Memory kits / Comparison

HyperX Predator 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16 vs Patriot Viper Elite II 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 2666 CL16

RAM · HyperX

HyperX Predator 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16

2×8 GB · DDR4 · 3200 MHz · CL16 · 2018
GEAR SCORE 69.0 / 100Good
Capacity65
Speed60
Latency90
Generation62
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RAM · Patriot

Patriot Viper Elite II 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 2666 CL16

2×16 GB · DDR4 · 2666 MHz · CL16
GEAR SCORE 69.0 / 100Good
Capacity90
Speed46
Latency75
Generation62
Verdict

HyperX Predator 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16 and Patriot Viper Elite II 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 2666 CL16 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 69 and 69.

  • Total capacity: Patriot Viper Elite II 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 2666 CL16 leads (32 GB vs 16 GB).
  • Speed: HyperX Predator 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16 leads (3,200 MHz vs 2,666 MHz).
  • HyperX Predator 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16 has lower true latency (10.0 ns vs 12.0 ns; speed and CL combined).
Pick this

HyperX Predator 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16

If you care most about speed, true latency.

Pick this

Patriot Viper Elite II 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 2666 CL16

If you care most about total capacity.

Spec-by-spec comparison

HyperX Predator 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16Patriot Viper Elite II 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 2666 CL16
69Gear score69
DDR4TypeDDR4
16 GBTotal capacity32 GB
2×8 GBKit2×16 GB
3,200 MHzSpeed2,666 MHz
CL16CAS latencyCL16
2018Release year—

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 HyperX Predator 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16 or Patriot Viper Elite II 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 2666 CL16 better?

HyperX Predator 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16 and Patriot Viper Elite II 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 2666 CL16 are neck and neck on specs: gear scores 69 and 69. Total capacity: Patriot Viper Elite II 32GB (2x16GB) DDR4 2666 CL16 leads (32 GB vs 16 GB). Speed: HyperX Predator 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16 leads (3,200 MHz vs 2,666 MHz). HyperX Predator 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16 has lower true latency (10.0 ns vs 12.0 ns; speed and CL combined).

Which one is faster?

Speed: HyperX Predator 16GB (2x8GB) DDR4 3200 CL16 leads (3,200 MHz vs 2,666 MHz).