ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2025) Gaming Laptop, 18†ROG FHD+ 16:10 144Hz, NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5050, AMD Ryzen™ 9 8940HX Mobile Processor, 16GB DDR5-5200Mhz, 1TB SSD, Wi-Fi 6E, Wind 11 Home
Current price
$259.00$16.19/GBAs of Jul 14, 2026 · Verify on Amazon · Price subject to change
$/GB vs DDR5 market avg
29% above avgAt $16.19/GB — DDR5 market rate.
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At a Glance
Limitations
- 29% above the overall DDR5 market average $/GB
- Limited review data — only 36 Amazon reviews
- Limited price history — recently added to tracking, trends not yet available
- Availability unconfirmed — may be out of stock or delisted
All points are derived from price data, customer ratings, and product specifications — not editorial opinion. Updated daily.
Is This RAM Right for You?
Based on 16GB DDR5 SO-DIMM specifications.
Laptop RAM — suitable for gaming laptops with compatible slots
16GB handles office apps, video calls, and multiple browser tabs comfortably
16GB works for 1080p editing with proxy workflows — 4K editing may require 32GB
SO-DIMM laptop RAM is not used in servers — servers require DIMM or RDIMM modules
SO-DIMM form factor — correct type for laptop memory upgrades. Verify your laptop has an accessible slot.
Verdicts based on capacity, form factor, and ECC specifications — not editorial opinion. Capacity recommendations reflect 2026 software requirements.
Price History
Updated daily — track price trends over time
Current
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$259.00
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$259.00
24d Avg
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Speed Ranking
Top 67%
5200MHz ranks in the top 67% of all DDR5 speeds tracked (1,496 modules).
Specifications
Memory TypeDDR generation (DDR4 vs DDR5) · guide | DDR5 |
CapacityTotal kit memory size · guide | 16GB |
| Kit Config | ⚠ Single stick — runs in single-channel mode. Buy 2× for dual-channel performance. |
SpeedFrequency in MT/s or MHz · guide | 5200MHz |
Form FactorDIMM (Desktop) vs SO-DIMM (Laptop) · guide | SO-DIMM |
ASIN | B0FGQW5J21 |
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Compatible Platforms
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Ranked by lowest $/GB. Same 16GB DDR5 SO-DIMM only. Prices updated daily.
DDR5 Price by Capacity
Average $/GB across all DDR5 modules in the database
| Capacity | Avg $/GB |
|---|---|
| 8GB | $17.89/GB |
| 16GBThis product | $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
16GB
$259.00$16.19/GBPrices are the lowest available in each tier from our daily database — verify on Amazon before purchasing. Only DDR5 SO-DIMM modules compared.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 16GB 5200MHz DDR5 compatible with my motherboard?
This module is compatible with Laptop — 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 $259.00 ($16.19/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 5200MHz 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. 5200MHz is a high-performance DDR5 speed tier.
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 12–16GB 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 2×8GB kit?
A single 16GB stick runs in single-channel mode, using only one memory channel. A 2×8GB kit of the same total capacity runs in dual-channel mode, doubling memory bandwidth and improving real-world performance by 10–30%. For best performance, always buy RAM in matched pairs.
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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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