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product_id: 1677294
title: "Corsair 16GB XMS3 (2x 8GB) DDR3 SDRAM 1600MHz 240-Pin 16 Dual Channel Kit DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) CMX16GX3M2A1600C11"
brand: "corsair"
price: "$107.04"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 9
category: "Corsair"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/1677294-corsair-16gb-xms3-2x-8gb-ddr3-sdram-1600mhz-240-pin
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region: United States of America
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# 1600MHz blazing speed 16GB dual-channel capacity 1.5V low power efficiency Corsair 16GB XMS3 (2x 8GB) DDR3 SDRAM 1600MHz 240-Pin 16 Dual Channel Kit DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) CMX16GX3M2A1600C11

**Brand:** corsair
**Price:** $107.04
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Upgrade your workflow with Corsair’s powerhouse DDR3 RAM — because speed waits for no one!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Corsair 16GB XMS3 (2x 8GB) DDR3 SDRAM 1600MHz 240-Pin 16 Dual Channel Kit DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) CMX16GX3M2A1600C11 by corsair
- **How much does it cost?** $107.04 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- corsair enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted corsair brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Rock-Solid Stability:** Engineered with noise-immune data lines and optimized clock skew for unwavering reliability.
- • **Blazing 1600MHz Speed:** Turbocharge multitasking and demanding apps with lightning-fast DDR3 performance.
- • **Plug & Play Simplicity:** Effortless installation—just slide, clip, and power up your system without hassle.
- • **Trusted Corsair Quality:** Join thousands of pros who rely on Corsair’s legendary durability and performance.
- • **Massive 16GB Dual-Channel Kit:** Upgrade your rig with 2x8GB modules for seamless productivity and future-proof expansion.

## Overview

The Corsair XMS3 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 SDRAM kit delivers 1600MHz speed with low 1.5V power consumption, designed for rock-solid stability in demanding applications. Featuring dual-channel architecture and JEDEC-compliant six-layer PCB, it ensures reliable, noise-immune performance. Ideal for professionals seeking a seamless memory upgrade with easy installation and trusted Corsair durability.

## Description

corsair Memory Is Specifically Designed For Rock-solid Stability In Demanding Applications. Data Lines Are Carefully Engineered For Noise Immunity; Clock Lines Are Optimized For Minimum Skew. All Modules Use Jedec-compliant Six-layer.

Review: One of the top brands didn't fail in delivering. - Fast, stable, reliable, durable, you can't beat what you get in this ram. I have pushed this with hungry software and it stands up like a champ and screams "give me more!". Easy to install like any other memory card, just slide and clip them in. You just can't beat Corsair. Well worth the value!
Review: 16 G memory upgrade Dell xps8300 - Corsair XMS3 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1333 MHz (PC3 10666) Desktop Memory 1.5V I ordered these to upgrade a Dell xps8300 desktop computer from 8G to 16G. The factory-installed memory was in the form of four 2GB modules (one in each of the available memory slots). This product consists of two 8GB modules, so there is still room to expand to 32GB total, although the system only recognizes 16G without some tweaking. Based on the instructions that came with the memory kit and the Dell users manual, the modules need to go into the slots marked 1 and 2 (not contiguous but easily identified by number '1' and '2' and also the fact that these two slots have white latches versus black for the other two). The last of the attached pictures shows the layout. Removing the old units was easy once they were exposed. The main detail is to move the spaghetti of power cables out of the way to get a clear handle on them. Just press down on the two latches per slot and the modules slipped out without requiring any force. Likewise the new modules slipped in easily and lifting up on the latches while holding the card down worked smoothly. After turning on the power, everything booted up as usual without issue. Checking the installed memory via System information, it showed 16GB installed memory. I also ran Dell diagnostics to check everything and everything passed. I've only had them installed for a couple of weeks so I can't rate the durability (other reviewers have noted failure after months of use) but for value and apparent quality, I gave it 5 stars. Did it make a difference? Well it didn't hurt :) The performance rating from the System dialog (for what it may be worth) didn't change much between before and after the upgrade. But I think I can say it did speed up loading Shadow of the Tomb Raider game on Steam slightly, though not much difference in actual game play. The biggest factor there is probably the graphics card, and that's another jump up in $$$. System: Dell xps8300 (Aug 2011) Intel Core i7-2600 @3.4 GHz 64 bit Windows 7 Ultimate SP1 Graphics card nVidia GEForce GT 530

## Features

- Density: 16GB (2x8GB Module)
- Speed: 1600MHz
- Timing: 11-11-11-30
- Pin Out: 240 Pin
- Voltage: 1.50V
- Memory Type: DDR3; Speed: 1600MHz

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B006ZINK0S |
| Best Sellers Rank | #993 in Computer Memory |
| Brand | Corsair |
| Color | Multicolor |
| Computer Memory Type | DDR3 SDRAM |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (5,017) |
| Date First Available | January 17, 2012 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6 x 5.38 x 0.63 inches |
| Item Weight | 3.2 ounces |
| Item model number | CMX16GX3M2A1600C11 |
| Manufacturer | Corsair |
| Memory Speed | 1600 MHz |
| Number of Processors | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 6 x 5.38 x 0.63 inches |
| RAM | 8 GB DDR3 |
| Series | Corsair XMS3 |
| Voltage | 1.5 Volts |
| Wireless Type | Radio Frequency |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Corsair
- **Compatible Devices:** Intel and AMD platforms
- **Computer Memory Size:** 8 GB
- **Memory Speed:** 1600 MHz
- **RAM Memory Technology:** DDR3

