I recently acquired the Kingston Fury Beast 32GB DIMM Memory Module (KF556C40BB32) for my gaming setup. My motherboard, the MSI MAG B650 TOMAHAWK, only supports DDR5 RAM. I opted for this module due to its speed, affordability, and the fact that I wanted 32GB of RAM. However, I later realized that I should have gone for a 2x16GB set instead, in order to take full advantage of my motherboard’s dual-channel capabilities. Although this module would have been a good choice for future expansion if I needed 64GB, 32GB is already more than sufficient for a typical gaming setup, making my purchase a mistake.

Despite appearing fast, the specifications (listed below) reveal the true speed of the RAM. When calculating the response time (40/5,600,000,000), the result is 7.14ns, which is not particularly impressive. I was disappointed with this result, especially when comparing it to the faster response time and lower CL of a DDR4 stick in my previous system. However, at the time of writing, the cost of the module is $125.82, which is a reasonable price for 32GB of DDR5 RAM.

I would strongly advise seeking out a dual-channel set of RAM and conducting the necessary calculations, rather than relying solely on the MHz specification. Dividing the CAS Latency by the frequency enables you to determine the RAM response time, which is a crucial factor to consider. By way of comparison, the G.SKILL Ripjaws S5 2x16GB boasts the same frequency, but with a lower CL of 36, resulting in an impressively fast 6.4ns response time. Furthermore, it is priced at a mere $119.95, making it both cheaper and faster than the Kingston Fury Beast. Consequently, I must advise against purchasing the latter RAM at this time.

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References:

https://www.newegg.com/p/0RN-001J-013N1

https://www.newegg.com/g-skill-32gb-288-pin-ddr5-sdram/p/N82E16820374332

https://www.msi.com/Motherboard/MAG-B650-TOMAHAWK-WIFI

I recently bought this memory and tested it for my gaming PC. It works well for my PC even though it is not very fast because I choose non-overclocked memory. This memory is 32 GB (2x 16BG), which is what I recommend if you are buying memory for a gaming PC and don’t want to overclock. It is $86.55 on Newegg and has a 4.9/5 egg review.

Specs and Reviews:

Overall, it is very good memory and I highly recommend it if you’re looking for 32GB of DDR4 memory.

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References:

https://www.newegg.com/kingston-32gb-288-pin-ddr4-sdram/p/0RN-001J-00ZW0

https://www.newegg.com/gigabyte-aorus-z690-ud-ddr4/p/N82E16813145349

I recently purchased the Kingston Fury Beast 32GB DIMM Memory Module (KF556C40BB32) for my gaming rig.  The motherboard on my rig is the MSI MAG B650 TOMAHAWK and takes only DDR5 RAM.  I got it because it was fast and a good price and I wanted 32GB of RAM.  After making my purchase I realized that I should have purchased a 2x16GB set in order to take advantage of the dual-channel nature of my motherboard.  If I needed 64GB this would have been a good choice for future expansion, but 32GB is more than enough for a normal gaming rig, so my purchase was really a mistake.

This memory is new enough that there are no NewEgg reviews. 

It is seemingly fast but the specifications (below) tell the truth.  The response time can be calculated to find the true RAM speed (40/5,600,000,000)=7.14ns.  This is not a great response time and I was relatively unhappy when I did the calculations.  A DDR4 stick in my old system had a far faster response time and lower CL by comparison.  The current cost as of this posting was $125.82, not a terrible price for 32GB of DDR5 RAM.

I would recommend looking for a dual-channel set of RAM.  I would also recommend you do the calculations and not just look at the MHz of the RAM.  dividing the CAS Latency by the frequency gives the RAM response time.  The G.SKILL Ripjaws S5 2x16GB by comparison is the same frequency with a CL of 36 giving it a 6.4ns response time.  That and it is $119.95.  Cheaper and faster.   In short, I do not recommend this RAM at this time.

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References:

https://www.newegg.com/p/0RN-001J-013N1

https://www.newegg.com/g-skill-32gb-288-pin-ddr5-sdram/p/N82E16820374332

https://www.msi.com/Motherboard/MAG-B650-TOMAHAWK-WIFI

CORSAIR Vengeance LPX is the best memory that I have ever had. CORSAIR Vengeance LPX 32GB speed currently is DDR4 3200 (PC4 25600). It is currently listed for $110 on Newegg and has excellent reviews from other users, with 4.6 out of 5 eggs by all reviewers.

The specifications of the memory are impressive. The most important of the specs are:

• Model
  CMK32GX4M4B3200C16
• Type
  288-Pin PC RAM
• Speed
  DDR4 3200 (PC4 25600)
• CAS Latency
  16
• Timing
  16-18-18-36
• Voltage
  1.35V
• Capacity
  32GB (4 x 8GB)

Newegg’s ratings of this memory are where it is rated high among CORSAIR memory. With a Capacity of 32GB (4 x 8GB) and the Type is 288-Pin PC RAM, this memory will not disappoint any avid person. It does show CAS Latency is 16, so use caution if you are attempting to use it with other chipsets.

