Patriot Viper Steel 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4-3200 CL18
Patriot
71 Overall Score
vs
Corsair Vengeance RGB 64GB DDR5-6400
Corsair
92 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Patriot Viper Steel 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4-3200 CL18
No customer feedback yet
Corsair Vengeance RGB 64GB DDR5-6400
72 out of 100 medium confidence 14 reviews
Users generally report good performance with EXPO/XMP profiles, especially on AMD systems, and appreciate the aesthetics and stability. However, some concerns arise about compatibility (Hynix Die-M vs Die-A) and the complexity of Corsair's iCUE software. Overall, most buyers are satisfied, but a few caution about specific hardware versions and software issues.
Pros
- Stable EXPO/XMP profiles
- Good performance at 6000 MHz
- Aesthetic RGB lighting
- Easy installation
- Works well with AMD systems
Cons
- iCUE software complexity
- Compatibility issues with Hynix Die-M
- Not on QVL for some boards
- Potential issues with 4 sticks
Performance 5
Compatibility 4
Software 2
Aesthetics 3
Installation 2
Value for money 1
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Specifications
| Patriot Viper Steel | Corsair Vengeance RGB | |
|---|---|---|
| Memory | ||
| Type | DDR4 | DDR5★ |
| Form Factor | UDIMM | UDIMM |
| Total Capacity | ||
| Modules | 2 | 2 |
| Per Module | ||
| Pins | 288 | 288 |
| Performance | ||
| Speed | ||
| CAS Latency | 18★ | 32 |
| Timings | 16-20-40 | 32-40-40-84 |
| Voltage | 1.350000023841858★ | 1.399999976158142 |
| Class | ||
| ECC | ✗ | ✗ |
| Registered | ✗ | ✗ |
| OC Profile | XMP 2.0 | Intel XMP 3.0 |
| Features | ||
| RGB | ✓ | ✓ |
| Heat Spreader | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Patriot Viper Steel 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4-3200 CL18
- Strong feature (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong latency (78th percentile)
- Strong social proof (75th percentile)
- Strong capacity (71st percentile)
Corsair Vengeance RGB 64GB DDR5-6400
- Strong speed (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong capacity (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong feature (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average affordability (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
Pricing
Patriot Viper Steel 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4-3200 CL180.006score per dollar
vs
Corsair Vengeance RGB 64GB DDR5-64000.003score per dollar
Patriot Viper Steel 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4-3200 CL18 offers 2.0x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Corsair Vengeance RGB
Scores 92 overall, wins 5 of 5 usage categories and 4 of 15 specs.
