Corsair
Corsair Vengeance DDR5 16GB (2x8GB) 6000MHz
A entry-level pick in the ram line-up, with DDR5 up front.
49/100
DDR5
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Why we rate it
- Above-average speed (legacy mhz)
- Scores 49/100
- No amd expo
Score profile
Scored against the ram classWhere the Corsair Vengeance DDR5 16GB (2x8GB) 6000MHz wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Kit
TypeDDR5
Speed
Speed (legacy MHz)6000 MHz
Latency
CAS latency (CL)36
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowCorsair Vengeance DDR5 16GB (2x8GB) 6000MHz vs Corsair Corsair Vengeance RGB DDR5 32GB
Corsair Vengeance DDR5 16GB (2x8GB) 6000MHzCorsair Vengeance RGB DDR5 32GB
| CorsairCorsair Vengeance DDR5 16GB (2x8GB) 6000MHzThis page | CorsairCorsair Vengeance RGB DDR5 32GB | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 49 /100 | 49 /100 |
| Cas latency | 36Better | 38 |
Who it's for
Is the Corsair Vengeance DDR5 16GB (2x8GB) 6000MHz right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable ram for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need amd expo, in which case a higher-tier ram is the better call.
Performance builder
Chasing frames and headroom in a high-end rig.
okay
Mainstream builder
Wants strong value in a balanced build.
good
Budget builder
Stretching every pound in an entry rig.
excellent
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Corsair Vengeance DDR5 16GB (2x8GB) 6000MHz worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 49/100 against other ram, a entry-level result where the class average is around 52.
What stands out on the Corsair Vengeance DDR5 16GB (2x8GB) 6000MHz?
Its speed (legacy mhz) stands out, and more is better here, so a higher figure is the stronger pick.
How does it compare to the Corsair Vengeance LPX DDR4 2400 MHz 64GB?
The Corsair Vengeance LPX DDR4 2400 MHz 64GB scores 50/100 versus this one at 49/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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G.SKILL Trident Z5 Royal Neo DDR5 96GB (2x48GB)
The Trident Z5 Royal Neo DDR5 96GB (2x48GB) covers the basics for less outlay.
See review →If you want the best
Corsair Vengeance LPX DDR4 2400 MHz 64GB
The Corsair Vengeance LPX DDR4 2400 MHz 64GB scores higher and adds headroom for demanding setups.
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