Kingston ValueRAM 4GB DDR3-1333 CL9 SODIMM Black
Kingston
21 Overall Score
vs
Timetec
Timetec
47 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Kingston ValueRAM 4GB DDR3-1333 CL9 SODIMM Black
78 out of 100 high confidence 35 reviews
This Kingston 4GB DDR3 SO-DIMM is widely praised for its reliability, compatibility with many older laptops and NAS devices, and fast shipping. Most users report it works perfectly as a drop-in upgrade, significantly improving performance in systems like the 2011 MacBook Pro, HP G72, and ASUSTOR NAS. However, a few verified buyers experienced incompatibility or failure within a year, and some Q&A responses note it did not work in certain Gateway models. Overall, it is a solid, affordable memory upgrade for compatible systems.
Pros
- Reliable Kingston build quality
- Works with many older laptops and NAS
- Fast shipping and easy installation
- Affordable price for upgrade
- Lifetime warranty support
Cons
- Incompatible with some laptops
- Failed within a year for some users
- Not suitable for all systems
- Confusing compatibility information
Compatibility 12
Reliability 10
Performance improvement 8
Value for money 6
Shipping speed 5
Ease of installation 4
Timetec
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Budget
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Server
Specifications
| Kingston ValueRAM | Timetec | |
|---|---|---|
| Memory | ||
| Type | DDR3 | DDR4★ |
| Form Factor | SODIMM | UDIMM |
| Total Capacity | ||
| Modules | 1 | 1 |
| Per Module | ||
| Pins | 204 | 288 |
| Rank | 1Rx8 | 1Rx8 |
| Performance | ||
| Speed | ||
| CAS Latency | 9★ | 22 |
| Voltage | 1.5 | 1.2000000476837158★ |
| Class | ||
| ECC | ✗ | ✗ |
| Registered | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Heat Spreader | ✗ | — |
Pros & Cons
Kingston ValueRAM 4GB DDR3-1333 CL9 SODIMM Black
- Strong affordability (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong latency (67th percentile)
- Below average speed (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average social proof (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average capacity (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average feature (18th percentile)18th %ile
Timetec
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average feature (18th percentile)18th %ile
- Below average capacity (23rd percentile)
Pricing
Kingston ValueRAM 4GB DDR3-1333 CL9 SODIMM Black0.687score per dollar
vs
Timetec0.810score per dollar
Timetec offers 1.2x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Timetec
Scores 47 overall, wins 5 of 5 usage categories and 5 of 13 specs.
