X

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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

$144.49

103d Low

$144.49

103d High

$159.99

103d Avg

$154.81

Deal score

70/100

vs this kit's history

Current price is 1.6ฯƒ below the tracked average of $154.81 - historically favorable vs its own chart.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the A-Tech 8GB 5600MHz 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?

Yes โ€” Price is near its tracked low of $144.49 โ€” in the bottom 20% of its recorded range. At $144.49 ($18.06/GB). Prices are updated daily from Amazon.

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 A-Tech RAM compare to other brands?

A-Tech has 324 modules tracked with an average customer rating of 4.6โ˜…. Browse all A-Tech 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 matched multi-stick kit?

A single 8GB stick runs in single-channel mode. A matched 2ร—4GB kit of the same total capacity enables dual-channel mode, doubling memory bandwidth and typically improving real-world performance by 10โ€“30%. For best results, buy RAM in matched kits.

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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 DDR5 DIMM specifications.

Gamingโš  Tight

8GB is below the 16GB minimum recommended for gaming in 2026

Office / Schoolโœ“ Good fit

8GB handles basic office tasks โ€” may slow with many tabs or large spreadsheets

Content Creationโœ• Not suited

8GB is insufficient for video editing or 3D rendering workloads

Server / NASโœ• Not suited

Non-ECC RAM is not recommended for servers or NAS โ€” silent data corruption risk without error correction

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.

F
Chief Analyst Verdict

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.

Price Range

Tracked low

$144.49

Current

$144.49

Tracked high

$159.99

โœ“ Near tracked low

Speed Ranking

Top 39%

5600MHz ranks in the top 39% of all DDR5 speeds tracked (1,689 modules).

SlowestFastest

About A-Tech

4.6โ˜…

avg rating

324

products tracked

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XMP 3.0 / EXPO Profile Activation Required

This is a high-performance DDR5-5600 memory kit. It will NOT run at advertised speeds out of the box.

JEDEC Fallback Behavior

By default, all motherboards boot using safe JEDEC standards (typically 4800MT/s). If you plug this RAM in and boot immediately, your system will downclock to this baseline, losing up to 10% - 20% CPU bandwidth.

How to Enable XMP/EXPO

  1. 1.Reboot PC, tap Del or F2 to enter BIOS.
  2. 2.Find memory settings and toggle XMP / EXPO to Enabled.
  3. 3.Save & Exit (press F10). PC will reboot at 5600MHz.
Platform compatibility warning: On AMD AM5 (DDR5 Ryzen 7000/9000), target EXPO kits for maximum stability. On Intel platforms, prioritize XMP kits. Both profiles work, but choosing native profiles optimizes memory training timings.

Compatible Platforms

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 before purchasing.

Platform Pairing Guide

How well 5600MHz performs on each platform โ€” based on memory controller characteristics and manufacturer guidance.

PlatformBenefit
AMD AM5 (Ryzen 7000/9000)โœ“ Good
Intel LGA1851 (Core Ultra 200S)โœ“ Good
Intel LGA1700 (12thโ€“14th gen, DDR5 board)โœ“ 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

DDR5 RAM prices & motherboard guide โ†’
โœ“
AMD AM5B650

ASUS TUF Gaming B650-Plus WiFi / MSI MAG B650 Tomahawk

B650 = 80% of AM5 sales. DDR5-6000 CL30 is the sweet spot.

โœ“
Intel LGA1851B860

MSI MAG B860 Tomahawk WiFi / ASUS TUF B860-Plus WiFi

B860 is the mainstream LGA1851 chipset. Supports DDR5-9200+.

โœ“
Intel LGA1700 (DDR5)B760

MSI PRO B760M-E DDR5 / ASUS TUF B760-Plus WiFi D5

B760 DDR5 boards support 12thโ€“14th 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

CapacityAvg $/GB
8GBThis product$16.93/GB
16GB$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

8GB

$144.49$18.06/GB

Step up

16GB

$179.97$11.25/GB+$35.48 moreSee cheapest 16GB

Prices 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 & 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.

$144.49$18.06/GB
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