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PNY Performance 8GB DDR3 1600MHz CL11 Notebook Memory Kit (SODIMM) - MN8GK2D31600-Z Review

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Details

BrandPNY
Form FactorSO-DIMM
RAM Memory TechnologyDDR3 1600
Computer Memory Size8 GB
Memory Speed1600 MHz

Description of PNY Performance 8GB DDR3 1600MHz CL11 Notebook Memory Kit (SODIMM) - MN8GK2D31600-Z

Memory Type: DDR3. PC Type: Notebook. Frequency Speed (JEDEC): 1600MHz (PC3-12800). Latency (CAS): CL11. Voltage: 1.5V. XMP Support: No. Speed Compatibility: Compatible with 1600MHz, 1333MHz, 1066MHz. Warranty: Lifetime Warranty

Reviews

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Revainrating 1 out of 5

Doesn't work with HP Pavilion DV6-3150us laptop

I bought this memory while trying to upgrade my laptop from 4GB to 8GB max. However, I could not get this memory to work with my HP Pavilion DV6-3150us laptop. Now I'm stuck with storage I can't use, losing money and going back to 4GB.

Pros
  • Large selection
Cons
  • Can't remember

It took 6 months, 3 laptops and 30+ crashes to find out that these memory modules are the cause of all my problems. I went from machine to machine thinking it was one of the other components, a faulty OS installation, or a broken platform. I tried this on an existing Windows 8.1 installation, a Mac OSX computer, and eventually installed a fresh Windows 10 installation until I realized that this RAM module was the cause of the crashes on every computer. It was also difficult to diagnose as…

Pros
  • Great choice
Cons
  • Sad hardware

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Not compatible with 1066 MT/s systems despite product claims

The product appeared to be of quality construction but the compatibility information was not accurate. Revain product information and product packaging state that this kit is compatible with 1066 MT/s systems. This turned out not to be the case as it didn't work on two different 1066 MT/s laptops on which I tried to install the product. While I'm certainly not a professional computer engineer, I have a good knowledge of computers and do research when I have gaps in my understanding. As far as I

Pros
  • Brilliantly made
Cons
  • Disappears

Revainrating 1 out of 5

PNY is not a bad brand but they have a high failure rate

Unreliable products. PNY is a good brand but they have a high bounce rate. I bought 4 pcs SODIMM 8GB 1600MHz and 2 bad ones!. I have a Pendrive 128GB USB3.0 Turbo Performance from the same PNY and that's bad too. I bought a microSD 32GB UHS U3 and there are no problems with it, but are you talking about RAM and USB 3.0 Turbo Flash Drive? this is a different case. I will never buy PNY Performance 8GB DDR3 1600MHz CL11 Notebook (SODIMM) Memory MN8GSD31600 or https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FE…

Pros
  • It's done
Cons
  • Nothing here

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Fake product on computer components

This is not PNY memory RAM. This is FAKE and doesn't work. The packaging looks like the original, but the RAM says Essencore, not PNY. True PNY RAMs have a PNY label on the RAM. I added an image. Green RAM is real PNY. The black RAM is a fake I bought here.

Pros
  • High marks for support and durability from testers
Cons
  • I'm concerned

Revainrating 1 out of 5

cheap and works great.

Bought for $24 (2x4GB package) as an upgrade for my aging laptop, between new RAM and SSD laptop has gotten new life and runs fast. Works great, memory test passed without problems.

Pros
  • Good stuff
Cons
  • No machine

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Does exactly what it says on the tin

So far so good. Improved the performance of my mid 2012 Macbook Pro, I recommend spending a little money to get better performance. RAM is really easy to replace, I shake my head, surprised I didn't do it sooner! I chose this brand because it got the most positive feedback while searching for the right brand. Not disappointed so far - works great.

Pros
  • Nice packaging
Cons
  • Some problems

Revainrating 3 out of 5

My laptop is broken: Internals

This is the memory my laptop needs. Very easy installation, after installing the memory my laptop froze and wouldn't boot. I don't know if it was a bad reminder bar, but I know it was a waste of money.

Pros
  • New to my collection
Cons
  • Zero