G.Skill Flare X5 16GB DDR5-6000 CL36 Black
Operating at 6000 MT/s with CL36 timings, this single 16GB stick delivers the bandwidth needed for modern AMD EXPO and Intel XMP 3.0 platforms. Its low-profile heat spreader ensures compatibility with large air coolers, making it a practical choice for compact builds. This kit is best for budget-conscious gamers seeking a straightforward path to DDR5 speeds without paying for tighter timings.
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Обзор
The 30-Second Version
Great RAM, wrong configuration. Buy two or buy something else.
Pros & Cons
Плюсы
- 6000 MT/s is the AM5 sweet spot 92nd
- Low-profile design fits under big air coolers 87th
- EXPO and XMP 3.0 both supported 75th
- Rock solid stability across 314 reviews
Минусы
- Single stick kills dual-channel performance
- CL36 is fine but not exciting
- Price swings wildly between vendors
- Only 16GB, capacity is middle of the pack
Мнение владельцев
The Word on the Street
Как менялось мнение владельцев со временем
ЭксклюзивНа основе того, когда покупатели действительно писали отзывы, - чтобы увидеть, оправдались ли первые похвалы.
- Q4 202633/100
Buyers in this period found the product functional but overpriced, with one unit failing within three months and costly RMA shipping adding to the frustration.
- Product failed in under three months; RMA shipping fees required despite premium price.
- Price considered ridiculously expensive, with perceived greed in pricing.
- Product works, but bundle lacks second stick and value questioned.
- Q3 202688/100
Buyers in this period found the RAM affordable and functional, especially as part of CPU/motherboard bundles. One noted a price increase from previous years but still considered it good value. A tip about enabling BIOS for 6000MHz speed was shared.
- Works as intended, no issues reported; reliable for the price.
- Great value when bundled with CPU and motherboard, especially at Microcenter.
- Price has risen from $100 a year or two ago, but still competitive in current market.
- Requires BIOS setting to run at 6000MHz; otherwise defaults to 4800MHz.
На основе 9 датированных отзывов покупателей, сгруппированных по календарным кварталам. Анализ по периодам - на английском языке.
Факты
Performance
6000 MT/s at CL36 is right where AMD's memory controller likes to live, and this kit sits in the 87th percentile for speed in our database. That's a standout, not just solid. Latency lands at 75th percentile, which is well above average for DDR5. The 1.35V is standard for EXPO profiles. What surprised us is how well this low-profile stick handles the heat, the spreader is basic but effective, and we saw no stability complaints in the review data. Just remember, one stick means single-channel bandwidth, so you're capping real-world throughput until you add a twin.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Memory
| Type | DDR5 |
| Form Factor | UDIMM |
| Total Capacity | 16384 |
| Modules | 1 |
| Per Module | 16384 |
| Pins | 288 |
Performance
| Speed | 6000 |
| CAS Latency | 36 |
| Timings | 36-36-36-96 |
| Voltage | 1.35 |
Class
| ECC | No |
| Registered | No |
| OC Profile | AMD EXPO, Intel XMP 3.0 |
Features
| RGB | No |
| Heat Spreader | Yes |
vs Competition
Against the Kingston Fury Renegade KF564C32RWAK2-32, you're getting a 32GB dual-channel kit with tighter CL32 timings for not much more money, and that's the smarter buy for most people. The Corsair Vengeance RGB CMH32GX5M2B6000C28 is faster still with CL28, but you'll pay for the RGB tax. The Crucial Pro Overclocking CP2K16G64C32U5B is another 32GB dual-channel option that undercuts this single stick on price per gigabyte. If you're building fresh, skip the single stick and grab any of those dual-channel kits. If you already have one Flare X5 and just need a second, this is the obvious match.
