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$16.22/GB

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Samsung 16GB 5600MHz DDR5 RAM โ€” Samsung 16GB DDR5 5600MHz PC5-44800 CL46 SODIMM 1Rx8 Single Rank 1.1V 262-Pin Laptop, Notebook RAM Memory (44800 CL46)

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

This Samsung 16GB 5600MHz DDR5 SO-DIMM laptop kit is $259.49 ($16.22/GB). In stock on Amazon. Fits Laptop โ€” DDR5 SO-DIMM. 44800 CL46 variant.

DDR516GB5600MHzCL465โ˜… (4)

At a Glance

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  • Limited review data โ€” only 4 Amazon reviews
  • Price near its tracked high of $264.50

All points are derived from price data, customer ratings, and product specifications โ€” not editorial opinion. Updated daily.

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Price is near its tracked high of $264.50 โ€” in the top 25% of its recorded range. Prices may fall.

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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
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
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
B0DTJJ3W9X

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Price History

Updated daily โ€” track price trends over time

Current

$259.49

103d Low

$224.00

103d High

$264.50

103d Avg

$241.71

Deal score

54/100

vs this kit's history

Current price is 1.3ฯƒ above the tracked average of $241.71 - higher than typical for this ASIN.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Samsung 16GB 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?

Price is near its tracked high of $264.50 โ€” in the top 25% of its recorded range. Prices may fall. At $259.49 ($16.22/GB), consider waiting for a dip or compare cheaper alternatives below. 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 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?

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 matched multi-stick kit?

A single 16GB stick runs in single-channel mode. A matched 2ร—8GB 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.

Similar DDR5 RAM

A-Tech

A-Tech 16GB DDR5 5600MHz PC5-44800 CL46 SODIMM 1.1V Non-ECC Unbuffered SO-DIMM 262-Pin Laptop Computer RAM Memory Upgrade Module

DDR516GB5600MHz
$244.99

A-Tech

A-Tech 16GB DDR5 4800MHz PC5-38400 CL40 SODIMM 1.1V Non-ECC Unbuffered SO-DIMM 262-Pin Laptop Computer RAM Memory Upgrade Module

DDR516GB4800MHz
$219.93

A-Tech

A-Tech 16GB DDR5 5200MHz PC5-41600 CL42 SODIMM 1Rx8 Single Rank 1.1V Non-ECC Unbuffered SO-DIMM 262-Pin Laptop Computer RAM Memory Upgrade Module

DDR516GB5200MHz
$220.49

ADATA

ADATA DDR5 5600 SO-DIMM Memory Module - 16GB High Bandwidth Laptop Memory Module (RAM) - High-Speed 5600MHz - Automatic Error Correction - Compatible with AMD & Intel Platforms - AD5S560016G-S

DDR516GB5600MHz
$278.72

Compatibility & buying details

Use cases, platforms, motherboard notes, upgrade math, and analyst notes

Is This RAM Right for You?

Based on 16GB DDR5 SO-DIMM specifications.

Gamingโœ“ Good fit

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

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

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.

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.

See cheaper matching variant โ†’

Price Range

Tracked low

$224.00

Current

$259.49

Tracked high

$264.50

Near tracked high

Speed Ranking

Top 39%

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

SlowestFastest

About Samsung

4.7โ˜…

avg rating

140

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

Laptop โ€” DDR5 SO-DIMM

Always verify with your motherboard's QVL before purchasing.

DDR5 Price by Capacity

Average $/GB across all DDR5 modules in the database

CapacityAvg $/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 SO-DIMM in each tier today.

Current

16GB

$259.49$16.22/GB

โ† Step down

8GB

$105.00$13.13/GBSave $154.49See cheapest 8GB

Step up

32GB

$228.00$7.13/GBSave $31.49 vs currentSee cheapest 32GB

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

DDR58GB5600MHz
$133.99

Samsung

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

DDR532GB5600MHz
$499.00

Samsung

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

DDR532GB4800MHz
$399.99

Samsung

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

DDR58GB5600MHz
$125.59
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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.

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