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Crucial 16GB kit (8GBx2), 204-pin SODIMM, DDR3 PC3-12800,

This Crucial 16GB 1600 MHz DDR3 SO-DIMM laptop kit is $57.99 ($3.62/GB), 17% above similar peer $/GB. In stock on Amazon. Fits Laptop โ€” DDR3 SO-DIMM.

Type

DDR3

Capacity

16GB

Speed

1600 MHz

Price

$57.99

Current price

$57.99$3.62/GB

As of 31 Aug 2026, 04:15 UTC ยท Verify on Amazon ยท Price subject to change

17% above peer $/GB

$3.62/GB โ€” compare cheaper alternatives below

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Crucial 16GB 1600 MHz DDR3 RAM โ€” Crucial 16GB kit (8GBx2), 204-pin SODIMM, DDR3 PC3-12800,

Crucial

In Stock

Crucial 16GB kit (8GBx2), 204-pin SODIMM, DDR3 PC3-12800,

This Crucial 16GB 1600 MHz DDR3 SO-DIMM laptop kit is $57.99 ($3.62/GB), 17% above similar peer $/GB. In stock on Amazon. Fits Laptop โ€” DDR3 SO-DIMM.

DDR316GB1600 MHz

At a Glance

Strengths

  • 50+ bought in past month โ€” indicates active demand
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty from Crucial

Limitations

  • 17% above the 16GB DDR3 peer median $/GB
  • No customer reviews available yet on Amazon
  • Price near its tracked high of $59.99

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

Consider waiting

Price is near its tracked high of $59.99 โ€” in the top 25% of its recorded range. Prices may fall.

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Specifications

Catalog data as of 31 Aug 2026, 04:15 UTC

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
1600 MHz
Form FactorDIMM (Desktop) vs SO-DIMM (Laptop) ยท guide
SO-DIMM
ASIN
B007B5S52C

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Price History

Updated daily โ€” track price trends over time

Current

$57.99

100d Low

$25.15

100d High

$59.99

100d Avg

$52.74

vs this kit's history

Current price is 0.4ฯƒ above the tracked average of $52.74 - within a normal band for this ASIN.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Crucial 16GB 1600 MHz 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?

Price is near its tracked high of $59.99 โ€” in the top 25% of its recorded range. Prices may fall. At $57.99 ($3.62/GB), consider waiting for a dip or compare cheaper alternatives below. Prices are updated daily from Amazon.

What is 1600 MHz RAM used for?

This RAM module is designed for laptop and mobile systems using SO-DIMM slots. Check your system's specifications to confirm compatibility before purchasing.

How does Crucial RAM compare to other brands?

Crucial has 124 modules tracked with an average customer rating of 4.6โ˜…. Browse all Crucial 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.

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Compatibility & buying details

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

Is This RAM Right for You?

Based on 16GB DDR3 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.

Price Range

Tracked low

$25.15

Current

$57.99

Tracked high

$59.99

Near tracked high

Speed Ranking

Top 13%

1600 MHz ranks in the top 13% of all DDR3 speeds tracked (422 modules).

SlowestFastest

About Crucial

4.6โ˜…

avg rating

124

products tracked

Browse all Crucial RAM pricesLimited Lifetime Warranty

Compatible Platforms

Laptop โ€” DDR3 SO-DIMM

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$4.16/GB
16GBThis product$3.09/GB
32GB$3.50/GB
64GB$3.13/GB
128GB$7.87/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 SO-DIMM in each tier today.

Current

16GB

$57.99$3.62/GB

โ† Step down

8GB

$11.99$1.50/GBSave $46.00See cheapest 8GB

Step up

32GB

$74.99$2.34/GB+$17.00 moreSee cheapest 32GB

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

Also available from Crucial

Same brand, different configurations

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Crucial 2GB, 204-pin SODIMM, DDR3 PC3-12800,

DDR32GB

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Crucial 4GB Single DDR3 1066 MT/s (PC3-8500) CL7 SODIMM 204-Pin Notebook Memory Module CT51264BC1067

DDR34GB

Crucial

Crucial 32GB Kit (16GBx2), 204-pin SODIMM, DDR3 PC3-12800,

DDR332GB
$299.79

Crucial

Crucial 8GB Kit (4GBx2), 204-pin SODIMM, DDR3 PC3-12800,

DDR38GB

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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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