G.Skill Ripjaws V

★★★★★ 4.7 (21,278)

A 32GB dual-channel kit running at 3200 MT/s with CL16 timings delivers reliable DDR4 performance for mainstream builds. Its low-profile heat spreader ensures broad cooler compatibility, while Intel XMP 2.0 support makes setup straightforward on both Intel and AMD platforms. This kit is best for budget-conscious system builders and gamers who need 32GB of stable memory without paying for RGB or overclocking headroom.

Capacity 32GB
Kit 2 x 16GB
Memory DDR4
Speed 3200 MT/s
CAS Latency CL16
Form Factor UDIMM
G.Skill Ripjaws V ram
75 Overall Score
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Snapshot

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Strong social proof (93rd percentile) 93rd
  • Strong latency (88th percentile) 88th
  • Strong feature (73rd percentile) 73rd
  • Strong capacity (71st percentile) 71st

Cons

What owners think

How owner sentiment changed over time

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Based on when customers actually wrote their reviews - so you can see whether early praise held up.

Owner sentiment has cooled since launch
1★2★3★4★5★Q2 '18: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ4 '18: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ4 '19: 5.0★ · 2 reviewsQ1 '20: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ2 '20: 5.0★ · 2 reviewsQ3 '20: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ3 '23: 5.0★ · 3 reviewsQ1 '24: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ4 '25: 5.0★ · 1 reviewQ1 '26: 4.6★ · 28 reviews (approx. date)11212131128Q2 '18Q4 '18Q4 '19Q1 '20Q2 '20Q3 '20Q3 '23Q1 '24Q4 '25Q1 '26
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  1. Q1 202685/1004.6★28 reviews

    Buyers praise the RAM's performance, value, and easy XMP setup. A few report early failures, but G.Skill's support is highly commended.

    • Works at rated speeds with XMP; good value and performance.
    • No RGB design appreciated by users wanting simple memory.
    • Some units fail within months to two years; RMA process praised.
    • Single vs dual rank not guaranteed; chip specs may change.
  2. Q3 2023100/1005.0★3 reviews

    Buyers praised the memory for enabling overclocking, easy installation, and good speed. One reviewer gave an exaggeratedly positive account of life improvements.

    • Enables overclocking and system performance.
    • Easy to install and works reliably.
    • Good speed and value for the price.
    • Exaggerated praise for life-changing benefits.

Based on 41 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.

The proof

Performance

Performance Percentiles

Speed 53.4
Feature 72.9
Latency 87.5
Capacity 71
Social Proof 93.4

Specifications

Full Specifications

Memory

Type DDR4
Form Factor UDIMM
Total Capacity 32768
Modules 2
Per Module 16384
Pins 288

Performance

Speed 3200
CAS Latency 16
Timings 16-18-18-38
Voltage 1.35

Class

ECC No
Registered No
OC Profile Intel XMP 2.0

Features

RGB No
Heat Spreader Yes

vs Competition

Spec G.Skill Ripjaws V Kingston Fury Renegade KF564C32RWAK2-32 Corsair Vengeance RGB CMH32GX5M2B6000C28 Crucial Pro Overclocking CP2K16G64C32U5B ADATA Lancer Blade RGB AX5U6000C3016G-DTLABRBK Lexar ARES Gen2 RGB LD5U16G64C32BR-RGD
Capacity 32GB 32GB 32GB 32GB 32GB 32GB
Kit 2 x 16GB 2 x 16GB 2 x 16GB 2 x 16GB 2 x 16GB 2 x 16GB
Memory Type DDR4 DDR5 DDR5 DDR5 DDR5 DDR5
Speed Mts 3200 6400 6000 6400 6000 6400
Cas Latency CL16 CL32 CL28 CL32 CL30 CL32
Form Factor UDIMM UDIMM UDIMM UDIMM UDIMM UDIMM
Ecc false false false false false true
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Price

Value & Pricing

From £263 1 offer across 1 retailer
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Price History

£210 £220 £230 £240 £250 £260 £270 Jun 13Nov 5 £263

Usage Scores

Overall (74.8)Budget (87)Gaming (77.5)Laptop (55.7)Server (37)Workstation (77.4)

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