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Corsair Dominator Platinum RGB RAM review

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Best-in-class overclocking performance meets innovative RGB technology.

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  • Ultra-bright Capellix RGB LEDs
  • Dominator DHX heat-spreaders
  • Advanced iCUE software
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Corsair’s Dominator Platinum has been one of the best RAM for gaming kits for quite some time now. Its sleek exterior, patented DHX cooling technology and unrivaled performance have made it a formidable flagship over the years. First teased at CES, Corsair is now introducing the new Dominator Platinum RGB with the same best in class performance and RGB lighting using the company’s new Capellix LEDs.

This is the first major update we’ve seen to the Dominator series’ design since the DDR3 version was released and the timing couldn’t be any better now that RAM prices are finally cheap again. Corsair has ditched the iconic silver top bar in favor of a new black lightbar that diffuses light from 12 individually-addressable RGB LEDs. Prominent branding and ridged heatsinks on the modules have been replaced with a flush stealth black design that seamlessly blends into your build.

At a quick glance, the new design may look similar to Corsair’s black Vengeance RGB series, but there are major differences in the lighting. The original Vengeance RGB features non-addressable LEDs, meaning the entire light bar could only be one color at a time. The newer Vengeance RGB Pro on the other hand, features 10 individually addressable LEDs. As expected from a flagship line, the Dominator Platinum RGB kicks things up a notch using 12 of Corsair’s innovative addressable Capellix LEDs.

Capellix LEDs were created in partnership with Primax, a Taiwanese electronics manufacturer. The new technology shrinks traditional SMD LED modules from 2.8mm cubed down to 0.2mm cubed. Despite being 92 percent smaller, the tiny LEDs are up to 60 percent brighter and consume 40 percent less power. This is very important for RAM because there isn’t much surface area to work with. Less power also means less heat and strain on the memory chips.

This new technology also brings practical applications beyond the world of DDR4 RAM. One example could be wireless RGB gaming peripherals, where battery power is often a limiting factor for addressable RGB integration. We wouldn’t be surprised to see more Corsair Capellix RGB products coming out in the near future.

Like the rest of the RGB lineup, the Dominator Platinum RGB is controlled via Corsair’s iCUE software suite. If you have any other Corsair RGB products, you’ll be able to import and synchronize your lighting profiles across all devices. We had some issues mirroring our custom keyboard lighting profiles, but the 11 different predefined lighting link settings worked perfectly.

If you don’t have other Corsair RGB products to link, the Dominator Platinum RGB comes with a generous 15 customizable predefined lighting effects. We’ve tested nearly a dozen different RGB DDR4 kits with Corsair’s accompanying software and iCUE is by far the most advanced. The difference in lighting effects and brightness puts the Dominator Platinum RGB in a class of its own. 

Side-by-side comparisons with our HUE 2 RGB lighting kit and other RGB memory including Corsair’s Vengeance RGB clearly demonstrates the superiority of the Capellix LEDs. They’re so bright we actually found ourselves hoping for an option to adjust the brightness in iCUE. That doesn’t exist currently, but the software does offer realtime monitoring of frequencies, timings and temperatures.

From a performance standpoint, the Dominator Platinum RGB lives up to its name. Each kit goes through a very tight screening process with hand-sorted memory chips to ensure maximum stability out of the box and generous overclocking headroom. This is a process Corsair has excelled at over the years, particularly with the Dominator series. The Dominator Platinum RGB is no exception. 

We received an 8x8GB test kit from Corsair for our quad-channel X299 bench and ran various tests using AIDA64, MaxxMEM and games such as Metro Exodus and Apex Legends. Using the stock XMP settings at 3,600MHz, our kit performed right in line with the original Dominator Platinum and G.Skill’s TridentZ. In general, there was only a small margin of difference in performance up to 5 percent between competing kits, but overclocking was much more successful with the Dominator Platinum RGB.

