G.Skill Ripjaws 8GB DDR4-2666 CL19 SODIMM
Kingston FURY Beast 16GB DDR5-6000 CL36 Black
What Buyers Say
G.Skill Ripjaws 8GB DDR4-2666 CL19 SODIMM
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
Kingston FURY Beast 16GB DDR5-6000 CL36 Black
The Kingston Fury Beast RGB 32 GB DDR5-6000 kit is praised for its performance and ease of installation, delivering noticeable gains in gaming and content creation. Users highlight the vivid RGB lighting and compatibility with AMD EXPO and Intel XMP. A few minor issues mentioned include a restocking fee and the need for two 16 GB sticks due to Windows 11 memory consumption. Overall, it is seen as a reliable and visually appealing upgrade for future-proofing systems.
Pros
- Excellent performance for gaming and content creation
- Vivid and synced RGB lighting
- Easy installation
- Compatible with AMD EXPO and Intel XMP
- Good value for money at discount
Cons
- Potential restocking fee on refunds
- May require two sticks for optimal Windows 11 performance
- Not the cheapest option on the market
Scores
Specifications
| G.Skill Ripjaws | Kingston FURY Beast | |
|---|---|---|
| Memory | ||
| Type | DDR4 | DDR5★ |
| Form Factor | SODIMM | UDIMM |
| Total Capacity | ||
| Modules | 1 | 1 |
| Per Module | ||
| Pins | 260 | 288 |
| Rank | — | Single-rank |
| Performance | ||
| Speed | ||
| CAS Latency | 19★ | 36 |
| Timings | 19-19-19-43 | 36-44-44 |
| Voltage | 1.2000000476837158★ | 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 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)
Kingston FURY Beast 16GB DDR5-6000 CL36 Black
- Strong speed (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong latency (75th percentile)
- Strong social proof (74th percentile)
- Strong feature (67th percentile)
Pricing
G.Skill Ripjaws 8GB DDR4-2666 CL19 SODIMM offers 2.5x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 75 overall, wins 3 of 5 usage categories and 6 of 16 specs.
