Crucial RAM 8GB (1 X 8GB) DDR5 4800MHz CL40 SODIMM Laptop Memory (CT8G48C40S5,Black)

The Crucial CT8G48C40S5 is an 8GB DDR5 SODIMM module designed for DDR5-compatible laptops and notebooks. As a SODIMM form factor module, it fits the compact memory slots found in most modern thin-and-light laptops, ultrabooks, and mobile workstations that support the DDR5 standard. DDR5 represents a significant step forward from DDR4, offering higher base speeds and improved power efficiency by operating at a lower voltage. The CT8G48C40S5 runs at 4800MHz, which is the standard JEDEC-specified base frequency for DDR5 modules, ensuring broad compatibility with Intel and AMD platforms that support DDR5 memory. With a CAS latency of CL40, this module delivers responsive performance suited to everyday productivity tasks, web browsing, content creation, and general multitasking on a laptop. Upgrading your laptop's RAM can meaningfully improve system responsiveness, especially when running multiple applications simultaneously or working with memory-intensive software. Going from 4GB to 8GB, or pairing this module alongside an existing stick to reach 16GB, can reduce slowdowns and improve multitasking headroom. Crucial is a brand of Micron Technology, one of the world's leading semiconductor memory manufacturers. Crucial modules are manufactured to JEDEC standards and undergo compatibility testing to help ensure reliable operation. Verified Specifications: - Part Number: CT8G48C40S5 - Capacity: 8GB (1 x 8GB single module) - Memory Type: DDR5 - Speed: 4800MHz (PC5-38400) - CAS Latency: CL40 - Form Factor: SODIMM (for laptops/notebooks) - GTIN/EAN: 649528906519 - Brand: Crucial (Micron Technology) Before purchasing, verify that your laptop's motherboard supports DDR5 SODIMM memory and that the slot is accessible and upgradeable, as some modern thin laptops have memory soldered to the board