Memory kits / Comparison
G.Skill Ares 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 vs G.Skill RipjawsZ 8GB (4x2GB) DDR3 1600 CL8
RAM · G.Skill
G.Skill Ares 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL8
2×4 GB · DDR3 · 1600 MHz · CL8Average
Capacity35
Speed18
Latency90
Generation25
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RAM · G.Skill
G.Skill RipjawsZ 8GB (4x2GB) DDR3 1600 CL8
4×2 GB · DDR3 · 1600 MHz · CL8Average
Capacity35
Speed18
Latency90
Generation25
Verdict
G.Skill Ares 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 and G.Skill RipjawsZ 8GB (4x2GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 42 and 42.
Spec-by-spec comparison
| G.Skill Ares 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 | G.Skill RipjawsZ 8GB (4x2GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 | |
|---|---|---|
| 42 | Gear score | 42 |
| DDR3 | Type | DDR3 |
| 8 GB | Total capacity | 8 GB |
| 2×4 GB | Kit | 4×2 GB |
| 1,600 MHz | Speed | 1,600 MHz |
| CL8 | CAS latency | CL8 |
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 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 or G.Skill RipjawsZ 8GB (4x2GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 better?
G.Skill Ares 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 and G.Skill RipjawsZ 8GB (4x2GB) DDR3 1600 CL8 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 42 and 42.
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