G.Skill TridentZ RGB Series 32GB DDR4-3600
G.Skill
81 Overall Score
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AddOn AA160D3S/16GK2 16GB DDR3-1600
AddOn
35 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
G.Skill TridentZ RGB Series 32GB DDR4-3600
88 out of 100 high confidence 39 reviews
The G.Skill Trident Z RGB DDR4 memory is widely praised for its excellent performance, easy XMP setup, and stunning RGB aesthetics. Users consistently report stable overclocking and compatibility with both Intel and AMD platforms, though a few mention RGB software glitches and the need for manual BIOS adjustments. Overall, it is considered a reliable and visually appealing choice for high-performance builds.
Pros
- Excellent XMP performance
- Stunning RGB aesthetics
- Stable overclocking
- Great compatibility with Intel and AMD
- Low latency timings
Cons
- RGB software glitches
- Manual BIOS adjustments sometimes needed
- Not all kits reach rated XMP speeds
- Higher price point
- Some compatibility issues with certain motherboards
Xmp performance 12
Rgb aesthetics 10
Overclocking stability 8
Compatibility 7
Build quality 5
Rgb software issues 3
AddOn AA160D3S/16GK2 16GB DDR3-1600
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Specifications
| G.Skill TridentZ RGB Series | AddOn AA160D3S/16GK2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Memory | ||
| Type | DDR4★ | DDR3 |
| Form Factor | UDIMM | SODIMM |
| Total Capacity | ||
| Modules | 2 | 2 |
| Per Module | ||
| Pins | 288 | 204 |
| Rank | — | Dual-rank |
| Performance | ||
| Speed | ||
| CAS Latency | 16 | 11★ |
| Timings | 16-19-19-39 | — |
| Voltage | 1.350000023841858★ | 1.5 |
| Class | ||
| ECC | ✗ | ✗ |
| Registered | ✗ | ✗ |
| OC Profile | Intel XMP 2.0 | — |
| Features | ||
| RGB | ✓★ | — |
| Heat Spreader | ✓★ | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
G.Skill TridentZ RGB Series 32GB DDR4-3600
- Strong latency (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong feature (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong user sentiment (78th percentile)
AddOn AA160D3S/16GK2 16GB DDR3-1600
- Strong affordability (72nd percentile)
- Below average speed (14th percentile)14th %ile
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Verdict
Winner: G.Skill TridentZ RGB Series
Scores 81 overall, wins 5 of 5 usage categories and 7 of 16 specs.
