G.Skill Ripjaws V Series
Corsair VENGEANCE RGB PRO
What Buyers Say
G.Skill Ripjaws V Series
The G.Skill Ripjaws V Series 32GB DDR4 3600 MHz memory kit is widely praised for its excellent price-to-performance ratio, reliable operation at rated speeds after enabling XMP, and strong overclocking potential. Users highlight its compatibility with modern AMD and Intel platforms, though a few report early failures or mixed die types. Overall, it is considered a solid, no-frills choice for gamers and power users seeking high-capacity, fast RAM.
Pros
- Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- Reliable at rated speed with XMP enabled
- Strong overclocking potential
- Good compatibility with modern AMD and Intel platforms
- No RGB (clean aesthetic)
Cons
- Early failure reported by some users
- Mixed die types (Samsung vs Hynix) in same model
- Requires XMP enable for rated speed
- Not stable at 3600 MHz on some Ryzen 1st gen
- Single rank vs dual rank inconsistency
Corsair VENGEANCE RGB PRO
The Corsair Vengeance RGB PRO 32GB DDR4 3600MHz memory kit is highly praised for its excellent performance, stunning RGB lighting, and reliable build quality. Users report significant improvements in gaming and multitasking, with easy installation and seamless iCUE software integration. Some users note that achieving the rated 3600MHz speed may require tweaking on certain motherboards, but overall it is considered a great value upgrade.
Pros
- Excellent gaming and multitasking performance
- Stunning customizable RGB lighting
- Easy installation with XMP 2.0 support
- Reliable build quality and heat spreaders
- Great value for the price
Cons
- May not reach rated 3600MHz on all motherboards
- RGB may not sync with non-Corsair controllers
- iCUE software could be improved
Scores
Specifications
| G.Skill Ripjaws V Series | Corsair VENGEANCE RGB PRO | |
|---|---|---|
| Memory | ||
| Type | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Form Factor | UDIMM | UDIMM |
| Total Capacity | ||
| Modules | 2 | 2 |
| Per Module | ||
| Pins | 288 | 288 |
| Rank | 1Rx8 | — |
| Performance | ||
| Speed | ||
| CAS Latency | 18 | 18 |
| Timings | 18-22-22-42 | 18-22-22-42 |
| Voltage | 1.350000023841858 | 1.350000023841858 |
| Class | ||
| ECC | ✗ | ✗ |
| Registered | ✗ | ✗ |
| OC Profile | Intel XMP 2.0 | Intel XMP 2.0 |
| Features | ||
| RGB | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Heat Spreader | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
G.Skill Ripjaws V Series
- Strong latency (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong social proof (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong feature (73rd percentile)
Corsair VENGEANCE RGB PRO
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong latency (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong feature (87th percentile)87th %ile
Pricing
G.Skill Ripjaws V Series offers 2.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 84 overall, wins 5 of 5 usage categories and 3 of 16 specs.
