ADATA AD5U48008G-DT memory module 16 GB 2 x 8 GB DDR5 288-pin DIMM

Higher Frequencies
The DDR5-4800 U-DIMM delivers blazing frequencies of up to 4800 MT/s, a major leap from the max. frequency of DDR4 modules (3200 MT/s)

More Energy-Efficient
This next-gen memory module operates on just 1.1V, making it 8% more power-efficient than DDR4. What's more, it features a built-in Power Management IC (PMIC) to enhanced power supply stability.

Capacity Doubled
This memory module's architecture allows for more memory bank groups and banks. With the same area, more bank groups can be packed into the module, doubling what was possible with DDR4, giving you higher capacities.

Improved Stability
With on-die error correcting code (ECC) this module can correct errors automatically in real-time to provide increased stability and reliability.

QuikTips: DDR5 vs DDR4 - Appearance
DDR5 U-DIMM modules have the same dimensions and pin count as DDR4 modules. The most obvious difference is the position of the fool-proof notch. Also, DDR5 integrates I/O resistors with CMD/ADD resistors. Also, the appearance of DDR5 modules are cleaner than DDR4. In addition, you can see a PMIC in the center.

QuikTips: DDR5 vs DDR4 - Chip Architecture
DDR5 modules provide two times more capacity than DDR4 by packing in more banks and bank groups. In addition, Burst Length and Prefetch are also doubled. And to ensure data integrity, they feature error correcting code (ECC) technology.

QuikTips: DDR5 vs DDR4 - Performance
The biggest change is that bandwidth and frequency are significantly higher. The ADATA DDR5 memory modules deliver frequencies of up to 4800MT/s and feature bandwidth of 38.4GB/s, which is 50% higher than the DDR4-3200. The maximum frequency is increased 1.63 times compared to DDR4.

ADATA AD5U48008G-DT. Component for: PC, Internal memory: 16 GB, Memory layout (modules x size): 2 x 8 GB, Internal memory type: DDR5, Memory clock speed: 4800 MHz, Memory form factor: 288-pin DIMM, CAS latency: 40

How to use

Power off the PC and discharge residual power before installing. Install each 288-pin DIMM into compatible motherboard memory slots, aligning the module notch with the slot key and pressing firmly until the retention clips latch. For dual-channel operation, populate the correct paired slots as indicated by the motherboard manual. Enable any necessary BIOS settings if the motherboard requires manual configuration for DDR5 modules.

Recommendations

Choose a motherboard and CPU that explicitly support DDR5 memory and check the motherboard manual for supported frequencies and slot population rules. When upgrading from DDR4, note the different notch position and pinout—DDR5 modules are not backward compatible. Ensure proper system cooling and update BIOS to the latest version to maximize compatibility and stability.