We were able to achieve a stable 4,000MHz with ease while manually overclocking the kit. With a bit more tweaking and minor bumps in voltage, we saw upwards of 4,200MHz, something most competing kits have struggled with. This isn’t too surprising, considering Corsair’s plans to sell XMP-ready kits up to 4,800MHz. Even with higher voltages and under heavy load, the Dominator Platinum RGB never broke 60 degrees celsius.

It isn’t often that we get to say this, but for once the RGB variant of a product isn’t unreasonably priced above the original. The 3,200MHz 32 GB (4×8) Dominator Platinum RGB priced at $350 MSRP is only $25 more than the equivalent standard Dominator Platinum. Some dual channel kits are priced only $15 higher. Of course, if you aren’t a fan of RGB, Corsair’s Dominator Platinum RGB probably isn’t the RAM for you.

For those that do enjoy RGB lighting, the Dominator Platinum RGB is our new favorite high end memory kit. Top notch stability, sleek appearance and innovative lighting features make it well worth every penny. The Corsair Dominator Platinum RGB will be available in various sized kits and speeds ranging from $160 (16 GB) to $1565 (128 GB).

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How to Choose the Best RAM for Overclocking

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Selecting the right memory for overclocking your system can be tricky, even for the seasoned professional builder. With so many options it can be overwhelming. There’s so much to decide: price versus speed versus capacity, the potential limitations of motherboards and processors, not to mention RGB versus non-RGB!

The following process outlines the steps our experts take when recommending Kingston FURY memory.

What is Kingston FURY?

First, a quick review of the Kingston FURY memory portfolio and methods for overclocking.

For the DIMM form factor, used primarily in desktop PCs, there are two performance categories: Beast and Renegade.

Beast is the entry-level family, featuring both Plug N Play technology and profiles (XMP) to engage the memory overclock. This is the best value for performance family, with good speeds and latencies for every budget. Plug N Play featured parts add the convenience of automatically overclocking out of the box on most systems, which is an ideal solution for systems that block overclock profiles, or for those that are not yet confident tinkering with the BIOS.

Renegade is the high-end family, using only profiles (XMP) to engage the overclock for our fastest speeds and lowest timings.

For the SODIMM form factor, Impact is used in laptops and small form factor PCs. It uses Plug N Play technology to automatically engage overclocking, but also features the same speed and timings under a profile, just in case the auto-overclock doesn’t lock in.

There are two categories of computer systems on the market:

  • OEM, which stands for Original Equipment Manufacturer, refers to the big brand PC/laptop manufacturers and their gaming brands (ex: Dell/Alienware, HPI/Omen, Lenovo/Legion, Acer/Predator).
  • Build-your-own or buy a whitebox. This would entail buying the various components (motherboard, CPU, RAM, graphics card, case, power supply) and assembling the system yourself. Major suppliers for motherboards would be ASRock®, ASUS®, Gigabyte™ and MSI®. Alternatively, you can buy a pre-built system using the same off-the-shelf components from smaller PC/laptop brands.

If you have an OEM system, your aftermarket upgrade options for memory may be rather limited. Most of the OEMs prevent you from using off-the-shelf overclock RAM kits by blocking the ability to engage a profile. Fortunately, Kingston FURY is a featured memory supplier for all four of the major PC/laptop manufacturers, with custom version memory kits available exclusively through your OEM brand. But what if they don’t feature an upgrade for your model? Then Beast and Impact kits featuring Plug N Play may be a viable option. Since this method doesn’t require a profile be set and automatically overclocks, this is an easy way to get around the blocks they may have placed.

If you’re building your own PC, or have a whitebox with an off-the-shelf motherboard model, then selecting a kit becomes much easier.

Start by using our memory finder and typing in your motherboard make and model into the Search by System/Device field and hit Search to see what options we list. When you find your model, you’ll want to start from the top and review the basic specs of your motherboard, such as number of memory sockets and the maximum memory capacity supported. Then, read through the Configuration Notes as important installation instructions can be found there. You’ll likely find notes specific to your motherboard.

As you scroll down, you’ll find three product tabs under Compatible Upgrades for Your System.

