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16MB 70ns FPM SIMM 72-pin RAM Memory Upgrade for the Compaq HP LaserJet 5
Top Manufacturer, Lifetime Warranty

16MB 70ns FPM SIMM 72-pin RAM Memory Upgrade for the Compaq HP LaserJet 5

Bottom line: The 16MB 70ns FPM SIMM 72-pin RAM Memory Upgrade is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the memory & ram category, priced around $17.18 on Amazon as of 2026-10-06. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

$17.18

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Mike Perry — Hardware researcher since 2014. For retro PC hardware and period-correct parts, synthesises manufacturer documentation, community compatibility lists and marketplace listings rather than first-hand lab testing. Core beat: GPU performance across gaming, rendering, and local-LLM inference.

*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-06. Price and availability subject to change.

Before you buy

  • 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

Memory is the best way to increase computer performance. Photo(s) are for illustration only and you will receive what is described in the listing. We have over 25 years experience in memory upgrades.

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored 16MB 70ns FPM SIMM 72-pin RAM Memory Upgrade using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the memory & ram category. Top Manufacturer, Lifetime Warranty'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.

Full Specifications

BrandTop Manufacturer, Lifetime Warranty
RAM Size16 MB
Form Factor72-pin SIMM
Model Number696426
Number of Pins72
Mfr Part Number696426
Special FeatureLightweight
Additional FeaturesLightweight
Computer Memory Size16 MB

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16MB 70ns FPM SIMM 72-pin RAM Memory Upgrade for the Compaq HP LaserJet 5 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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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-06. Price and availability subject to change.

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