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Green 204-pin DDR3 SO-DIMM memory module with black chips

Crucial

Crucial CT8G3S160BM 8GB DDR3 1600 SO-DIMM memory upgrade

SKU CH-D7EK-YCQAE MPN CT8G3S160BM

8GB DDR3 1600 SO-DIMM module with CL11 latency and dual 1.35V/1.5V operation for compatible Apple notebooks

  • Total capacity8 GB
  • Rated speedDDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
  • CAS latency11
  • Rated voltage1.35 V/1.5 V
  • Buffer typeUnbuffered
  • Product type204-Pin DDR3 SO-DIMM
  • 8GB capacity lets you run more apps simultaneously
  • DDR3 1600 MT/s speed boosts data transfer for responsive multitasking
  • CL11 latency reduces delays in memory access
  • Dual-voltage 1.35V/1.5V operation matches Mac power requirements
  • 204-pin SO-DIMM form factor fits compatible Apple notebooks

Mac notebook upgrade

This 8 GB DDR3 SO-DIMM is built for Apple notebooks that accept 204-pin memory. It adds capacity to systems running at 1600 MT/s and helps improve responsiveness in everyday tasks.

Thermals and power

The module operates at either 1.35 V or 1.5 V without active cooling. As an unbuffered, non-ECC part it draws minimal power and runs silently inside the notebook chassis.

Deciding specification

The 204-pin DDR3 1600 interface with CL11 latency determines whether the module fits and runs at the correct speed. Buyers whose notebooks require a different pin count, voltage range or DDR generation cannot use this part.

How it compares

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

Price $42.99
Cheaper than about 79% 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).
CAS latency 11
Lower than about 90% of the 483 comparable items (median 22).
Price per GB $5.37 per GB
Cheaper than about 72% of the 20,941 comparable items (median $8.19 per GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameCrucial
Model nameCT8G3S160BM
Total capacity8 GB
Product type204-Pin DDR3 SO-DIMM
Performance
Rated speedDDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
Memory
CAS latency11
ECC supportNo
Buffer typeUnbuffered
Power
Rated voltage1.35 V/1.5 V
Size & build
Shipping weight0.04 kg
Package size177 × 123 × 13 mm
Compatibility
Compatible withFor Apple Notebook

Questions about this item

How do I install this 204-pin DDR3 SO-DIMM in my Mac notebook, and what step is often missed?

Power off the Mac, remove the battery if accessible, open the memory door, align the notch on the 204-pin module with the slot key, press firmly until the side clips click; the step often missed is pressing hard enough to fully seat both clips.

What maintenance or replacement will this 8GB DDR3 1600 module need over time?

No scheduled maintenance is required; keep the slot and contacts dust-free, and replace the module only if memory errors appear or a larger capacity is desired.

What limit appears first when this CL11 1.35V/1.5V memory runs under sustained load?

The DDR3 1600 MT/s data rate and CL11 latency set the throughput ceiling; the memory controller will throttle before voltage or temperature becomes a bottleneck.

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