  • The first tab is Kingston FURY memory. The parts listed there are hand-selected by Kingston’s engineers as verified compatible based on internal lab testing, Intel XMP or AMD Ryzen certification, and/or the motherboard’s QVL (Qualified Supplier List). The QVL can be found on the support page for your motherboard on their website and lists all the compatible memory parts they’ve tested.
  • The next tab is ValueRAM, our non-overclocking industry standard (JEDEC spec compliant) product line. Go this route if you just want basic compatible memory at a good price.
  • The third tab features our SSD storage drives.

Next, you’ll want to prioritise whether speed or capacity is your top priority. While not mutually exclusive, higher capacity modules and kits are generally only offered up to mid-range speeds for DDR4.

Capacity

Decide how much memory you need for your system. Keep in mind memory must be installed in pairs or groups according to the motherboard’s memory architecture. Most AMD and Intel PCs and laptops feature a dual channel memory architecture, where a pair of identical memory modules are required to provide the best performance. Some high-end systems feature a quad channel architecture, where a group of four identical modules is required. It is not recommended to only install one module, even if the motherboard manual says it will work, as dual and quad channel systems are designed to pair or group modules together, aggregating memory bandwidth. Buying one module now and adding another one later may also cause performance degradation or instability, as the chips featured on each may be different, even if it’s the same specification or part number.

Use the filters on the left side of the page to narrow the options.

Speed

After you settle on a target capacity for your system, you’ll want to see what speed options are available. The filters on the left side will help narrow your choices. You may also work in reverse order if speed is your number one priority over capacity.

For thrill seekers, on Dual Channel based systems the best speed options will be found in (K2) kits. A single K2 kit installed in 1DPC (one DIMM per channel) is the most viable configuration for locking in extreme, yet stable performance. Lower capacity kits, those using two 4GB, 8GB and 16GB Single Rank (1R) modules are generally better at hitting high speeds (over 4000MT/s DDR4 on Intel and AMD chipsets from 2019+). This is because timing is everything at extreme speeds. When not overclocking, Dual Rank (2R) modules are the performance choice, as they interleave memory accesses and outperform Single Rank (1R) versions by up to 15%. But at extreme speeds, most motherboards cannot handle the interleaving ranks and maintain high frequencies at low latencies. The same logic applies for Quad Channel based systems, with K4 kits using 4GB, 8GB and 16GB Single Rank (1R) modules providing the best options for extreme speeds in 1DPC.

It’s important to note that for Dual Channel systems we do not recommend installing two K2 kits unless it’s a verified configuration listed on our website, or on the motherboard QVL. If a K4 kit is listed on our website for your Dual Channel motherboard, it means we or the motherboard manufacturer have tested this configuration as stable. If you’re debating whether to buy a single K2 kit now and maybe another one later, we recommend buying the K4 kit now, as all the modules in the kit will be identical. While it’s unlikely to occur, if two K2 kits with different memory components are mixed, the overclock might not engage or it might become unstable.

Generally, when overclocking, adding memory modules to the second bank of sockets of both Dual and Quad Channel systems places a heavy burden for the processor to handle, specifically at high speeds and low latencies.

RGB

If bling is your thing, then we highly recommend RGB options. Both the Beast and Renegade product lines feature RGB enhanced modules, configurable using our Windows-based FURY CTRL RGB software application. All our RGB memory modules feature our patented technology called IR Sync, which keeps the patterns in perfect unison, even if there is a gap between the modules. Of course, if you want to customise your look and un-sync them in the app, that is an option. Kingston FURY RGB modules can also be controlled by native motherboard apps if you want to sync them with other components.

A Happy Medium or Living on the Edge?

Most users will find a happy medium between price, speed, capacity, features and style with the product families we offer. But if you’re looking to live on the edge and get the absolute most out of your system, Kingston can meet your needs too!

Reach out to a Kingston rep if you’re still unsure which memory solution is best for you. Our teams are standing by.

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Choosing memory modules: the best DIMMs for your money

A personal computer cannot run without RAM, but there are a large number of different modules on the market, so choosing the best DIMMs is not easy. For this reason, we are publishing our guide to buying the best memory sticks for your money.

