Memory kits / Comparison

G.Skill Ares 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 2133 CL10 vs G.Skill Ripjaws Z 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 2133 CL10

RAM · G.Skill

G.Skill Ares 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 2133 CL10

2×8 GB · DDR3 · 2133 MHz · CL10
GEAR SCORE 55.0 / 100Good
Capacity65
Speed28
Latency94
Generation25
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RAM · G.Skill

G.Skill Ripjaws Z 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 2133 CL10

4×4 GB · DDR3 · 2133 MHz · CL10
GEAR SCORE 55.0 / 100Good
Capacity65
Speed28
Latency94
Generation25
Verdict

G.Skill Ares 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 2133 CL10 and G.Skill Ripjaws Z 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 2133 CL10 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 55 and 55.

Spec-by-spec comparison

G.Skill Ares 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 2133 CL10G.Skill Ripjaws Z 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 2133 CL10
55Gear score55
DDR3TypeDDR3
16 GBTotal capacity16 GB
2×8 GBKit4×4 GB
2,133 MHzSpeed2,133 MHz
CL10CAS latencyCL10
≈ $198Estimated price≈ $146

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 G.Skill Ares 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 2133 CL10 or G.Skill Ripjaws Z 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 2133 CL10 better?

G.Skill Ares 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 2133 CL10 and G.Skill Ripjaws Z 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 2133 CL10 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 55 and 55.

How much do they cost?

Estimated prices: G.Skill Ares 16GB (2x8GB) DDR3 2133 CL10 ≈ $198, G.Skill Ripjaws Z 16GB (4x4GB) DDR3 2133 CL10 ≈ $146. Current prices vary by store.