G.Skill Ripjaws V 32GB DDR4-3600
Crucial Pro Overclocking 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5-6400 CL32 White
What Buyers Say
G.Skill Ripjaws V 32GB DDR4-3600
The G.Skill Ripjaws V Series DDR4 RAM is widely praised for its excellent price-to-performance ratio, offering fast speeds and tight timings at a reasonable cost. Many users report that it works flawlessly after enabling XMP in the BIOS, though a few experienced failures after several months or had to manually configure settings for compatibility. The lack of RGB is a plus for those who prefer a clean, performance-focused build, and the lifetime warranty provides peace of mind despite occasional defective units.
Pros
- Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- Fast speeds with tight timings
- Works well with XMP enabled
- No RGB for clean builds
- Lifetime warranty
Cons
- Some units fail after months of use
- XMP may require manual configuration
- Not all kits are dual rank as expected
- Compatibility issues with some motherboards
- Requires BIOS setup for rated speeds
Crucial Pro Overclocking 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5-6400 CL32 White
This Crucial DDR5-6400 kit is widely praised for its stability and solid performance, especially in memory-bound tasks. Users appreciate the easy XMP/EXPO setup and reliable operation, though some note the price is high due to market conditions and that overclocking headroom is limited without aggressive cooling. Overall, it's seen as a dependable mid-to-high-end choice for compatible systems.
Pros
- Stable at rated speeds
- Easy XMP/EXPO setup
- Solid build quality
- Good performance uplift
- Reliable brand reputation
Cons
- High price due to market
- Limited overclocking headroom
- Average timings
- White color may not suit all
Scores
Specifications
| G.Skill Ripjaws V | Crucial Pro Overclocking | |
|---|---|---|
| Memory | ||
| Type | DDR4 | DDR5★ |
| Form Factor | UDIMM | UDIMM |
| Total Capacity | ||
| Modules | 2 | 2 |
| Per Module | ||
| Pins | 288 | 288 |
| Performance | ||
| Speed | ||
| CAS Latency | 16★ | 32 |
| Timings | 16-19-19-39 | 32-40-40-103 |
| Voltage | 1.350000023841858 | 1.350000023841858 |
| Class | ||
| ECC | ✗ | ✗ |
| Registered | ✗ | ✗ |
| OC Profile | Intel XMP 2.0 | Intel XMP 3.0, AMD EXPO |
| Features | ||
| RGB | ✗ | ✗ |
| Heat Spreader | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
G.Skill Ripjaws V 32GB DDR4-3600
- Strong latency (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong feature (75th percentile)
- Strong capacity (71st percentile)
Crucial Pro Overclocking 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5-6400 CL32 White
- Strong speed (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong latency (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong social proof (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (78th percentile)
- Below average affordability (28th percentile)
Pricing
G.Skill Ripjaws V 32GB DDR4-3600 offers 1.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 91 overall, wins 3 of 5 usage categories and 2 of 15 specs.