If you look at most DDR4 UDIMMs on the market, the frequency is from 2.133 MHz to 4.800 MHz, and the capacity of one bar is from 2 to 32 GB. Kits of two, four or even eight DIMMs are often sold for modern two and four channel AMD and Intel platforms. There are DIMMs with RGB LED illumination, as well as regular strips without lighting effects. It can be easy to get confused in the assortment of memory modules on the market, especially if you are assembling a computer for the first time. You need to decide on the clock speed, capacity and other characteristics.

Only memory sticks that have been tested in the Hardwareluxx test lab are included in this manual. And in many cases received awards. We will also limit ourselves to the DIMM (UDIMM) format.

We’ll start with the expensive high-end memory sticks.

Pure luxury: G.Skill Trident Z Royal Silver DDR4-4000

G.Skill Trident Z Royal Silver DDR4-4000 (F4-4000C17D-16GTRS) sticks run at an impressive 4000 MHz with rather low timings CL17-17-17-37 — this mode is set by XMP. But in our tests, they showed high overclocking potential, up to 4.600 MHz on the ASUS ROG Maximus IX Apex motherboard. The reason lies in the fact that the bars are built on the popular Samsung B-Die chips. In addition, the G.Skill Trident Z Royal Silver trims also have RGB LED lighting.

The main disadvantage is the price and shortage — the modules are already difficult to find on sale. For a 16 GB kit, you will have to pay from 24,900 ₽, a 32 GB kit will cost even more — from 42,800 ₽.

Premium segment of the mass market

However, it is not at all necessary to spend a similar amount, powerful memory can be bought cheaper. You should not count on the most overclocked chips, but high frequencies will still be available.

Corsair Vengeance RGB Pro DDR4-3600 — strips with RGB LED

In our comparison test, Corsair’s Vengeance RGB Pro DDR4-3600 32GB kits performed well with XMP CL18-22-22-42 latencies in this mode. The 32 GB (2x 16 GB) capacity is sufficient even for demanding applications. Micron E-Die chips are hidden under the heat spreaders, which, when overclocked, were able to beat the DDR4-4000 bar. But DIMM not only showed convincing performance, but also pleased with the RGB LED backlight. However, the module height of 51 mm will be a disadvantage in some scenarios, but high heat spreaders still make themselves felt.

Corsair offers the Vengeance RGB Pro range in different capacities and frequencies. The mentioned 32 GB DDR4-3600 kit has not yet appeared in Russia, in Europe it can be bought from €208 (17.300 ₽).

Test Corsair Vengeance RGB Pro 32 GB DDR4-3600

Non-RGB Alternative: G.Skill RipJaws V DDR4-3600

If you can do without RGB lighting, then pay attention to the G.Skill RipJaws V DDR4-3600 brackets, also with a capacity of 32 GB with CL16-19 delays-19-39 in XMP mode. Our samples have D-Dies from SK Hynix installed, but they perform almost 1:1 as Micron E-Dies in terms of performance and overclocking, so we recommend these trims without hesitation. The heat spreader is a centimeter lower than the Corsair Vengeance RGB Pro, so large CPU coolers are unlikely to be a problem.

G.Skill offers RipJaws V sticks in a variety of frequencies and capacities so there is a DIMM for everyone. Our 32 GB kit F4-3600C16D-32GVKC will cost from 15. 300 ₽.

G.Skill Test RipJaws V 32 GB DDR4-3600

Almost top class: Crucial Ballistix DDR4-3600

A 32 GB (2x 16 GB) Crucial Ballistix kit with red heat spreaders was also in our tests, the brackets are declared in XMP at DDR4-3600 with CL16-18-18-38 latencies. They are based on Micron E-Die chips, we were able to overclock the bars to 4.133 MHz, which is quite good. At lower frequencies, delays can be significantly reduced. So the user himself can choose what he needs.

The kits are available in different capacities (from 8 to 64 GB) and frequencies (from 2.400 to 3.600 MHz) with red, black and white heatsinks. A set of 2x 16 GB DIMMs at 3.600 MHz will cost from 17.100 ₽.

