Memory kits / Comparison
Corsair Dominator 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 vs G.Skill Ripjaws X 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL9
RAM · Corsair
Corsair Dominator 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL9
2×8 GB · DDR3 · 1600 MHz · CL9Average
Capacity65
Speed18
Latency80
Generation25
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RAM · G.Skill
G.Skill Ripjaws X 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL9
4×4 GB · DDR3 · 1600 MHz · CL9Average
Capacity65
Speed18
Latency80
Generation25
Verdict
Corsair Dominator 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 and G.Skill Ripjaws X 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 49 and 49.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Corsair Dominator 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 | G.Skill Ripjaws X 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 | |
|---|---|---|
| 49 | Gear score | 49 |
| DDR3 | Type | DDR3 |
| 16 GB | Total capacity | 16 GB |
| 2×8 GB | Kit | 4×4 GB |
| 1,600 MHz | Speed | 1,600 MHz |
| CL9 | CAS latency | CL9 |
| — | Estimated price | ≈ $114 |
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 Dominator 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 or G.Skill Ripjaws X 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 better?
Corsair Dominator 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 and G.Skill Ripjaws X 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL9 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 49 and 49.
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