Patriot Viper Xtreme 5 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5-8200 CL38 Black
Patriot
85 Overall Score
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G.Skill Ripjaws 8GB DDR4-2666 CL19 SODIMM
G.Skill
54 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Patriot Viper Xtreme 5 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5-8200 CL38 Black
No customer feedback yet
G.Skill Ripjaws 8GB DDR4-2666 CL19 SODIMM
98 out of 100 medium confidence 23 reviews
This G.Skill Ripjaws DDR4 memory kit receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from users. Verified purchasers report flawless compatibility across a wide range of laptops and mini PCs, including ASUS, Dell, Lenovo, and HP models, as well as Intel NUCs. Performance is praised as fast and reliable, with many noting plug-and-play installation and successful operation at rated speeds without BIOS tweaks. A few users highlight excellent value for the price, with stable performance even under heavy multitasking or demanding applications like LIDAR processing and gaming.
Pros
- Plug-and-play installation without BIOS tweaks
- Excellent compatibility with many laptops and mini PCs
- Fast and stable performance at rated speeds
- Great value for the price
- Smooth multitasking with demanding applications
Cons
- Cannot use XMP on some laptops without support
- Runs at lower speeds like 2666MHz on certain systems
Compatibility 14
Ease of installation 10
Performance 11
Value for money 5
Build quality 4
Speed under rated 2
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Specifications
| Patriot Viper Xtreme 5 | G.Skill Ripjaws | |
|---|---|---|
| Memory | ||
| Type | DDR5★ | DDR4 |
| Form Factor | UDIMM | SODIMM |
| Total Capacity | ||
| Modules | 2★ | 1 |
| Per Module | ||
| Pins | 288 | 260 |
| Performance | ||
| Speed | ||
| CAS Latency | 38 | 19★ |
| Timings | 38-48-48-84 | 19-19-19-43 |
| Voltage | 1.4500000476837158 | 1.2000000476837158★ |
| Class | ||
| ECC | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Registered | ✗ | ✗ |
| OC Profile | Intel XMP 3.0 | Intel XMP 2.0 |
| Features | ||
| RGB | ✗ | ✗ |
| Heat Spreader | ✓★ | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Patriot Viper Xtreme 5 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5-8200 CL38 Black
- Strong speed (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong latency (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong feature (75th percentile)
- Strong social proof (74th percentile)
- Below average affordability (9th percentile)9th %ile
G.Skill Ripjaws 8GB DDR4-2666 CL19 SODIMM
- Strong user sentiment (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong affordability (73rd percentile)
- Below average capacity (23rd percentile)
Pricing
Patriot Viper Xtreme 5 32GB (2x16GB) DDR5-8200 CL38 Black
No current pricing available
G.Skill Ripjaws 8GB DDR4-2666 CL19 SODIMM
Verdict
Winner: Patriot Viper Xtreme 5
Scores 85 overall, wins 4 of 5 usage categories and 7 of 15 specs.