Test Crucial Ballistix 32 GB DDR4-3600

Budget bars

There are budget bars and modules for the mass market, which will be enough for most users without serious overclocking ambitions. As a rule, DIMMs here provide a good price / performance ratio. Due to the price, we will limit ourselves to 16 GB kits.

Inexpensive and with RGB LED: Patriot Viper RGB DDR4-3200

The Patriot Viper RGB sticks in the 16 GB bundle are equipped with RGB LEDs, the XMP profile at 3.200 MHz is claimed with fairly low latencies CL16-18-18-36. Samsung memory chips can be overclocked up to 3.700 MHz with CL18-20-20-37 delays. You can hardly expect more for this price.

We tested with white heat spreaders, but you can also buy black modules. Frequencies range from 2.666 MHz to 4.133 MHz. A kit for DDR4-3200 will cost from 7,700 ₽.

Test Patriot Viper RGB 16 GB DDR4-3200

Classic: G.Skill Trident Z DDR4-3200

We tested G.Skill Trident Z modules with a capacity of 16 GB and an effective frequency of 3.200 MHz a few years ago, but these brackets are still quite worthy of our recommendations. They work with the XMP profile at 3. 200 MHz and CL16-18-18-38 delays, which is pretty decent. You will also get very nice textured aluminum heatsinks.

The price of the G.Skill Trident Z DDR4-3200 is from 8.400 ₽, so they will not eat a big hole in the budget. Also G.Skill in the Trident Z family offers strips with frequencies from 2.800 to 4.266 MHz and capacities from 8 to 128 GB.

Test G.Skill Trident Z 16 GB DDR4-3200

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Contents

  1. Best RAM 2021 | TOP-10
  2. 1 | CORSAIR VENGEANCE LED
  3. 2 | G.SKILL TRIDENT Z RGB
  4. 3 | KINGSTON HYPERX PREDATOR
  5. 4 | KINGSTON HYPERX FURY
  6. 5 | CORSAIR DOMINATOR PLATINUM RGB
  7. 6 | HYPERX FURY RGB 3733MHZ
  8. 7 | G.SKILL TRIDENT Z RGB DC
  9. 8 | ADATA SPECTRIX D80
  10. 9 | G.SKILL TRIDENTZ ROYAL
  11. 10 | CORSAIR VENGEANCE LPX
  12. BONUS | G.SKILL MAC RAM
  13. BONUS | CRUCIAL BALLISTIX SPORT

This guide to the best RAM will help you before you buy.

Don’t let an overloaded computer slow you down. The best RAM might just be what you need. It is far from always right to spend a fortune on a processor or video card upgrade. If your computer slows down under the load of heavy software, applications, or one of the best PC games, the problem may be hiding in the RAM.

Choosing the best high-clocked RAM is just as important as having the best processor and the best graphics card, especially for complex tasks like gaming, design, and content creation. An upgrade and a set of the perfect amount of memory (16GB is the ideal choice for most users in 2021) may be enough to push your PC to the right level of power and performance.

We’ve selected the best RAM sticks for this ranking and then attached a pricing widget so you can find the best deal in your city. To truly unleash the potential of the best computer, you need the best RAM on this list.

1 | CORSAIR VENGEANCE LED

Best RAM.

Type : DDR4 | Capacity : 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) | Speed ​​ : 3200 MHz.

  • Pros : Overclocking performance | Bright backlight;
  • Cons : Dear memory | BIOS update for 3200 MHz;

The best RAM, whatever your needs, comes from Corsair. Their Vengeance series offers something for everyone, but LED DDR4 memory tops our list. In addition to PC designers specifying additional backlight colors, Corsair Vengeance’s built-in heat spreaders maximize cooling for higher overclocking and peak performance. Corsair Vengeance LED DDR4 offers CL16 latency and 3466MHz clock speeds, as well as color matching to your PC’s backlight.

2 | G.SKILL TRIDENT Z RGB

Best DDR4 RAM.

