16 GB DDR5 6000 MHz RAM

Every module here is a single 16 GB DDR5 stick rated at 6000 MHz. The G.Skill options run from the plain Ripjaws S5 and Trident Z5 at CL36 to the Trident Z5 RGB in white and the Flare X5 at 1.25V. At the low-latency end is the Trident Z5 Neo RGB at CL30-38-38-96. Corsair adds the Vengeance RGB at CL38 and 1.35V. G.Skill and Corsair cover these modules with a 10 year warranty.

Start with the platform. The Ripjaws S5, Trident Z5, Trident Z5 RGB and Vengeance RGB carry both Intel XMP and AMD EXPO profiles, so they suit Intel DDR5 boards and AMD AM5 boards alike. The Flare X5 and Trident Z5 Neo RGB have EXPO profiles only and are meant for AMD Ryzen builds on AM5, where 6000 MHz is the usual target speed. The Neo's CL30 timing gives the lowest latency here. Choose between RGB and non-RGB to match your cabinet. Since these are single sticks, buy two of the same model for 32 GB in dual channel. The G.Skill models have their own page.

Frequently asked questions

Will this RAM work on a DDR4 motherboard? No. DDR5 modules physically fit only DDR5 slots, so check that your board supports DDR5.

Should I buy one stick or two? Two identical sticks run in dual channel and give noticeably better performance than one, so pairs are the usual choice for gaming builds.

Can I use the Flare X5 on an Intel system? It will run at standard JEDEC speed, but its tuned 6000 MHz profile is EXPO, so a model with XMP suits Intel boards better.