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Computer Memory Solutions

Computer Memory Solutions CM512648500SODRH 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1066MHz SODIMM MacBook Pro 15" Mid-2010

SKU CH-GKZ0-XRSJQ

Two 4 GB DDR3 1066 MHz SODIMM modules for a 15-inch MacBook Pro from mid-2010

  • Total capacity8 GB (2 × 4 GB)
  • Rated speedDDR3 1066 (PC3 8500)
  • ChipsetMajor Brand Chipset
  • CAS latencyCL7
  • Memory timings7-7-7
  • Rated voltage1.5 V
  • 8 GB dual-channel kit boosts multitasking headroom on Mid-2010 15″ MacBook Pro
  • DDR3 1066 MHz CL7 timing matches factory spec for stable operation
  • 204-pin SO-DIMM form factor fits the two factory memory slots exactly
  • Unbuffered non-ECC modules install without configuration changes
  • 5 V JEDEC voltage ensures cool, reliable running

MacBook Pro 15" Mid-2010 upgrade kit

This 8GB kit contains two 4GB DDR3 1066MHz SODIMM modules built for the Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch Mid-2010 with a 2.8 GHz Core i7 processor. It targets owners of that specific model who need to reach the factory memory ceiling without guessing compatibility. Each stick is unbuffered, non-ECC and rated at CL7 7-7-7 timing.

Dual-channel SO-DIMM pair for the two factory slots

The kit fills both 204-pin slots native to the Mid-2010 15-inch MacBook Pro, delivering dual-channel bandwidth at 1.5V. No heat spreaders are fitted, so the modules sit flush under the factory door. Installation requires only a screwdriver and the standard macOS memory test; no firmware updates or voltage changes are involved.

8GB total matches Apple's official maximum

The 8GB capacity equals the limit Apple published for this model, letting the system run modern browsers, virtual machines and creative suites without paging. Users who need more than 8GB will find this kit cannot exceed the official specification, so they must look elsewhere for higher-density solutions.

How it compares

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Price $38.99
Cheaper than about 81% of the 21,161 comparable items (median $397.99).
Total capacity 8 GB (2 × 4 GB)
Lower than about 80% of the 20,941 comparable items (median 32 GB).
Price per GB $4.87 per GB
Cheaper than about 78% of the 20,941 comparable items (median $8.19 per GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameComputer Memory Solutions
Model nameCM512648500SODRH
Total capacity8 GB (2 × 4 GB)
Product type204-Pin DDR3 SO-DIMM
Performance
Rated speedDDR3 1066 (PC3 8500)
Processor
ChipsetMajor Brand Chipset
Memory
CAS latencyCL7
Memory timings7-7-7
ECC supportNo
Buffer typeUnbuffered
Memory rank2Rx8
Heat spreaderNo
Power
Rated voltage1.5 V
Compatibility
Compatible systemsApple Macbook Pro "Core I7 in 2.8 15 in Mid-2010
In the box
Included items2 Memory RAM Sticks

Questions about this item

Does the 1066 MHz DDR3 speed create a bottleneck when the MacBook Pro 15" Mid-2010 runs memory-heavy tasks for hours?

The modules run at the 1066 MHz DDR3 speed the Mid-2010 15-inch MacBook Pro was designed for, so sustained workloads stay within the platform's native memory bandwidth.

How much heat or fan noise do the two 4 GB sticks add during all-day operation?

Unbuffered 1.5 V DDR3 SO-DIMMs without heat spreaders add minimal thermal load; the MacBook Pro's existing cooling handles the extra memory without audible fan changes.

Will this 8 GB kit work in my Mid-2010 15-inch MacBook Pro if it currently has the factory 4 GB installed?

Yes — the kit provides two 4 GB sticks for the two SO-DIMM slots, matching the model's 8 GB maximum and replacing the original modules directly.

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