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16GB 1600MHz DDR3 RAM module โ€” DDR3 16GB 1600Mhz DIMM PC3-12800 1.5V 240 Pin Desktop Memory RAM Non-ECC for Socket AM3 AM3+ FM1 FM2 Motherboard

DDR3 16GB 1600Mhz DIMM PC3-12800 1.5V 240 Pin Desktop Memory RAM Non-ECC for Socket AM3 AM3+ FM1 FM2 Motherboard

DDR316GB1600MHzDIMM
5(1 reviews)

Current price

$31.00$1.94/GB

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

$/GB vs DDR3 market avg

81% below avg
This product$1.94/GB
$1.94
DDR3 market avg$10.28/GB
$10.28

Deal score

91/100

At $1.94/GB โ€” 81% below the DDR3 market average.

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Good time to buy

Price is near its tracked low of $31.00 โ€” in the bottom 20% of its recorded range.

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At a Glance

Strengths

  • 81% below the overall DDR3 market average $/GB
  • Price near its tracked low of $31.00

Limitations

  • Limited review data โ€” only 1 Amazon reviews
  • 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 16GB DDR3 DIMM specifications.

Gamingโœ“ Good fit

16GB is the minimum for gaming in 2026 โ€” handles most titles with background apps

Office / Schoolโœ“ Ideal

16GB handles office apps, video calls, and multiple browser tabs comfortably

Content Creationโš  Tight

16GB works for 1080p editing with proxy workflows โ€” 4K editing may require 32GB

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.

Price History

Updated daily โ€” track price trends over time

Current

$31.00

37d Low

$31.00

37d High

$31.27

37d Avg

$31.03

Price Range

Tracked low

$31.00

Current

$31.00

Tracked high

$31.27

โœ“ Near tracked low

Speed Ranking

Top 13%

1600MHz ranks in the top 13% of all DDR3 speeds tracked (356 modules).

SlowestFastest

Z-Score Deviation

B

Fair / Average Price

Deviation: -0.42ฯƒ

This product is currently priced within normal historical margins.

Avg: $31.03StdDev: ยฑ$0.08

Specifications

Memory TypeDDR generation (DDR4 vs DDR5) ยท guide
DDR3
CapacityTotal kit memory size ยท guide
16GB
Kit Configโš  Single stick โ€” runs in single-channel mode. Buy 2ร— for dual-channel performance.
SpeedFrequency in MT/s or MHz ยท guide
1600MHz
Form FactorDIMM (Desktop) vs SO-DIMM (Laptop)
DIMM
VoltageOperating voltage level
1.5V
ASIN
B0CRH5GJDP

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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
8GB$5.27/GB
16GBThis product$4.01/GB
32GB$4.31/GB
64GB$4.12/GB
128GB$2.15/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 DDR3 DIMM in each tier today.

Current

16GB

$31.00$1.94/GB

โ† Step down

8GB

$24.99$3.12/GBSave $6.01See cheapest 8GB

Step up

32GB

$74.99$2.34/GB+$43.99 moreSee cheapest 32GB

Prices are the lowest available in each tier from our daily database โ€” verify on Amazon before purchasing. Only DDR3 DIMM modules compared.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 16GB 1600MHz 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 $1.94/GB, this module is 81% below the overall DDR3 market average $/GB across all capacities. Deal score: 91/100. Check the price history chart above to see how the price has moved recently. Prices are updated daily from Amazon.

What is 1600MHz RAM used for?

This RAM module is designed for desktop PC systems. Check your system's specifications to confirm compatibility before purchasing.

How does this brand RAM compare to other brands?

Compare this module against other brands using the RAM comparison tool. Key factors to consider: price per GB, customer ratings, warranty coverage, and compatibility with your specific motherboard.

Is 16GB of RAM enough for gaming in 2026?

16GB is the minimum recommended for gaming in 2026. Most AAA titles use 12โ€“16GB alongside Discord and a browser. 32GB is the sweet spot if you also stream, record, or run VMs.

What is the difference between a single 16GB stick and a 2ร—8GB kit?

A single 16GB stick runs in single-channel mode, using only one memory channel. A 2ร—8GB kit of the same total capacity runs in dual-channel mode, doubling memory bandwidth and improving real-world performance by 10โ€“30%. For best performance, always buy RAM in matched pairs.

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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.

$31.00$1.94/GB
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