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NEMIX RAM

NEMIX RAM 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 2666 CL19 SODIMM for Apple Mac Mini 8,1 memory upgrade

SKU CH-AQA5-K3S2T

A 16 GB DDR4 SODIMM kit with two 8 GB modules rated at 2666 MT/s CL19 for Apple Mac Mini 8,1

  • Total capacity16 GB (2 × 8 GB)
  • Rated speedDDR4 2666 (PC4 21300)
  • ChipsetMajor OEM Samsung, Micron, Hynix
  • CAS latencyCL19
  • Buffer typeUnbuffered
  • Rated voltage1.2 V

Capacity 16GB 2X8GB

  • 16 GB kit (2 × 8 GB) doubles Mac Mini 8,1 memory
  • DDR4 2666 CL19 runs at 1.2 V for efficient speed
  • 260-pin SODIMM fits Mac Mini 8,1 slot exactly
  • Non-ECC unbuffered 2Rx8 design ensures stable operation
  • Major OEM chips from Samsung, Micron, Hynix guarantee quality

Mac Mini 8,1 DDR4 kit

This 16 GB kit contains two 8 GB DDR4 2666 SODIMM modules built for the Apple Mac Mini 8,1. The 260-pin unbuffered non-ECC design matches the factory memory slots without adapters. It suits owners who want a straightforward capacity increase for everyday workloads. Buyers needing ECC or registered modules should look elsewhere.

Thermals and power

Each module runs at 1.2 V standard DDR4 voltage and has no heat spreader, relying on the Mac Mini's internal airflow. The CL19 latency and 2Rx8 organisation keep power draw low during typical desktop use. No active cooling is required and the modules add negligible acoustic load to the system.

Deciding specification

The kit is validated for Mac Mini 8,1 only; the 260-pin DDR4 2666 form factor will not fit other Mac models or PC laptops that use different pin counts or speeds. Confirm the exact model identifier before ordering.

How it compares

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

Price $85.99
Cheaper than about 69% 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 $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 nameNEMIX RAM
Product lineApple iMac/Mac Mini Compatible Series Memory
Model nameApple DDR4 2666 MHz Non-ECC Unbuffered SODIMM
Part numberMS21300-828K2
Total capacity16 GB (2 × 8 GB)
Product type260-Pin DDR4 SODIMM
Performance
Rated speedDDR4 2666 (PC4 21300)
Processor
ChipsetMajor OEM Samsung, Micron, Hynix
Memory
CAS latencyCL19
ECC supportNo
Buffer typeUnbuffered
Heat spreaderNo
Memory rank2Rx8
Power
Rated voltage1.2 V
Compatibility
Compatible systemsApple
In the box
Included items16 GB (2 × 8 GB) DDR4 2666 MHz PC4-21300 2Rx8 1.2 V CL19 260-PIN Non-ECC Unbuffered SODIMM KIT

Questions about this item

How do I install the 260-pin SODIMM modules in the Mac Mini 8,1 and what step is often missed?

Remove the bottom cover, release the side clips on both slots, insert each module at an angle until the gold contacts disappear, then press down firmly until the clips click — the step often missed is fully seating both modules before replacing the cover.

What maintenance or replacement will this 16GB DDR4 kit need over time?

No scheduled maintenance is required; the modules have no heat spreader and run at 1.20V, so only replace them if a memory test reports errors or you need more than 16GB capacity.

What limit appears first when the Mac Mini 8,1 runs sustained workloads with this CL19 memory?

The 2666 MT/s data rate and CL19 latency set the bandwidth ceiling; under continuous load the memory controller hits that throughput limit before thermal throttling becomes a factor.

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