## Images

![Corsair 16GB XMS3 (2x 8GB) DDR3 SDRAM 1600MHz 240-Pin 16 Dual Channel Kit DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) CMX16GX3M2A1600C11 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31XlF4rc+WL.jpg)
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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does this work on a gigabyte z68ap-d3 motherboard?**
A: Yes I had no issues with it

**Q: Hello, do you know if this 16 GB memory pack would be compatible with macbook pro?**
A: These are full sized RAM sticks, designed for a desktop computer. I don't believe they'd fit inside of a Macbook Pro Laptop, no.

**Q: if u have a computer with xms2 will it affect if u switch it to xms3?**
A: Hello. XMS3 will not work in your computer. XMS2 is DDR2 memory. XMS3 is DDR3 memory. The rails that the memory sticks go into will not accept them as they will be keyed differently. It's a completely different memory arcitecture.

**Q: This memory is independently listed by Both the Bios and by Microsoft Windows as being 1333 MHZ. But it is sold to the Public as 1600 Mhz. Which one?**
A: I am assuming you mean that you bought the 1600 Mhz brand as listed in the description, but the bios and OS do not show it as running at 1600 Mhz.  Sometimes you have to go into the bios and change the memory speed so that it runs at the designated speed.  You will have to refer to your bios instructions as to how you make that adjustment.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One of the top brands didn't fail in delivering.
*by R***L on December 31, 2025*

Fast, stable, reliable, durable, you can't beat what you get in this ram. I have pushed this with hungry software and it stands up like a champ and screams "give me more!". Easy to install like any other memory card, just slide and clip them in. You just can't beat Corsair. Well worth the value!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 16 G memory upgrade Dell xps8300
*by R***B on November 22, 2018*

Corsair XMS3 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1333 MHz (PC3 10666) Desktop Memory 1.5V I ordered these to upgrade a Dell xps8300 desktop computer from 8G to 16G. The factory-installed memory was in the form of four 2GB modules (one in each of the available memory slots). This product consists of two 8GB modules, so there is still room to expand to 32GB total, although the system only recognizes 16G without some tweaking. Based on the instructions that came with the memory kit and the Dell users manual, the modules need to go into the slots marked 1 and 2 (not contiguous but easily identified by number '1' and '2' and also the fact that these two slots have white latches versus black for the other two). The last of the attached pictures shows the layout. Removing the old units was easy once they were exposed. The main detail is to move the spaghetti of power cables out of the way to get a clear handle on them. Just press down on the two latches per slot and the modules slipped out without requiring any force. Likewise the new modules slipped in easily and lifting up on the latches while holding the card down worked smoothly. After turning on the power, everything booted up as usual without issue. Checking the installed memory via System information, it showed 16GB installed memory. I also ran Dell diagnostics to check everything and everything passed. I've only had them installed for a couple of weeks so I can't rate the durability (other reviewers have noted failure after months of use) but for value and apparent quality, I gave it 5 stars. Did it make a difference? Well it didn't hurt :) The performance rating from the System dialog (for what it may be worth) didn't change much between before and after the upgrade. But I think I can say it did speed up loading Shadow of the Tomb Raider game on Steam slightly, though not much difference in actual game play. The biggest factor there is probably the graphics card, and that's another jump up in $$$. System: Dell xps8300 (Aug 2011) Intel Core i7-2600 @3.4 GHz 64 bit Windows 7 Ultimate SP1 Graphics card nVidia GEForce GT 530

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Been buying Corsair memory for awhile, loving it more than Kingston
*by B***W on November 19, 2012*

I've preferred Kingston for years when it comes to memory, but lately I've been going with Corsair. Same, if not better specs, than similarly priced Kingston products, and the same warranty. Lifetime warranties are a must whenever you can get them in the electronics world, ESPECIALLY with memory. Will memory fail you? At some point, yes. I have about 1 stick of RAM die every 3 years, with constant use. The XMS lineup has performed extremely well with simple setups as well as heavily overclocked setups of mine, which run liquid cooling. For the price, you can't go wrong--seriously. This particular stick, 1x4GB, is in an HTPC system running XP3. I've used their other sticks as well, 2x4, 4x8, etc. AWesome stuff. PROS: * Price - excellent price point, the same or better than Kingston * Performance - For the price, it's outstanding * Longevity - This stuff is as strong as a horse * Warranty - It's lifetime, hands-down that's awesome TECH TIP: You can almost always buy memory which is rated for a higher speed than what your motherboard or CPU uses. For instance, if your motherboard/CPU says it uses 1333mhz DDR3, you can use 1600mhz in almost every single situation. It'll simply clock down to the lower speeds. There's a slight advantage to doing this also, it allows you to run more aggressive timing when doing extreme overclocking. Remember, your mileage may vary, and "almost always" doesn't mean "always".

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