While there are other faster CORSAIR memory for ASUS Prime A320M-K AMD Ryzen AM4 DDR4 HDMI VGA M.2 Micro-ATX A320 Motherboard, if you currently have an AM4 rig, this is your best choice for a quality upgrade. The Speed rating is superior to many options listed above and is the more important number for any person. Play on!

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“CORSAIR Vengeance LPX 32GB (4 X 8GB) 288-Pin PC RAM DDR4 3200 (PC4 25600) Desktop Memory Model CMK32GX4M4B3200C16 – Newegg.com.” Www.newegg.com, 29 Nov. 2016, www.newegg.com/corsair-32gb-288-pin-ddr4-sdram/p/N82E16820145359. Accessed 16 Feb. 2023.

The Corsair DDR5 7200MHz memory is the best memory that I have ever owned and I am more than happy to share my review of this memory with you. In the time that I have owned this memory, I have never had any problems with this memory. It’s extremely fast and reliable. Since I have owned this memory the overall speed of my PC has also increased extremely.

This RAM is DDR5 with a speed of 7200 MHz and a CL of 34. This RAM is very fast, and reliable, and has really increased the performance of my PC. I would recommend this RAM to any experienced PC enthusiast as it is quite expensive. This RAM comes at a price of $287.99. Although this is expensive, I believe that it’s worth every last penny as this RAM has very high performance.

RAM Specifications

• DDR5
• Dual Channel
• 7200MHz
• CL 34
• Non-Parity
• Non-ECC

Works Cited

“Corsair DDR5.” Are You a Human?, https://www.newegg.com/corsair-32gb/p/N82E16820236932?Item=N82E16820236932&Description=Memory&cm_re=Memory-_-20-236-932-_-Product.

“Human?” Are You a Human?, https://www.newegg.com/corsair-32gb/p/N82E16820236932?Item=N82E16820236932&Description=Memory&cm_re=Memory-_-20-236-932-_-Product.

List of Specifications:

• Capacity – 32GB (2 x 16GB)
• Speed – DDR4 3600
• CAS Latency – 18
• Access Time – 5 ns
• Dual-Channel – Yes
• ECC – No

Thoughts:

My first thoughts were that this is an exceptional piece of hardware.  The price of $144.99 for 32GB of memory is an exceptional value.  Couple the value with the access time of 5 ns, and you are making a great purchase.  This memory is as fast as almost every more expensive option. The memory was delivered in delicately designed and easy to open packaging.  This RAM looks fabulous inside of any machine. The RGB lighting is great quality and the lighting choices are highly customizable.  These sticks also have a sleek design, making them perfect for a minimalistic design. This is a great choice of memory for anyone looking to game or even use them for the look.

http://www.newegg.com/g-skill-32gb

Reviews of this RAM on NewEgg verify my conclusions.

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The VENGEANCE® RGB PRO 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4 DRAM 3600MHz C18 Memory Kit comes with two 8GB sticks of ram, as it’s name suggests. The Ram sticks featured in this pack run at a speed of 3600MHz with a Cl of 18.  The sticks of RAM are best suited for making a decent gaming PC that is able to do moderately hard tasks. This RAM should be able to run average games and definitely run things like Microsoft office and Google’s equivalent. The overall price of these sticks is $105 which is a little pricy but well worth it.

The exact Specs for these RAM sticks are

• DDR4
• Dual Channel
• 3600MHz
• Cl 18
• Non-Parity
• Non-ECC
• 28800 Mb/s  Bandwidth
• 1.35 Volts
• 6ns Access time

Link To Buy

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This is the Crucial Ballistix MAX that I bought recently. I had bought it for $1,074.04 on Newegg.com but I originally found this memory on the Crucial website. The motherboard that I used for this memory was the ASUS TUF Gaming X570-PRO.

The amount of RAM this memory has is 16GB (2 x 8GB) and the generation of the memory is DDR4. The bandwidth is 5100 and if you find the access time it is 0.000000004 nanoseconds. This memory is Non-ECC which also makes it non-Parity so it has 8 chips. This memory is dual channel and has a CAS latency of 19. The warrantee on this memory is lifetime for parts and labor. The speed is at 5100 (OC) and works fantastically for my motherboard.

This memory is rated a 4 out of 5 eggs on Newegg and it continues to show that it should be rated a 4 out of 5.

Works Cited:

Newegg. “Crucial Ballistix MAX 5100” Newegg.com – Computer Parts, Laptops, Electronics, HDTVs, Digital Cameras and More!

Crucial. “Crucial Ballistix MAX 5100” Crucial.com- The Memory & Storage experts.

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