Kingston Technology KCP556SS6-8 memory module 8 GB 1 x 8 GB DDR5 5600 MT/s 262-pin SO-DIMM

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Kingston’s KCP556SS6-8 is the kind of RAM stick you buy when you just need a dependable upgrade without turning it into a compatibility project. At £109.24 ex-VAT for 8GB, though, it’s not “cheap enough” that I’d call it a bargain—especially in 2026 where a lot of business laptops/desktops are happiest with 16GB minimum. If you’re topping up a machine that’s already stable and you’re trying to extend life (or you’ve only got one slot free), this Kingston is a safe choice because Kingston generally plays nicely with common OEM platforms and tends to behave well under everyday workloads.

Who it’s for: IT teams doing straightforward memory adds where they want low-risk, known-brand modules, and users who don’t run heavy multitasking (light office work, browsing, basic line-of-business apps). Who should *not* bother: anyone buying solely to improve performance significantly—8GB is rarely a game-changer, and you’ll usually get better value by moving to 16GB or more with matching sticks. If the machine supports dual-channel, a single 8GB stick can also limit the benefit versus buying a matched kit—so in practice, I’d only recommend this when you specifically need “one more 8GB” and don’t have the budget or slots for a bigger jump.