Corsair CMV16GX3M2A1600C11 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 vs Patriot Viper 3 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL9
Corsair CMV16GX3M2A1600C11 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL9
2×8 GB · DDR3 · 1600 MHz · CL9Patriot Viper 3 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL9
2×8 GB · DDR3 · 1600 MHz · CL9Corsair CMV16GX3M2A1600C11 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 and Patriot Viper 3 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 49 and 49.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Corsair CMV16GX3M2A1600C11 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 | Patriot Viper 3 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 | |
|---|---|---|
| 49 | Gear score | 49 |
| DDR3 | Type | DDR3 |
| 16 GB | Total capacity | 16 GB |
| 2×8 GB | Kit | 2×8 GB |
| 1,600 MHz | Speed | 1,600 MHz |
| CL9 | CAS latency | CL9 |
| ≈ $160 | Estimated price | ≈ $52 |
The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.
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FAQ
Is Corsair CMV16GX3M2A1600C11 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 or Patriot Viper 3 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 better?
Corsair CMV16GX3M2A1600C11 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 and Patriot Viper 3 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 49 and 49.
How much do they cost?
Estimated prices: Corsair CMV16GX3M2A1600C11 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 ≈ $160, Patriot Viper 3 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 ≈ $52. Current prices vary by store.