Crucial 32GB DDR5-5600 SODIMM -CL46

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Capacity

32 GB single module (one stick).

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Memory Type & Generation

DDR5 SO‑DIMM (for laptops / portable/compact systems).

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Speed / Frequency

5600 MT/s (also written as “DDR5‑5600”).

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CAS Latency (CL)

CL 46, with extended timings 46‑45‑45.

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Voltage

1.1 volts (operating voltage).

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Form Factor & Pin Count

262‑pin SODIMM, unbuffered, non‑ECC.

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Rank / Configuration

Likely 2‑Rank ×8 (2Rx8) configuration (i.e. medium density chips) typical for 32 GB SODIMMs.

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JEDEC / PC Speed Rating

PC5‑44800 (i.e. the rating corresponding to DDR5‑5600).

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Compatibility

Compatible with DDR5‑supported laptops / ultrabooks that allow 5600 or downclock to 5200 or 4800 if higher speed not supported. Works with Intel 12th/13th gen, AMD Ryzen 6000 series laptops, etc.

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Backward / Down‑Clock Support

The module can operate at lower speeds (5200 MT/s or 4800 MT/s) if the system’s memory controller or BIOS doesn’t support full 5600.

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Latency & Performance Trade‑Off

CL46 is a somewhat higher latency for DDR5‑5600. So while bandwidth is high, latency will be higher than tighter timing DIMMs (e.g. CL36, CL30 etc.). For many tasks this difference will be modes

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Power Efficiency

With the lower voltage (1.1V) and modern DDR5 features (such as on‑DIMM power management IC), power draw is lower compared to older higher‑voltage modules. Good for battery‑powered systems.

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Heat / Thermal

Since it’s a SODIMM module with no big heatspreaders, under heavy load / high density (32 GB) heat may build up, especially in thin laptops. Cooling design of the system matters. (Users have reported high temps for high‑capacity SODIMM modules.)

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Warranty & Brand Reliability

Backed by Crucial / Micron, with a limited‑lifetime warranty. Crucial has good reputation for reliability.

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Use‑Case / Who It’s For & Limitations

• Excellent for multitasking, running virtual machines, content creation on laptops, photo/video editing.
• Also good for gaming laptops that accept SODIMM DDR5.
• Limitations: doesn’t have RGB or fancy heatspreaders; CL46 means slightly higher latency; system must support DDR5‑5600 or will down‑clock; may draw somewhat more power under load vs lower density/lower latency sticks.
• If you need lower latency (for example for competitive gaming or tasks very sensitive to memory latency), a faster/tighter module may be better.