Rasalas
DDR3 16GB 2x8GB DDR3-1600MHz PC3L-12800 for Laptop 16GB DDR3 Non ECC Unbuffered 1.35V CL11 2Rx8 Dual Rank SO-DIMM Memory Ram
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
$37.99$2.37/GBAs of Jul 14, 2026 ยท Verify on Amazon ยท Price subject to change
$/GB vs DDR3 market avg
81% below avgDeal score
90/100
At $2.37/GB โ 81% below the DDR3 market average.
Fair price
Price is in the middle of its tracked range ($36.58 low โ $39.99 high). No strong signal either way.
Also sold elsewhere
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At a Glance
Strengths
- 81% below the overall DDR3 market average $/GB
Limitations
- Limited review data โ only 16 Amazon reviews
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 (2x8) DDR3 ECC SO-DIMM specifications.
Laptop RAM โ suitable for gaming laptops with compatible slots
16GB handles office apps, video calls, and multiple browser tabs comfortably
ECC RAM protects long renders from silent data corruption โ ideal for professional workstations
ECC RAM detects and corrects memory errors โ required for data-critical servers and ZFS storage
SO-DIMM form factor โ correct type for laptop memory upgrades. Verify your laptop has an accessible slot.
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
$37.99
57d Low
$36.58
57d High
$39.99
57d Avg
$39.59
Price Range
Tracked low
$36.58Current
$37.99Tracked high
$39.99Mid-range
Speed Ranking
Top 13%
1600MHz ranks in the top 13% of all DDR3 speeds tracked (371 modules).
About Rasalas
4.5โ
avg rating
14
products tracked
Z-Score Deviation
Great Deal (Underpriced)
Deviation: -1.78ฯ
Highly favorable pricing! The current cost is significantly below normal market margins.
Specifications
Memory TypeDDR generation (DDR4 vs DDR5) ยท guide | DDR3 |
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 | 1600MHz |
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) ยท guide | SO-DIMM |
ECCError-correcting capability ยท guide | Yes |
ASIN | B0CYC96VWL |
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Compatible Platforms
Always verify with your motherboard's QVL before purchasing.
DDR3 Price by Capacity
Average $/GB across all DDR3 modules in the database
| Capacity | Avg $/GB |
|---|---|
| 8GB | $5.02/GB |
| 16GBThis product | $4.11/GB |
| 32GB | $4.24/GB |
| 64GB | $4.22/GB |
| 128GB | $5.29/GB |
Also available from Rasalas
Same brand, different configurations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Rasalas 16GB (2x8) 1600MHz DDR3 compatible with my motherboard?
This module is compatible with Laptop โ DDR3 SO-DIMM. 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 $2.37/GB, this module is 81% below the overall DDR3 market average $/GB across all capacities. Deal score: 90/100. 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 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 Rasalas RAM compare to other brands?
Rasalas has 14 modules tracked with an average customer rating of 4.5โ . This specific module is 81% below the overall DDR3 market average $/GB. Browse all Rasalas 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.
What is the difference between a single 16GB stick and a 2ร8GB kit?
This is already a 2ร8GB 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 10โ30% compared to a single stick of the same total capacity.
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Expertly Curated by C.R. Vinoth Kumar
Lead Hardware AnalystC.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.
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