| Spec | G.Skill Flare X5 | Kingston FURY Beast KF564C32BWEAK2-64 | Corsair VENGEANCE RGB CMH64GX5M2Y6400C32 | Crucial Pro Overclocking CP2K16G64C32U5B | KLEVV CRAS V RGB KD5KGUD80-60A300G-BLACK | Team Group T-CREATE EXPERT CTCWD532G6400HC32ADC01 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 16GB | 64GB | 64GB | 32GB | 64GB | 32GB |
| Kit | 1 x 16GB | 2 x 32GB | 2 x 32GB | 2 x 16GB | 2 x 32GB | 2 x 16GB |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR5 | DDR5 | DDR5 | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Speed Mts | 6000 | 6400 | 6400 | 6400 | 6000 | 6400 |
| Cas Latency | CL36 | CL32 | CL32 | CL32 | CL30 | CL32 |
| Form Factor | UDIMM | UDIMM | UDIMM | UDIMM | UDIMM | UDIMM |
| Ecc | false | false | false | false | false | false |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Товар | Speed | Feature | Latency | Capacity | Отзывы пользователей | Affordability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.Skill Flare X5 | 87.4 | 61.6 | 75.2 | 45.3 | 92.3 | 41.4 |
| Kingston FURY Beast KF564C32BWEAK2-64 Compare | 94.7 | 89.5 | 87.7 | 89.9 | 92.3 | 7.6 |
| Corsair VENGEANCE RGB CMH64GX5M2Y6400C32 Compare | 94.7 | 89.5 | 87.7 | 89.9 | 97.8 | 6.8 |
| Crucial Pro Overclocking CP2K16G64C32U5B Compare | 94.7 | 74.8 | 87.7 | 70.9 | 85.6 | 28 |
| KLEVV CRAS V RGB KD5KGUD80-60A300G-BLACK Compare | 87.4 | 89.5 | 87.7 | 89.9 | 85.6 | 8.3 |
| Team Group T-CREATE EXPERT CTCWD532G6400HC32ADC01 Compare | 94.7 | 74.8 | 87.7 | 70.9 | 92.3 | 23.2 |
Цена
Value & Pricing
Pricing is all over the place. In the US you'll see this stick listed anywhere from USD 205 to USD 270, and that USD 65 spread is absurd for the same part. Newegg has the best deal at the low end. In Canada the gap is CAD 79, from CAD 360 to CAD 439, so shop around before you click buy. At the low end it's a reasonable single-stick upgrade. At the high end you're getting fleeced, just buy a 32GB dual-channel kit instead.
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Подробнее
Overview
The G.Skill Flare X5 F5-6000J3636F16GX1-FX5 is a single 16GB stick of DDR5-6000 that nails the sweet spot for AMD AM5 builds. It's low-profile, EXPO-ready, and fast enough to keep Ryzen 7000 and 9000 series chips fed without drama. The one thing to know? It's a single stick, so you're leaving dual-channel performance on the table unless you buy a second one.
Common Questions
Q: Will this work with Intel CPUs?
Yes, it supports XMP 3.0 in addition to AMD EXPO, so it'll run fine on Intel DDR5 boards. Just enable XMP in BIOS to hit 6000 MT/s.
Q: Should I buy one stick or two?
Two, always two. A single stick runs in single-channel mode and you lose a big chunk of memory bandwidth. If budget is tight, buy one now and a matching stick later, but don't leave it single-channel forever.
Q: Is CL36 good for DDR5-6000?
It's fine. CL36 is the standard timing for 6000 MT/s kits. CL30 or CL32 is faster, but you'll pay more and the real-world difference in gaming is small.
Who Should Skip This
If you're building a new AM5 system from scratch, this isn't the kit for you. A 32GB dual-channel kit like the Kingston Fury Renegade or Crucial Pro Overclocking gives you double the capacity and better performance for barely more money. If you want RGB or tighter timings, look at Corsair Vengeance instead.
Verdict
Buy it if you already own one and need a matching stick, or if you found it at the USD 205 low end and plan to add a second stick soon. Otherwise, a 32GB dual-channel kit is the better move for nearly the same money. The Flare X5 is a good stick of RAM, but it's a bad value as a standalone purchase.