Type : DDR4 | Capacity : 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) | Speed ​​ : 3200 MHz;

  • Pros : Excellent RGB lighting | Easily chased;
  • Cons : Feels flimsy | Sometimes too bright;

Today everyone knows G. Skill and the Trident Z RGB RAM series. This is the best RAM, not only because it is fast. This is because the top of each DIMM is equipped with a full spectrum LED strip that can be used to match the lighting with the rest of your PC components. Trident Z RGB DDR4 RAM comes with CAS latency between 14 and 19, which is a good figure, but at speeds up to 4266 MHz, RAM becomes ideal. Regardless of your aesthetic preferences, it’s hard to argue that the G.Skill TridentZ RGB is unworthy of the title of the best RGB memory.

3 | KINGSTON HYPERX PREDATOR

Best DDR3 RAM.

Type : DDR4 | Capacity : 8 GB, 16 GB | Speed ​​ : up to 4600 MHz.

  • Pros : Great price | Overclocking potential;
  • Cons : RGB not always working | More expensive than others;

Kingston’s HyperX high performance memory offers some of the best DDR3 on the market, and Predator models are specifically tuned for extreme performance and expandable with XMP profiles. The Predator DDR3 series provides CL9-CL11 latencies and speeds between 1866MHz and 2666MHz.

HyperX Predator DDR3 RAM is currently only widely available in the US. Users from Russia can check out a great alternative to Kingston HyperX Fury.

4 | KINGSTON HYPERX FURY

The best budget RAM.

Type : DDR4 | Capacity : 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB | Speed ​​ : up to 3733 MHz.

  • Plus : Speed ​​selection | Performance;
  • Cons : Can be slow | At 3733 MHz expensive;

Kingston HyperX Fure is an auto-overclockable RAM that won’t empty your wallet. This intelligent DDR3 or DDR4 memory automatically detects system components for overclocking to maximum frequencies, allowing you to optimize the performance of all the latest Intel chipsets. It comes with CL14 and CL16 delays and also offers speeds between 2133MHz and 2666MHz. And while RAM is inexpensive, it can have a huge impact on your PC’s performance.

5 | CORSAIR DOMINATOR PLATINUM RGB

Best performance RAM.

Type : DDR4 | Capacity : 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) | Speed ​​ : 3000 MHz.

  • Pros : Performance | Great view;
  • Cons : Not compatible with Ryzen | Does not match the price;

If you only want the best and don’t care about the price, Corsair Dominator Platinum RAM has always topped the list. However, in 2019This year it has been updated with new Corsair Capellix RGB LEDs for a rich and colorful design. It’s still the highest performing RAM available on the market, clocked at 3600MHz, but the inclusion of RGB lighting makes it by far the best RAM of 2021.

6 | HYPERX FURY RGB 3733MHZ

Best high frequency RAM.

Type : DDR4 | Capacity : Modules from 4 GB to 32 GB, 128 GB configurations.

  • Pros of : Excellent illumination | fast memory;
  • Cons : Fluctuating backlight | Support for MSI and Gigabyte is lame;

HyperX Fure RGB 3733 MHz memory is not only the original RGB lighting design. Here is an extremely fast RAM clocked at 3733MHz and CL15-19 latencies, for these characteristics it got into our rating as the best high-frequency RAM in 2021. What’s more, the RAM is equipped with Intel Extreme memory profiles to push the limits of performance, along with HyperX’s patented infrared sync technology. Active gamers will appreciate the ability to synchronize the RGB lighting of the RAM with other system components. One of the best RAM sticks available for sale at the beginning of 2021.

7 | G.SKILL TRIDENT Z RGB DC

The best double capacity RAM.

Type : DDR4 | Capacity : 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) | Speed ​​ : 3200 MHz.

  • Pros : Double volume | Build quality;
  • Cons: Not all Z390 | RGB isn’t for everyone;

Sometimes, especially when looking for the best gaming build, the best advice is «go ahead or go home.» And when you need even more RAM, but not enough slots for it, you will want to use G.Skill Trident Z RGB DC memory. DC stands for double capacity, such as 32 GB per stick of memory. Even in 2021 it’s definitely not the fastest memory available as it’s limited to 3200MHz, but if you need a lot of RAM that won’t take up too many DIMM slots (like when you have a big CPU cooler or a Mini-ITX case) , you can’t go wrong with the G.Skill Trident Z RGB DC.

