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Green 204-pin DDR3L SO-DIMM module with black chips, no heat spreader

Kingston Technology Corp.

Kingston Technology Corp. KTL-TP3CL/8G 8GB DDR3L 1600 SO-DIMM memory upgrade

SKU CH-VQWD-NMZ1G MPN KTL-TP3CL/8G

8GB DDR3L 1600 SO-DIMM for select Lenovo laptops, 1.35V low voltage, CL11 unbuffered

  • Total capacity8 GB
  • Rated speedDDR3L 1600 (PC3L 12800)
  • CAS latencyCL11
  • Rated voltage1.35 V
  • Buffer typeUnbuffered
  • Memory rank2Rx8
  • 8GB capacity expands multitasking headroom for demanding workloads
  • DDR3L 1600 speed delivers 12.8Gbps bandwidth per channel
  • 35V low voltage reduces heat and extends battery life
  • 204-pin SO-DIMM form factor fits select Lenovo laptops
  • CL11 unbuffered design ensures stable, reliable operation

8 GB DDR3L SO-DIMM for Lenovo laptops

This 8 GB module uses 204-pin DDR3L technology and runs at 1600 MHz with a CAS latency of 11. It operates at 1.35 V to reduce heat and power draw in compatible notebooks. The unbuffered, non-ECC design fits select Lenovo systems requiring a 2Rx8 rank configuration.

Who this suits and who should look elsewhere

It suits owners of supported Lenovo laptops needing a single 8 GB upgrade at the specified speed and voltage. It is not for desktop computers, servers, or any system requiring registered, ECC, or 1.5 V standard DDR3 modules. Buyers needing higher capacity per slot or a different pin count must choose another part.

The deciding specification

The module is a 204-pin DDR3L SO-DIMM rated for 1600 MHz (PC3L 12800) at 1.35 V with CL11 timing. Verify that the target laptop accepts this exact form factor, voltage, speed, and 2Rx8 organisation before purchase.

How it compares

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

Price $25.99
Cheaper than about 87% 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 $3.25 per GB
Cheaper than about 88% of the 20,941 comparable items (median $8.19 per GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameKingston
Model nameKTL-TP3CL/8G
Total capacity8 GB
Product type204-Pin DDR3 SO-DIMM
Performance
Rated speedDDR3L 1600 (PC3L 12800)
Memory
CAS latencyCL11
ECC supportNo
Buffer typeUnbuffered
Memory rank2Rx8
Heat spreaderNo
Power
Rated voltage1.35 V
Size & build
Shipping weight0.02 kg
Package size81 × 46 × 11 mm
Compatibility
Compatible systemsLenovo

Questions about this item

How do I install this 204-pin DDR3L SO-DIMM in a compatible Lenovo laptop, and what step is often missed?

Power off the laptop, remove the battery if possible, open the memory compartment, align the notch on the module with the slot key, press firmly until the side clips click, then verify 8GB appears in BIOS.

What maintenance or replacement will this unbuffered 1.35V module need over time?

No scheduled maintenance is required; keep vents clear to manage heat, and replace only if a memory diagnostic reports errors or the system fails to recognise the full 8GB capacity.

What limit appears first when this CL11 1600MHz memory runs sustained workloads?

The CAS latency of 11 cycles at 1600MHz sets the response floor, so latency-sensitive tasks hit that timing ceiling before the 12.8 GB/s bandwidth limit is reached.

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