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Samsung 8GB 5600MHz DDR5 RAM module โ€” Samsung 8GB DDR5 5600MHz PC5-44800 CL46 SODIMM 1Rx16 Single Rank 1.1V 262-Pin Laptop RAM Memory M425R1GB4BB0-CWM, 1 Module

Samsung

Samsung 8GB DDR5 5600MHz PC5-44800 CL46 SODIMM 1Rx16 Single Rank 1.1V 262-Pin Laptop RAM Memory M425R1GB4BB0-CWM, 1 Module

In Stock
DDR58GB5600MHzCL46SO-DIMM
4.8(163 reviews)
๐Ÿ›’ 100+ bought in past month

Available Styles / Variations:

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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.

Current price

$119.00$14.88/GB

As of Jul 14, 2026 ยท Verify on Amazon ยท Price subject to change

$/GB vs DDR5 market avg

18% above avg
This product$14.88/GB
$14.88
DDR5 market avg$12.56/GB
$12.56

At $14.88/GB โ€” DDR5 market rate.

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Fair price

Price is in the middle of its tracked range ($114.98 low โ€” $124.99 high). No strong signal either way.

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At a Glance

Strengths

  • 4.8โ˜… rating across 163 Amazon reviews
  • 100+ bought in past month โ€” indicates active demand

Limitations

  • 18% above the overall DDR5 market average $/GB
  • 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.

Is This RAM Right for You?

Based on 8GB DDR5 SO-DIMM specifications.

Gamingโœ“ Good fit

Laptop RAM โ€” suitable for gaming laptops with compatible slots

Office / Schoolโœ“ Good fit

8GB handles basic office tasks โ€” may slow with many tabs open

Content Creationโœ• Not suited

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

Server / NASโœ• Not suited

SO-DIMM laptop RAM is not used in servers โ€” servers require DIMM or RDIMM modules

Laptop Upgradeโœ“ Ideal

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

$119.00

57d Low

$114.98

57d High

$124.99

57d Avg

$118.74

Price Range

Tracked low

$114.98

Current

$119.00

Tracked high

$124.99

Mid-range

Speed Ranking

Top 36%

5600MHz ranks in the top 36% of all DDR5 speeds tracked (1,496 modules).

SlowestFastest

About Samsung

4.7โ˜…

avg rating

140

products tracked

Browse all Samsung RAM prices

Z-Score Deviation

B

Fair / Average Price

Deviation: 0.12ฯƒ

This product is currently priced within normal historical margins.

Avg: $118.74StdDev: ยฑ$2.20

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.

Specifications

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) ยท guide
SO-DIMM
ASIN
B0D2LX9TGH

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Compatible Platforms

Laptop โ€” DDR5 SO-DIMM

Always verify with your motherboard's QVL before purchasing.

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DDR5 Price by Capacity

Average $/GB across all DDR5 modules in the database

CapacityAvg $/GB
8GBThis product$17.89/GB
16GB$19.10/GB
32GB$19.54/GB
64GB$20.84/GB
128GB$25.20/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 SO-DIMM in each tier today.

Current

8GB

$119.00$14.88/GB

Step up

16GB

$169.00$10.56/GB+$50.00 moreSee cheapest 16GB

Prices are the lowest available in each tier from our daily database โ€” verify on Amazon before purchasing. Only DDR5 SO-DIMM modules compared.

Also available from Samsung

Same brand, different configurations

Samsung

Samsung 32GB DDR5 5600MHz PC5-44800 CL46 SODIMM 2Rx8 Dual Rank 1.1V 262-Pin Laptop RAM Memory M425R4GA3BB0-CWM

DDR532GB5600MHz
$392.00

Samsung

Samsung 32GB DDR5 4800MHz PC5-38400 CL40 SODIMM 2Rx8 Dual Rank 1.1V 262-Pin Laptop RAM Memory M425R4GA3BB0-CQK, 1 Module

DDR532GB4800MHz
$361.50

Samsung

Samsung 16GB DDR5 5600MHz PC5-44800 CL46 SODIMM 1Rx8 Single Rank 1.1V 262-Pin Laptop, Notebook RAM Memory M425R2GA3PB0-CWM

DDR516GB5600MHz
$238.99

Samsung

Samsung 16GB DDR5 5600MHz PC5-44800 SODIMM 1Rx8 Single Rank CL46 1.1v 262pin Non-ECC M425R2GA3BB0-CWM Laptop Notebook RAM Memory Upgrade

DDR516GB5600MHz
$258.50

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Samsung 8GB 5600MHz DDR5 compatible with my motherboard?

This module is compatible with Laptop โ€” DDR5 SO-DIMM. 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 $119.00 ($14.88/GB), this module is priced near the DDR5 market average. Check the price history chart above to see if prices have been trending up or down recently.

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 Samsung RAM compare to other brands?

Samsung has 140 modules tracked with an average customer rating of 4.7โ˜…. Browse all Samsung 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?

A single 8GB stick runs in single-channel mode, using only one memory channel. A 2ร—4GB 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.

$119.00$14.88/GB
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