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Two black 240-pin DDR3 DIMMs, 16GB total, no heat spreaders

OWC

OWC 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1333 PC3-10600 CL9 1.5V Desktop RAM

SKU CH-Q2PM-SK1CE

A 16GB dual-channel DDR3 kit running at 1333MHz with CL9 latency and 1.5V operation for desktop upgrades

  • Total capacity16 GB (2 × 8 GB)
  • Rated speedDDR3 1333 (PC3 10600)
  • CAS latencyCL9
  • Rated voltage1.5 V
  • Buffer typeUnbuffered
  • Kit configurationDual Channel Kit

Capacity 16GB (2 x 8GB)

  • 16 GB dual-channel kit doubles memory bandwidth for multitasking
  • DDR3 1333 PC3-10600 CL9 timing matches JEDEC spec for broad desktop compatibility
  • 5 V standard voltage keeps power draw low on supported platforms
  • Unbuffered non-ECC 240-pin DIMMs install easily in consumer motherboards
  • OWC 100 % compliant modules tested in-house for reliable upgrades

16GB dual-channel DDR3 kit

This kit delivers 16GB of DDR3 memory in two 8GB modules rated at 1333MHz with CL9 latency. It is built for desktop systems that accept 240-pin unbuffered DIMMs running at 1.5V. The modules comply with JEDEC PC3-10600 specifications and are non-ECC.

Replaces older DDR3 modules or smaller kits

Upgrading from a 4GB or 8GB DDR3 configuration to this 16GB kit is worthwhile when the platform supports the full capacity and the workload involves multiple open applications. The dual-channel layout matches the motherboard architecture for balanced throughput.

Steady throughput under load

Because the modules operate at the standard 1.5V JEDEC voltage, they maintain their rated 1333MHz speed without requiring elevated voltages that can increase heat. The absence of a heat spreader means airflow across the PCB is the primary cooling path, which is sufficient for typical desktop workloads.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Desktop RAM, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $50.99
Cheaper than about 65% of the 3,647 comparable items (median $90.99).
Total capacity 16 GB (2 × 8 GB)
Typical for this category: the median of 3,251 items is 16 GB.
Price per GB $3.19 per GB
Cheaper than about 90% of the 3,251 comparable items (median $6.75 per GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameOWC
Part number1U3D32R8016P
Total capacity16 GB (2 × 8 GB)
Product colorBlack
Performance
Rated speedDDR3 1333 (PC3 10600)
Memory
CAS latencyCL9
ECC supportNo
Buffer typeUnbuffered
Kit configurationDual Channel Kit
Heat spreaderNo
Power
Rated voltage1.5 V
Compatibility
Recommended forDesktops
More details
LED lightingNone

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Questions about this item

Will this 16GB kit fit a desktop that uses 240-pin DDR3 slots?

Yes, the modules are 240-pin unbuffered DDR3 DIMMs built to JEDEC PC3-10600 1333MHz CL9 1.5V specification, the standard for desktop DDR3 sockets.

Does the kit run at 1.5V or do I need a board that supports lower voltage?

The kit is rated at 1.5V; it requires a motherboard that supplies standard DDR3 1.5V power.

Can I add these two 8GB sticks alongside my existing 4GB DDR3 modules?

Mixing capacities works if the board supports the total 16GB per channel and all modules share 1333MHz CL9 1.5V timings; otherwise the system will downclock to the slowest stick.

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