Why Upgrade Your Laptop RAM?
Adding RAM is the most cost-effective laptop upgrade. Going from 8GB to 16GB or 32GB dramatically improves multitasking, reduces lag when switching between apps, and eliminates the sluggishness caused by Windows swapping data to disk.
Best DDR5 SO-DIMM Kits
16GB (1x16GB): Crucial DDR5-5600 — £25-30. 32GB (2x16GB): Kingston Fury Impact DDR5-5600 — £55-65. 32GB (1x32GB): Crucial DDR5-4800 — £50-60 (for laptops with one free slot).
| Kit | Capacity | Buy |
|---|---|---|
| Crucial DDR5-5600 16GB | 1x16GB SO-DIMM | Check Price |
| Kingston Fury Impact DDR5-5600 32GB | 2x16GB SO-DIMM | Check Price |
Best DDR4 SO-DIMM Kits
8GB (1x8GB): Crucial DDR4-3200 — £15-18. 16GB (1x16GB): Crucial DDR4-3200 — £25-30. 32GB (2x16GB): Corsair Vengeance DDR4-3200 — £45-55.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know what RAM my laptop needs?
Check your model on our laptop upgrade guides, or use CPU-Z to identify your current RAM type and available slots.
Is it worth upgrading from 8GB to 16GB?
Yes — this is the single most impactful upgrade for most laptop users. It significantly improves multitasking performance.
Recommended DDR5 Laptop RAM
Kingston Technology
Kingston Technology ValueRAM memory module 16 GB 1 x 16 GB DDR5 6400 M
£234.58
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Kingston Technology KCP556US8-16 memory module 16 GB 1 x 16 GB DDR5 56
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Kingston Technology
Kingston Technology ValueRAM memory module 16 GB 1 x 16 GB DDR5 5600 M
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