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Black Diamond Memory

Black Diamond Memory BD8G2933MQ22 8GB DDR4 2933 CL21 memory upgrade

SKU CH-MGQF-614BX MPN BD8G2933MQ22

8 GB DDR4 2933 CL21 288-pin unbuffered module compatible with Dell, HP, Lenovo, Acer, Asus, MSI and Gigabyte desktops

  • Total capacity8 GB
  • Rated speedDDR4 2933 (PC4 23400)
  • CAS latencyCL21
  • Rated voltage1.2 V
  • Buffer typeUnbuffered
  • Memory rank1Rx8
  • 8GB capacity expands multitasking headroom for daily workloads
  • DDR4 2933 speed delivers responsive data throughput
  • CL21 latency keeps timing tight for stable operation
  • 20V unbuffered design runs cool in standard desktops
  • Tested compatibility across Dell HP Lenovo Acer Asus MSI Gigabyte systems

System-Specific DDR4 Upgrade

This 8 GB DDR4 module is built for owners of Dell, HP, Lenovo, Acer, Asus, MSI or Gigabyte desktops who need a straightforward capacity increase. It arrives as a single 288-pin unbuffered DIMM tested for broad brand compatibility.

Thermals, Noise and Power

Operating at the standard 1.20 V, the stick draws minimal power and adds no active cooling to the system. Passive operation means zero fan noise, while the low voltage keeps thermal contribution negligible inside any compatible chassis.

Upgrade Context

The module replaces an empty slot or a lower-capacity DDR4 stick in supported desktops. The jump is worthwhile when the platform accepts DDR4 2933 (PC4 23400) at CL21 and the user needs more memory for multitasking without changing the existing memory generation.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Model-Specific Memory Upgrades, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $80.99
Cheaper than about 70% of the 21,161 comparable items (median $397.99).
Total capacity 8 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 20,941 comparable items (median 32 GB).
Price per GB $10.12 per GB
Typical for this category: the median of 20,941 items is $8.19 per GB.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameBlack Diamond Memory
Model nameBD8G2933MQ22
Total capacity8 GB
Product type288-Pin DDR4 SDRAM
Performance
Rated speedDDR4 2933 (PC4 23400)
Memory
CAS latencyCL21
ECC supportNo
Buffer typeUnbuffered
Memory rank1Rx8
Power
Rated voltage1.2 V
Size & build
Shipping weight0.05 kg
Package size178 × 102 × 5 mm
Compatibility
Compatible systemsDell , HP, Lenovo, Acer, Asus, MSI, Gigabytes

Questions about this item

How do I install this 288-Pin DDR4 module and what step do people often miss?

Align the notch with the slot key, press down firmly until both retention clips click shut, then verify the system reports 2933 MT/s in BIOS.

What maintenance or replacement will this 1.20V unbuffered kit need later?

No scheduled maintenance; keep slots dust-free and replace only if memory errors appear or a capacity upgrade is desired.

What limit appears first under sustained load with CL21 timing?

The CAS latency of 21 cycles sets the baseline response time; sustained throughput is capped by the 23400 MB/s PC4 rating.

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