8 | ADATA SPECTRIX D80

Best gaming RAM.

Type : DDR4 | Capacity : 16 GB (2 x 8 GB), 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) | Speed ​​ : up to 4133 MHz.

  • Pros of : Great design | Work in a configuration of 4 modules;
  • Cons : Expensive | Average performance of 2 modules;

If you’re building an all-around gaming machine, you’ll need the most advanced gaming hardware — who doesn’t want a gaming beast that can light up an entire room? If you like how it sounds, the Adata Spectrix D80 is your best RAM. Not only is it available in clock speeds up to 5000MHz, but it’s also liquid-cooled so you don’t have to worry about overheating. Adata Spectrix D80 will be the best RAM for gaming.

9 | G.SKILL TRIDENTZ ROYAL

Better RGB RAM.

Type : DDR4 | Capacity : 32 GB (4 x 8 GB) | Speed ​​ : 3600 MHz.

  • Pros: Design | Compatibility;
  • Cons : Slightly more expensive | Doesn’t justify the price tag

Better RGB RAM. With G.Skill, it’s easy to find the perfect RAM for your gaming build. In fact, TridentZ Royal has been voted as the best RGB RAM on the market by the editors, thanks to its unique jewelery crown design. This means the top of the bar is equipped with a crystallized light bar that can diffuse eight pre-configured backlight colors for a truly dazzling sparkle. The RAM is complemented by polished gold or silver colored aluminum heatsinks to keep the system cool. Of course, the memory is not only beautiful — G.Skill TridentZ Royal also guarantees high reliability and performance.

10 | CORSAIR VENGEANCE LPX

Best Low Profile RAM.

Type : DDR4 | Capacity : 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) | Speed ​​ : 3200 MHz.

  • Pros : Performance | Two cooling fans;
  • Cons : Limited overclocking | High percentage of marriage;

Corsair’s Vengeance LPX series memory is designed for users who want maximum performance in a small package. This low profile RAM is essential for building PCs with massive CPU coolers. Despite the size of Corsair’s RAM sticks, they also feature eight-layer heat spreaders to keep them cool when overclocked. And while the slim design doesn’t allow LED backlighting, you can get the memory in three colors: black, red, or blue. Corsair’s Vengeance LPX DDR4 series runs in CL12 to CL19 latenciesand between 2400 and 4600 MHz clock frequency.

BONUS | G.SKILL MAC RAM

Best Mac RAM.

Type : DDR3 | Capacity : 4 GB (2 x 2 GB) | Speed ​​ : up to 1066 MHz.

  • Pros: Affordable alternative | The best price-quality;
  • Cons : Not compatible with older Macs | Slow for some;

Along with custom RAM for desktops and laptops, G.Skill offers matching upgrades for Mac. Buying the missing set of RAM from the Apple Store is prohibitively expensive, so switching to third-party memory can save you a lot of money — if you think your computer is one of the latest MacBooks or iMacs that still support the upgrade. These SO-DIMM sticks have CAS latency between 9and 11, with clock speeds from 1333 MHz to 1600 MHz. G.Skill DDR3-1333 RAM for Mac promises the best performance for the money.

BONUS | CRUCIAL BALLISTIX SPORT

Best laptop RAM.

Type : DDR4 | Capacity : 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) | Speed ​​ : up to 3200 MHz.

  • Pros : Low profile | Excellent value for money;
  • Cons : Doesn’t always work with Ryzen | Nothing special;

Crucial is a manufacturer of laptop memory. The company has designed the Crucial Ballistix Sport SO-DIMM RAM to make efficient use of the battery while still retaining speed headroom for multitasking. The memory is perfect for those who want to squeeze a little more out of the best laptop, and this memory will likely deliver faster speeds than anything your laptop can offer.