G.Skill Ripjaws V 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4-3600 CL18 against G.Skill Trident Z RGB 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4-3600 CL16
G.Skill Trident Z RGB 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4-3600 CL16 leads on the overall index. Typical prices, not live ones.
The verdict
- The G.Skill Trident Z RGB 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4-3600 CL16 scores 27% higher on the ScoutSpecs index.
- The G.Skill Ripjaws V 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4-3600 CL18 typically costs $47 less.
- Per dollar, the G.Skill Ripjaws V 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4-3600 CL18 is the better buy: 104.8 points per $100 against 62.9.
Head to head
| Measure | G.Skill Ripjaws V 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4-3600 CL18 | G.Skill Trident Z RGB 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4-3600 CL16 | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spec score | 44 | 56 | 12 ptsright |
| Value, points per $100 | 104.8 | 62.9 | 67%left |
| Typical price | $42 | $89 | $47left |
| Capacity | 16 GB | 32 GB | 100%right |
| Speed | 3600 MT/s | 3600 MT/s | level |
| CAS latency | 18 | 16 | 13%right |
Specifications
| Spec | G.Skill Ripjaws V 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4-3600 CL18 | G.Skill Trident Z RGB 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4-3600 CL16 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Capacity | 16 GB | 32 GB |
| Sticks | 2 | 2 |
| Speed | 3600 MT/s | 3600 MT/s |
| CAS latency | CL18 | CL16 |
| Brand | G.Skill | G.Skill |
| Released | 2016 | 2017 |
| Typical price | $42 | $89 |