Crucial
Crucial 16GB (8GBx2) DDR3L 1600MHz SODIMM Memory - Mac
★★★★★
Unleash the Potential of Your Mac with Enhanced Memory Boost your Mac's performance with this Crucial 16GB Kit, featuring two 8GB DDR3/DDR3L SODIMM modules. Designed to provide a seamless upgrade, these modules operate at 1600 MHz (PC3-12800) with a CL11 latency, ensuring reliable and efficient m...
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Overview
Unleash the Potential of Your Mac with Enhanced Memory
Boost your Mac's performance with this Crucial 16GB Kit, featuring two 8GB DDR3/DDR3L SODIMM modules. Designed to provide a seamless upgrade, these modules operate at 1600 MHz (PC3-12800) with a CL11 latency, ensuring reliable and efficient multitasking.
Specifications:
- Brand: Crucial
- Memory Size: 16GB (2 x 8GB)
- Memory Type: DDR3/DDR3L
- Speed: 1600 MHz (PC3-12800)
- Latency: CL11
- Pin Count: 204-Pin
- Form Factor: SODIMM
- Compatibility: Mac Systems (CT2K8G3S160BM / CT2C8G3S160BM)
Key Features
Increases system performance
Compatible with Mac systems. Compatibility Chart has been uploaded for customer reference. Kindly view it below Product Details
Meets or exceeds Apple's own quality requirements
Easy installation
100% Tested
Specifications
Total Capacity
16GB (8GBx2)
Memory Type
DDR3L SODIMM
Speed
1600MHz
Compatibility
Mac systems
Testing
100% Tested
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Significantly increases overall system performance by providing more memory.
- Specifically designed and verified for compatibility with Mac systems.
- Meets or exceeds Apple's own quality requirements, ensuring reliable operation.
- Offers easy installation, allowing users to upgrade their system with minimal effort.
- Each module is 100% tested, providing assurance of quality and functionality.
👎 Cons
- Compatibility is limited to Mac systems that use DDR3L SODIMM memory, not universal.
- The 1600MHz speed is specific to DDR3L and may not be suitable for systems requiring higher frequency DDR4 memory.
- The "L" in DDR3L indicates low voltage (1.35V) memory, which might not be compatible with older Macs requiring standard 1.5V DDR3.
- While installation is easy, users still need to open their Mac, which some may find daunting.
- The product features do not specify if this is ECC or non-ECC memory, which could be important for certain professional Mac workstations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total memory capacity of this Crucial kit?
This Crucial memory kit provides a total capacity of 16GB, consisting of two 8GB modules.
What type of memory is this, and what is its speed?
This is DDR3L SODIMM memory, operating at a speed of 1600MHz.
Is this memory specifically designed for Mac computers?
Yes, this memory is compatible with Mac systems and is designed to meet or exceed Apple's quality requirements.
Is installation of this memory difficult?
No, it is described as offering easy installation to increase system performance.
How can I verify if this memory is compatible with my specific Mac model?
A compatibility chart has been uploaded for customer reference, which can be viewed below the product details to help confirm suitability for your Mac.
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