Kingston Technology 512 MB Memory
Bottom line: The Kingston Technology 512 MB Memory is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the memory & ram category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Includes one 512MB module of 266MHz DDR Desktop memory for Apple
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying
Manufacturer description
Kingston is the industry leader in pc memory. Our line of system specific memory is memory designed, manufactured and tested to the specifications of each particular brand name computer system. Included in package is a 512mb module of 266mhz ddr desktop memory.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Kingston Technology 512 MB Memory using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the memory & ram category. Kingston's memory & ram lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for memory & ram of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- Includes one 512MB module of 266MHz DDR Desktop memory for Apple
- Works with iMac G4 Flat Plane, Power Mac G4, and Xserve G4
- Memory designed, manufactured and tested to the specifications of each particular brand name computer system
- From the industry leader in PC memory
- 184-pin DIMM type
Full Specifications
| Brand | Kingston |
|---|---|
| Voltage | 3.3 volts |
| RAM Size | 512 MB |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Form Factor | 184-pin_DIMM |
| Memory Speed | 266 MHz |
| Model Number | KTA-G4266/512 |
| Compatibility | PC, Mac |
| Number of Pins | 184 |
| Mfr Part Number | KTA-G4266/512 |
| Item Part Number | KTAG4266512 |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Data Transfer Rate | 512 megabits_per_second |
| Additional Features | Lightweight |
| Computer Memory Size | 512 MB |
| Warranty Description | Lifetime |
| RAM Memory Technology | DDR |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00740617066616 |
| Full listing title | Kingston Technology 512 MB Memory for Select Apple Desktops Single (Not a kit) 266 MHz (PC 2100) 184-Pin DDR SDRAM KTA-G4266/512 |
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Kingston Technology 512 MB Memory for Select Apple Desktops Single (Not a kit) 266 MHz (PC 2100) 184-Pin DDR SDRAM KTA-G4266/512 is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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