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Two green DDR3 DIMM sticks without heat spreaders

Computer Memory Solutions

Computer Memory Solutions CM10246412800DIMM 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600MHz CL11 Dell Optiplex 3020 memory upgrade

SKU CH-TE55-R1ZY4

A 16 GB kit of two 8 GB DDR3 1600 MHz CL11 unbuffered DIMMs built for the Dell Optiplex 3020

  • Total capacity16 GB (2 × 8 GB)
  • Rated speedDDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
  • ChipsetMajor Brand Chipset
  • CAS latencyCL11
  • Memory timings11-11-11
  • Rated voltage1.5 V
  • 16 GB dual-channel kit boosts multitasking on Dell Optiplex 3020
  • DDR3 1600 MHz CL11 timing delivers responsive desktop performance
  • 5 V unbuffered non-ECC modules install without BIOS changes
  • 240-pin DIMM form factor matches the system's two memory slots exactly
  • Major-brand chipset backed by CMS lifetime warranty for long-term reliability

Dell Optiplex 3020 memory kit

This 16 GB kit contains two 8 GB DDR3 modules built for the Dell Optiplex 3020 desktop. It is suited for owners who need to reach the system’s 16 GB maximum with a matched pair. The unbuffered non‑ECC design matches the factory specification for this platform.

CL11 1.5 V timing profile

The modules run at 1600 MHz with a CL11 11‑11‑11 latency at 1.5 V. This exact timing profile allows the Optiplex 3020 to operate at its rated DDR3 12800 speed without manual adjustment. No heat spreader is fitted, keeping the sticks low‑profile for the small chassis.

240‑pin DIMM installation

Installation is a standard 240‑pin DIMM insertion into the two available slots. The main difficulty is the tight space inside the Optiplex 3020 case, which can make seating both modules firmly a challenge. Buyers who need more than 16 GB or who use a different desktop cannot use this kit.

How it compares

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

Price $36.99
Cheaper than about 82% of the 21,161 comparable items (median $397.99).
Total capacity 16 GB (2 × 8 GB)
Lower than about 70% of the 20,941 comparable items (median 32 GB).
Price per GB $2.31 per GB
Cheaper than about 92% of the 20,941 comparable items (median $8.19 per GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameComputer Memory Solutions
Model nameCM10246412800DIMM
Total capacity16 GB (2 × 8 GB)
Product type240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM
Performance
Rated speedDDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
Processor
ChipsetMajor Brand Chipset
Memory
CAS latencyCL11
Memory timings11-11-11
ECC supportNo
Buffer typeUnbuffered
Memory rank2Rx8
Heat spreaderNo
Power
Rated voltage1.5 V
Compatibility
Compatible systemsDell Optiplex 3020 Destktop
In the box
Included items2 Memory RAM Sticks

Questions about this item

Will the 240-pin DDR3 modules need to be replaced if I upgrade to a newer motherboard?

Yes, the 240-pin DDR3 form factor is not compatible with newer motherboards, so a platform change will require new memory.

What limits performance first when the Dell Optiplex 3020 runs at 1600 MHz continuously?

The CL11 CAS latency and 1.5 V operating voltage set the timing and power ceiling for sustained workloads.

How much heat do the two 8 GB sticks produce without a heat spreader during all-day use?

The unbuffered DDR3 modules run at standard 1.5 V with no heat spreader, so they rely on case airflow to stay cool.

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