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Green rectangular 240-pin DDR3 DIMM module with black chips and gold contacts

A-Tech

A-Tech 8GB DDR3 1600MHz CL11 1.5V Desktop RAM for Crucial BLS8G3D1609DS1S00

SKU CH-6X7M-NTFE6

An 8 GB DDR3 1600 MHz CL11 1.5 V DIMM upgrade for compatible desktop systems

  • Total capacity8 GB
  • Rated speedDDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
  • ChipsetMajor Brand Chips
  • CAS latencyCL11
  • Tested speed1600
  • Rated voltage1.5 V
  • 8GB capacity adds headroom for multitasking
  • DDR3 1600MHz PC3-12800 speed matches system spec
  • CL11 latency keeps timing tight at stock voltage
  • 5V standard voltage ensures broad desktop compatibility
  • 240-pin DIMM form factor fits standard desktop slots

8GB DDR3 1600MHz Desktop Module

This 8GB DDR3 module runs at 1600MHz with CL11 latency and 1.5V operation. It is built as a non-ECC unbuffered DIMM for standard desktop systems. The kit targets users replacing Crucial BLS8G3D1609DS1S00 or equivalent part numbers. Compatibility covers both AMD and Intel platforms that accept DDR3 1600 memory.

Major Brand Chipset and Tested Reliability

Each module uses major brand chips and undergoes quality assurance testing before shipment. The testing process aims to deliver dependable performance for multitasking and heavier workloads. No extra software or accessories are included in the package. The only change is the memory capacity and speed provided by the stick itself.

240-Pin DIMM Installation Notes

Installation requires aligning the 240-pin DIMM with the motherboard slot and pressing until the retention clips engage. The module operates at standard 1.5V DDR3 voltage, so no BIOS voltage adjustment is normally needed. Common issues arise when the system does not support 8GB density per slot or expects a different CAS latency. Verify the motherboard specifications before fitting.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Desktop RAM, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $16.99
Cheaper than about 91% of the 3,647 comparable items (median $90.99).
Total capacity 8 GB
Lower than about 60% of the 3,251 comparable items (median 16 GB).
Price per GB $2.12 per GB
Cheaper than about 94% of the 3,251 comparable items (median $6.75 per GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameA-Tech
Total capacity8 GB
Performance
Rated speedDDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
Processor
ChipsetMajor Brand Chips
Memory
CAS latencyCL11
Tested speed1600
ECC supportNo
Buffer typeUnbuffered
Power
Rated voltage1.5 V
Compatibility
Recommended forAMD & Intel Compatible

Questions about this item

Does the 1.5V DDR3 DIMM need any periodic cleaning or component replacement after installation?

No, the unbuffered module has no moving parts or user-serviceable components; once seated in the 240-pin slot it runs maintenance-free for its service life.

What electrical limit appears first when the module runs at 1600 MHz continuously?

The fixed 1.50 V supply and CL11 timing set the thermal and signal-integrity ceiling; sustained loads stay within the standard DDR3 1600 specification.

How much heat and fan noise does the 8 GB stick add during all-day operation?

At standard 1.5 V the single rank module produces minimal heat, so case airflow normally handles it without any audible fan-speed increase.

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